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Seminar Overview: Strategies for Transportation Companies

On July 29, 2026, Funai Soken Supply Chain Consulting held a seminar focusing on human resource systems tailored for transportation companies. Led by experienced consultants, the session aimed to address critical issues related to wage structures and employee management systems in the industry. This seminar is part of an ongoing initiative, with a follow-up event scheduled for September 8, 2026, inviting participants to register online.

Key Points Covered in the Seminar

1. Addressing Unpaid Wage Lawsuits

One of the seminar's primary focuses was educating participants on effective responses to unpaid wage lawsuits. It's essential for companies to understand how to mitigate their risk of litigation and avoid practices that can lead to chain reactions of lawsuits. During the session, consultants provided insights into modifying wage systems to prevent litigation and minimize potential damages.

2. Building a Tailored Human Resource System

It’s crucial for transportation companies to establish HR systems that work for their unique circumstances. A significant discussion point was addressing how to compensate drivers effectively, especially when traditional commission-based systems fall short. The consultants emphasized the importance of flexibility in payment structures to ensure compliance with labor laws and to support a sustainable work environment.

3. Resolving Operational Challenges

Transportation companies often face operational hurdles like driver non-compliance with dispatcher instructions or an imbalance in workload distribution. The seminar provided strategies for human resource systems to tackle issues such as excessive overtime pay for low-performing employees and ensured a fair distribution of work among drivers.

Introducing the Expert Speakers

Nobuaki Mimura

Nobuaki Mimura serves as the Group Manager in the Logistics HR and Organizational Development group at Funai Soken. He is a senior consultant with extensive experience in consulting for manufacturing and logistics companies. Since joining Funai Soken in July 2018, he has dedicated his expertise to supporting organizational development and human resource practices specifically for transportation and logistics companies.

Goji Tamagawa

Goji Tamagawa, a Chief Consultant and Team Leader in Organizational Development, joined Funai Soken after spending eight years in a consultancy specializing in labor issues for transportation companies. He focuses on resolving conflicts between workers and management, providing consulting services in labor disputes and wage system reforms.

Seminar Details

• - Date & Time: July 29, 2026, from 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM (JST)
• - Location: Online via Zoom
• - Target Audience: Executives from transportation and logistics companies

This seminar serves as a vital resource for transportation firms looking to refine their human resource structures and mitigate risks associated with unpaid wages and operational inefficiencies. Interested parties can sign up for the upcoming session on September 8, 2026, through the provided link: Register Here

About Funai Soken Supply Chain Consulting

• - Head Office: 2-2-1 Yaesu, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, 104-0028
• - Established: May 10, 2000
• - Capital: 980 million JPY
• - Contact: +81-3-4223-3163
• - Website: Funai Soken

Funai Soken Supply Chain Consulting continues to provide essential guidance and support for organizations navigating the complexities of wage management and employee relations in the transportation sector.