CIM Research Institute Introduces New Purchasing Option for Dr. Process Navi Series

CIM Research Institute Unveils a New Purchasing Option for Dr. Process Navi Series

CIM Research Institute, headquartered in Meguro, Tokyo, is set to launch the first purchasing option for the Dr. Process Navi series in July 2026. This innovative option is designed to support purchasing processes from order to acceptance inspection, fully integrated with the Dr. Process Navi systems.

Since its launch in April 2026, the Dr. Process Navi series has seen a surge in inquiries and an increase in system adoptions across various industries. With the introduction of the purchasing option and the enhancement of connected features, CIM aims to expand solutions catered to customers involved in order-based production.

Overview of Dr. Process Navi Series

The Dr. Process Navi series specializes in process and cost management systems tailored for order-based production environments. Offering three editions—Basic, Standard, and Enterprise—the series provides a scalable solution that adapts to the management needs of its users. Each edition includes shared functionalities such as milestone and master schedule management (via Gantt charts), individual cost management, and system integration capabilities. Additionally, customers can choose between outright purchase and subscription models for the software.

For more detailed information on the three editions, please refer to our dedicated website.

Insights on the New Purchasing Option

In order-based production, it's common to handle procurement and outsourcing arrangements on a case-by-case basis. The purchasing tasks associated with order-based production exhibit certain unique characteristics, including:

- Orders for materials often take place post-receipt, typically necessitating sourcing small quantities within short timeframes.
- External processing requires adjustments based on production schedules and progress, leading to timely order placements.
- Schedule changes due to specification adjustments or urgent products may affect the timing of orders.

These factors create an environment where precise procurement and outsourcing tasks become critical to ensuring timely deliveries. However, this also results in a tendency for purchasing operations to become inefficient and opaque, with significant dependency on individual efforts.

The purchasing option aims to address these challenges by providing real-time visibility into every stage of the procurement process. Users will be able to monitor statuses continuously, helping prevent order omissions and facilitating prompt awareness of potential delivery delays. Moreover, changes in planning are directly linked to purchasing operations, allowing for faster communications with suppliers and timely renegotiations of deadlines.

Another advantage of the purchasing option is its capacity for real-time tracking of individual costs, encompassing both direct purchases and outsourcing.

Benefits of the Purchasing Option

The implementation of this new purchasing function offers several significant advantages:

- Enables purchasing processes at optimal timing and volume units.
- Provides real-time visibility into individual costs, including outsourcing expenses.
- Facilitates streamlined management of production planning and procurement activities, enhancing cross-departmental transparency.

Growth Strategy for Dr. Process Navi Series

Since launching the Dr. Process Navi series, CIM has committed to enhancing core features and expanding support options, including the newly launched purchasing option. Additional announcements regarding option products and external integrations will follow in due course, and CIM is dedicated to becoming the navigator for all order-based production environments.

About CIM Research Institute

Founded in 1995, CIM Research Institute specializes in manufacturing management systems, primarily focused on order-based production such as mold manufacturing. The company has successfully partnered with over 500 users, mainly in the machinery and mold manufacturing sectors. With comprehensive support ranging from operational training to consulting, CIM aims to improve productivity through its existing offerings and the Dr. Process Navi series.

For inquiries regarding the new purchasing option, visit the dedicated website for the Dr. Process Navi series, where you can also request demonstrations and additional information.