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Upcoming Online Events from the Japan Machinery Systems Promotion Association

The Japan Machinery Systems Promotion Association is organizing two significant online events on July 18, 2025, aimed at addressing pressing challenges faced by the manufacturing sector and the growing field of drone technology. The participation is free, providing a valuable opportunity for professionals to gain insights and strategies that can enhance their operations.

Event 1: Innovative Strategies for Visualizing Skills in Small Manufacturing Businesses

Overview

• - Theme: Strategies for the Visualization of Skills and Knowledge Transfer in Small Manufacturing Businesses
• - Date: July 18, 2025, from 13:30 to 14:50 (JST)
• - Location: Online via Teams Webinar
• - Host: Japan Machinery Systems Promotion Association
• - Speakers: Notable industry experts including Nobuya Sasaki from the Akita Industry Technology Center, Hiroyuki Chiba from the New Media Development Association, and others.
• - Registration Link: Register Here

Purpose of the Event

The metalworking industry, known for its precise techniques, faces issues such as an aging workforce. To ensure the ongoing quality and integrity of manufacturing practices, it is vital to transfer expertise from seasoned professionals to younger generations. This event will reveal effective strategies to visualize skills and enhance knowledge transfer through structured methodologies developed in the Akita region.

Featured Talks

1. Visualizing Skills in Small Manufacturing
Presented by Hiroyuki Chiba, this session will cover local initiatives in Akita aimed at improving skill visualization using newly developed frameworks based on collaborative research among industry and academic institutions.

2. New Methods for Visualizing Expert Knowledge
Led by Hiroki Unpo, this segment will focus on a novel structured approach to encapsulate the tacit expertise of veteran craftsmen, using templates to document specific techniques and knowledge that can be easily shared with new learners.

3. Panel Discussion: Future of Local Industries
Engage with industry leaders as they discuss innovations and approaches needed to maintain and enhance technical capabilities in small manufacturing enterprises.

Event 2: Advancing Data Security in Drone Technology

Overview

• - Theme: Strategies for Enhancing Drone Data Security
• - Date: July 18, 2025, from 16:00 to 17:10 (JST)
• - Location: Online via Teams Webinar
• - Host: Japan Machinery Systems Promotion Association
• - Speakers: Featuring industry experts such as Hisanori Sunohara from the Secure Drone Association and Kazunori Saito from i-Robotics.
• - Registration Link: Register Here

Purpose of the Event

The rapid growth of drone technology across sectors such as logistics, infrastructure inspection, and disaster response has introduced significant security challenges. This session aims to disseminate strategies for ensuring the secure operation of drones while addressing concerns over data integrity and confidentiality.

Featured Talks

1. The Latest in Drone Data Security
Hisanori Sunohara will provide insights on current security best practices in drone operations, highlighting how to effectively implement necessary measures while also showcasing global trends in drone technology.

2. Operationalizing Security Measures
Kazunori Saito will share strategies for integrating advanced security measures to ensure the safe operation of drones, drawing on real-world examples and trends in the market.

Conclusion

Both events promise to be enlightening, offering valuable strategies to enhance both manufacturing processes and drone operations. Interested participants are encouraged to register before the deadline on July 16, 2025, at 17:00.

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