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Nitesh Mahto, Abylay Duzbayev, Phuc Hoang Chu, Roman Lineitsev, Agha Aliyev
Background and the Relationship’s initial phases
Toyota Motor Corporation is a Japanese multinational automotive
manufacturer headquartered in Toyota, Aichi, Japan.
The Suprima rear suspension cradle contract was ChassisCo’s first experience
working with Toyota
Quality award in 2002 for some innovative work in applying TPS principles to
their inventory management
Background of Case
❖ There were quality and conformance issues with the rear suspension
cradle for Toyota’s new Suprima crossover
❖ Chassisco must shift its culture towards one more compatible with the
Toyota way.
❖ Should bring their most experienced staff in order to tackle a problem of
such magnitude.
❖ Focus on long term growth as opposed to short term profit
❖ The principal continuous improvement and respect for people
TOYOTA
❖ Toyota also should consider in getting new suppliers that could increase
the quality and compatibility of their manufacturing processes.
❖ Toyota should stay open and listen to the risks issued by the people
working on the supplier side.
Toyota 6 Challenge 2050