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Seminar on Sharing Open Book Contracts

On July 7, 2026, Funai Consulting, headquartered in Chuo-ku, Tokyo, will host a top-tier seminar aimed at retail industry executives and logistics managers, focusing on the innovative Sharing Open Book Contract system. This new partnership model is designed to foster sustainable relationships with logistics outsourcing companies.

Special Guest and Insights

The seminar will feature a special guest, Mr. Daiichi Harada, Manager of the Logistics Department at Summit Corporation. Summit has implemented a groundbreaking approach by adopting the "Open Book" contract, breaking away from traditional industry practices. This seminar presents a unique opportunity to learn about this contract's practical applications in logistics.

Background of the Seminar

With the rising costs of logistics—driven by increasing labor and fuel expenses—companies are frequently facing demands for price hikes from their logistics partners. The traditional fixed-fee contracts often lack transparency in cost structures, making it challenging for logistics managers and web coordinators to justify price increases to upper management. Moreover, regulatory efforts aimed at optimizing logistics transactions further necessitate a re-evaluation of existing contracts.

This seminar dives deep into the Sharing Open Book Contract, which has garnered attention as a potential solution for establishing sustainable logistics frameworks. Participants will learn about the specific mechanisms and steps for introducing this innovative contract type.

Seminar Program Details

The seminar includes multiple sessions:

1. Trends in the Retail Industry and Logistics Challenges

• - Instructor: Mr. Kazuharu Nishimura, Executive Consultant at Funai Consulting SC
• - Content: Impact of market changes on the retail industry, solving traditional supply chain challenges, and trends toward regulatory compliance in logistics transactions.

2. Guest Lecture: Unveiling the Reality of Sharing Open Book Contracts

• - Instructor: Mr. Daiichi Harada, Manager at Summit Corporation
• - Content: Mismatches in rate contracts during inflation, how Open Book contracts can reduce logistics costs, and common pitfalls.

3. An In-depth Look at Open Book Contracts

• - Instructor: Mr. Koichi Takeda, President of Logic Create and Director at Funai Consulting SC
• - Content: Visualization of logistics costs in the retail industry, strategies for negotiating price increases, and a detailed explanation of Open Book contracts.

4. Concluding Session

• - Instructor: Mr. Yoshitaka Kawahiyata, Executive Officer at Funai Consulting SC
• - Content: A recap of the seminar's key points and actionable steps participants can take moving forward.

Event Information

• - Date: July 7, 2026
• - Time: 14:30 to 17:00
• - Location: 35th Floor, Central Tower, Tokyo Midtown Yaesu, 2-2-1 Yaesu, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
• - Target Audience: Logistics executives and managers in retail, supply chain management (SCM) leads, and aspiring Chief Logistics Officers (CLO).

Registration

For more details and to register, visit Funai Consulting Seminar Registration.

Company Overview

• - Name: Funai Consulting Supply Chain Consulting
• - Headquarters: 35th Floor, Yaesu Central Tower, 2-2-1 Yaesu, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, 104-0028, Japan.
• - Osaka Office: 21st and 22nd Floors, Inogate Osaka, 3-2-123 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka, 530-0001, Japan.
• - CEO: Mr. Naoyuki Hashimoto
• - Established: May 10, 2000
• - Capital: 980 million yen
• - Contact: Tel: 03-4223-3163, Email: [email protected], Website: Funai Consulting Website.