Tête-à-Tête with Mr. Gaku Nakanishi President & CEO - Honda Cars India Honda Cars India has appointed Mr. Gaku Nakanishi as its New President and CEO. Mr. Gaku Nakanishi, before taking charge at Honda Cars India, served as President and CEO of Honda Automobile Thailand since 2015. He has served Honda Motor Co. for nearly 30 years and in many international markets including North America, Mexico, Japan, Thailand, CIS, Middle East and Africa. Summer Season in Japan Hot (up to 40°C in many places), with oppressive humidity. The only places which escape this are the mountains, and the northern island of Hokkaido. June is usually the rainy season (tsuyu) for most of the country, but Hokkaido misses out on this as well, so it’s a good time to visit the place. A Newsletter of HCI Suppliers Club Issue No : FY18/001 Your association with Honda, and how Honda philosophy has enriched your professional life. I entered Honda in 1989 almost 30 years ago and started my career with Spec Control Department in Suzuka, Japan. Later I moved to Sales Department at Tokyo Headquarters. I also worked at Mexico for 8 years and after returning from Mexico, I joined Honda Thailand Automobile Company and now I am in India. Regarding Honda Philosophies, hundreds of Philosophies are there stated by our founder. One philosophy which has influenced me the most is Power of Dreams – if we are passionate enough to attain our goals instead of only discussing the problems we can divert our attention to solutions and find ways to overcome the obstacles and achieve our dreams and realize our dreams. Your views about the automobile industry in India and prospects of Honda Cars. I am excited to work and explore more about rapidly growing market as per data. This year Automobile market in India will be around 4 Million and it will be the fourth biggest market in the world overtaking Germany. Indian market is likely to grow at a fast pace and this number is going to increase every year. Regarding Honda Cars India, 172K cars were sold last year and this year’s target is 190K. Currently our production capacity is at a level where we can strive for 300K. Your expectations from the Suppliers, to enable Honda to achieve its plans in India. I expect honest and sincere communication from all suppliers. We are one team and we should always keep this in mind. We are like strong partners, so if suppliers want to make any suggestion or advice regarding quality, cost or manufacturing, they are more than welcome to do so because that will make Honda stronger. Things you love about India and what are the things that you would like to see changed. India is a land of diversity. It has so many different languages, almost in Hundreds, with a 1.3 billion population. It is culturally a very rich country. India’s economic growth is dynamic as compared to other countries of the world like US, Japan & Europe. Apart from this, there are some little but very important issues which can be improved like traffic jam, Hygiene issues and stable electricity supply etc. Please also share your message to Supplier partners and other readers of Engage. Whenever I work, I always keep 4 words in mind : 1. SHI : Refers to audacious goal of having a very high target. 2. TAI : To have lot of Patience to achieve such Goals. 3. SEI : Sincerity & Honesty should be there all throughout business dealing. 4. MEI : Ownership. One should always be ready to take ownership & responsibility of his actions Lastly, I want to work with you closely to establish excellent Honda brand in India and strengthen our business partnership. INSIDE Shop Floor Trainings Lean Manufacturing Benchmarking Plant Visit Fire Safety Training Energy Management Training Networking Session Message from Mr. Anmol Jain NEW This newsletter is made from 100% recycled paper and is biodegradable. Think fresh, be G een
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Tête-à-Tête with
Mr. Gaku NakanishiPresident & CEO - Honda Cars India
Honda Cars India has appointed
Mr. Gaku Nakanishi as its New President
and CEO.
Mr. Gaku Nakanishi, before taking
charge at Honda Cars India, served as
President and CEO of Honda
Automobile Thailand since 2015. He
has served Honda Motor Co. for nearly
30 years and in many international
markets including North America,
Mexico, Japan, Thailand, CIS, Middle
East and Africa.
Summer Season in JapanHot (up to 40°C in many places), with
oppressive humidity. The only places which
escape this are the mountains, and the
northern island of Hokkaido. June is usually
the rainy season (tsuyu) for most of the
country, but Hokkaido misses out on this as
well, so it’s a good time to visit the place.
A Newsletter of HCI Suppliers Club
Issue No : FY18/001
Your association with Honda, and how Honda philosophy has enriched your professional life.
I entered Honda in 1989 almost 30 years ago and started my career with Spec Control Department in
Suzuka, Japan. Later I moved to Sales Department at Tokyo Headquarters. I also worked at Mexico for 8
years and after returning from Mexico, I joined Honda Thailand Automobile Company and now I am in India.
Regarding Honda Philosophies, hundreds of Philosophies are there stated by our founder. One philosophy
which has influenced me the most is Power of Dreams – if we are passionate enough to attain our goals
instead of only discussing the problems we can divert our attention to solutions and find ways to overcome
the obstacles and achieve our dreams and realize our dreams.
Your views about the automobile industry in India and prospects of Honda Cars.
I am excited to work and explore more about rapidly growing market as per data. This year Automobile
market in India will be around 4 Million and it will be the fourth biggest market in the world overtaking
Germany. Indian market is likely to grow at a fast pace and this number is going to increase every year.
Regarding Honda Cars India, 172K cars were sold last year and this year’s target is 190K. Currently our
production capacity is at a level where we can strive for 300K.
Your expectations from the Suppliers, to enable Honda to achieve its plans in India.
I expect honest and sincere communication from all suppliers. We are one team and we should always keep
this in mind. We are like strong partners, so if suppliers want to make any suggestion or advice regarding
quality, cost or manufacturing, they are more than welcome to do so because that will make Honda
stronger.
Things you love about India and what are the things that you would like to see changed.
India is a land of diversity. It has so many different languages, almost in Hundreds, with a 1.3 billion
population. It is culturally a very rich country. India’s economic growth is dynamic as compared to other
countries of the world like US, Japan & Europe. Apart from this, there are some little but very important
issues which can be improved like traffic jam, Hygiene issues and stable electricity supply etc.
Please also share your message to Supplier partners and other readers of Engage.
Whenever I work, I always keep 4 words in mind :
1. SHI : Refers to audacious goal of having a very high target.
2. TAI : To have lot of Patience to achieve such Goals.
3. SEI : Sincerity & Honesty should be there all throughout business dealing.
4. MEI : Ownership. One should always be ready to take ownership & responsibility of his actions
Lastly, I want to work with you closely to establish excellent Honda brand in India and strengthen our
business partnership.
INSIDEShop Floor Trainings
Lean Manufacturing
Benchmarking Plant Visit
Fire Safety Training
Energy Management Training
Networking Session
Message from Mr. Anmol Jain
NEW
This newsletter is made from 100%recycled paper and is biodegradable.
Think fresh, be G een
Anand SontakkeMember
(COO - Mahle Filter)
Abhishek JainMember
(MD - PPAP Tokai)
Dilip MalhotraChairman- West Zone
(MD - Honeywell Turbo)
A. DinakarChairman-South Zone(MD - Saint-Gobain)
Anmol JainVice President
(MD - Lumax Industries)
Pankaj MitalPresident
(COO - MSSL)
Executive Committee Members: FY2018-19
A Newsletter of HCI Suppliers Club
Activity Coordinators: FY 2018 - 19
Ashok SharmaCoordinator (HCIL)
AVP & Operating Head
C. JayaramanMember
(Chairman - Aditya Auto)
Dr. Alka KaulSecy. & Treasurer(MD - Horizon)
Naohiko KawamuraMember
(MD - MTI)
Anil JainMember
(MD - Roop Polymer)
Rajeev GandotraChairman-North Zone
(CMO - Mindarika)
Pratul SwarupSafety Management
(AIS)
Ritesh GuptaPresident’s Desk
(MSSL)
Mohit SehgalV.P. Desk & Benchmarking
Visits (Lumax)
Aarti Anandan Communication
(SPRL)
Maloy MukhopadhyayShop Floor Trainings
(PPAP)
Surabhi DubeyCompetitions & Database
Management(Mindarika)
Anil JangraEnergy Management
(Roop Polymer)
Mansi SharmaNorth Zone Support
(MSSL)
Dhananjay Kulkarni Bawal Zone Support
(Alicon)
Arindam NagSouth Zone support
(Saint Gobain)
Ramesh PaiSouth Zone Support
(Aditya Auto)
Shalender JadSupport Member
(HCIL)
Anil TripathySupport Member
(HCIL)
Monika Bhilare West Zone Support
(Honeywell)
Deepa Chaudhary Gurgaon Zone
(Mahle)
Energy Management Training Kick-off and 1st session on N1 Zone was held on 1st June 2018 at Fortune Inn Grazia, Noida.
The main objective of Energy Management training was to support suppliers in efficient energy management and also develop leaders across
companies who will work towards managing this initiative. HCI Suppliers Club had given trainings in 2015-16, 2016-17 & 2017-18 to their West,
South & North (N2 & N3) zones suppliers coupled with identification and implementation of projects leading to significant reduction in cost with
reduction in CO thus contributing to the society. In FY 17-18 HCI Suppliers Club successfully completed the training for N2 Zone: Gurgaon Region 2
Training divided into 2 Session
First Session: 1 Day
- Awareness on Energy Management
- What is Energy Management and basic information on industries' outlook
- How Energy can be conserved by adopting simple methods
- Global Best Practices & Technology Trends
Second Session: 2 Days
- Advanced learning session focused on energy conservation in all major commodities, equipment designing & front of ideas.
- Know-how and deep knowledge on service providers and techniques to conserve energy.
- Feedback from all participants on how they deployed learning at their respective plants
- Guidance from CII
- Appreciation & Certification by Suppliers Club & HCIL
Session in progress
Eminent Speakers on the dais
Energy Management Training
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Anand SontakkeMember
(COO - Mahle Filter)
Abhishek JainMember
(MD - PPAP Tokai)
Dilip MalhotraChairman- West Zone
(MD - Honeywell Turbo)
A. DinakarChairman-South Zone(MD - Saint-Gobain)
Anmol JainVice President
(MD - Lumax Industries)
Pankaj MitalPresident
(COO - MSSL)
Executive Committee Members: FY2018-19
A Newsletter of HCI Suppliers Club
Activity Coordinators: FY 2018 - 19
Ashok SharmaCoordinator (HCIL)
AVP & Operating Head
C. JayaramanMember
(Chairman - Aditya Auto)
Dr. Alka KaulSecy. & Treasurer(MD - Horizon)
Naohiko KawamuraMember
(MD - MTI)
Anil JainMember
(MD - Roop Polymer)
Rajeev GandotraChairman-North Zone
(CMO - Mindarika)
Pratul SwarupSafety Management
(AIS)
Ritesh GuptaPresident’s Desk
(MSSL)
Mohit SehgalV.P. Desk & Benchmarking
Visits (Lumax)
Aarti Anandan Communication
(SPRL)
Maloy MukhopadhyayShop Floor Trainings
(PPAP)
Surabhi DubeyCompetitions & Database
Management(Mindarika)
Anil JangraEnergy Management
(Roop Polymer)
Mansi SharmaNorth Zone Support
(MSSL)
Dhananjay Kulkarni Bawal Zone Support
(Alicon)
Arindam NagSouth Zone support
(Saint Gobain)
Ramesh PaiSouth Zone Support
(Aditya Auto)
Shalender JadSupport Member
(HCIL)
Anil TripathySupport Member
(HCIL)
Monika Bhilare West Zone Support
(Honeywell)
Deepa Chaudhary Gurgaon Zone
(Mahle)
Energy Management Training Kick-off and 1st session on N1 Zone was held on 1st June 2018 at Fortune Inn Grazia, Noida.
The main objective of Energy Management training was to support suppliers in efficient energy management and also develop leaders across
companies who will work towards managing this initiative. HCI Suppliers Club had given trainings in 2015-16, 2016-17 & 2017-18 to their West,
South & North (N2 & N3) zones suppliers coupled with identification and implementation of projects leading to significant reduction in cost with
reduction in CO thus contributing to the society. In FY 17-18 HCI Suppliers Club successfully completed the training for N2 Zone: Gurgaon Region 2
Training divided into 2 Session
First Session: 1 Day
- Awareness on Energy Management
- What is Energy Management and basic information on industries' outlook
- How Energy can be conserved by adopting simple methods
- Global Best Practices & Technology Trends
Second Session: 2 Days
- Advanced learning session focused on energy conservation in all major commodities, equipment designing & front of ideas.
- Know-how and deep knowledge on service providers and techniques to conserve energy.
- Feedback from all participants on how they deployed learning at their respective plants
- Guidance from CII
- Appreciation & Certification by Suppliers Club & HCIL
Session in progress
Eminent Speakers on the dais
Energy Management Training
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“Fire Safety Preparedness Training” – A New Initiative by HCIL Suppliers Club on Fire Safety
Shop Floor TrainingsLow cost automation Training in West & N3 Zone
With an endeavor to promote continuous
improvement on Shop Floor, HCI Suppliers Club
has introduced a new module for Shop Floor
Training on Low Cost Automation.
Through this training program, we intend to support
our suppliers in enhancing cost competitiveness
by focusing on Automation concepts
We had 2 Sessions till date. 1 in West Zone on 16th
June & another for North (Bawal) Zone on 21st July
Key Focus Area
• Applications - Loading, Feeding, Clamping,
Machining, Welding, Grinding, Gauging,
Assembly, Packaging, Data Collection, Visual
Control
• LCA Methodologies & Selection Criteria
- Waste Elimination, Quick Change Over,
Idle time Improvements
• Technologies used for LCA
- Mechanical- Cams, Gears, Linkages,
Feeders etc.
- Pneumatics
- Hydraulics
- Electric*
- Hybrid- Hydro-Pneumatics & Electro-
Pneumatics
- PLC & Low Cost Micro Controllers
- Pick & Place ,Latest Trends
• LCA Implementation Approach & Action Plan
Key Takeaways
- Understand the concept of low cost
automation and its relevance with waste
elimination (Lean Practices)
- Learn & Understand the LCA applications in
various processes.
- Learn Methodology and selection of suitable
technologies
- Practice different technologies like PLC,
Pneumatics, Hydraulics, Arduino etc. on
training kits
- Able to identify and implement relevant
improvement plan
Under the aegis of Supplier’s Club a specialized Fire Safety Preparedness
training module has been developed comprising of three training sessions:
Session 1 – Understanding Fire Risk Assessment Sheet
This module enables participants to gain an in-depth understanding into the
Fire Risk Assessment checklist created by Momentum India for the HCI
Suppliers Club. It further allows participants to use the checklist effectively to
assess their factory premises. The module guides participants in determining
appropriate counter measures for major findings through the checklist.
• Importance of Assessments
• Understanding Need Vs. Minimum Requirements
• Understanding the sections of FRA
• Knowledge about specific Fire Safety Systems (Basis FRA)
• What is Pro-Active Vs. Re-Active Fire Safety
• Assessing correctly and accurately (Fire & Electrical Safety)
• Determining Counter Measures
• Approaching Management for Approvals of Counter Measures
Session 2 – Hazard Recognition & Identification
The Hazard Identification & Recognition module primarily focuses on
recognizing hazards within the premise. Through this module, Momentum
India familiarizes the participants with the various types of hazards that are
commonly seen within a factory premise.
Fire Safety
• Understanding Fire Chemistry
• Basic Fire Fighting Training
• Importance of Fire Fighting Training
• Fire Safety loopholes and violations
• Maintaining Fire Fighting Equipment (Portable & Fixed)
• Building Capabilities
Electrical Safety
• Recognising Created Hazards
• Electrical Safety loopholes & violations
• Understanding Electrical Safety PPE
• Behaviour Based Safety
• Wrong practices
• Understanding behaviour
Session 3 – Sustainable Safety Model
The concluding module involves understanding the Sustainability quotient to
safety. The module will aid in sustaining the safety improvements undertaken
and creating a safer workplace and a Business As Usual approach -
• What is Business As Usual & Business Continuity Plan?
• The Importance of Preventive Maintenance Schedules
• Understanding Staff Training Requirements
• Prioritising tasks
• Getting the Management support
• Continuous monitoring & updating
Summary for Trainings
Two batches comprising of 65 associates from 61 Suppliers were trained in FY
17-18 and one batch of 32 associates from 30 Suppliers are being trained in
current FY.
Another batch of 30 Suppliers will be planned for South & West Zone
Suppliers.
Participants during the safety training programLighting of the lamp Training on low cost automation Gaining by sharing
HCI Suppliers Club Initiative on "Lean Manufacturing"
Exchanging greetings Participants engrossed in the session During the Lean Manufacturing session
As part of the HCI Suppliers Club Shop Floor Excellence training, Lean Manufacturing training session for West zone suppliers was kicked-off on 25 July 2018
by Mr. Ashok Sharma, Purchasing Head, Honda Cars India in the presence of senior management members of Mahle India Group at Mahle Behr India, Chakan
plant. The training is based on Anand Group's structure of 1 year Lean Manufacturing initiative for its suppliers and facilitated by Mr. Rajesh Kakkar, Senior
Director, Supply Chain, Anand Group.
The session started with Mr. Sunil Kaul, Group President Excellence in Manufacturing, Innovation & Technology, Head Business Group II, addressing the
participants on the VSME initiatives and Ashok San on the importance of lean manufacturing.
The program is structured to have 4 training sessions by Anand Group trainers to provide basic and advanced training on the subject, supplier's self-
assessment and also provide insights about the possible improvements at their plants.
NEW
35 HCI Suppliers Club members from12 companies visited Alicon
Castalloy Limited, Pune on 25th July’18.
Major Learning / Key Highlights of the plant visit:
• Display of Actual KPI’s of plant captured through Direct Income
Statement (DIS Format) to keep track of actual performance vis-à-vis
the budget.
• Focus on Energy Management
• Installation of Solar Power Plant for captive utilization of the energy
generated.
• Use of Panel Thermography to identify any abnormal heating in the
Electric Panels and take corrective action.
• Good 5S
• Use of Light colors in Shopfloor area for detection of dust on the
utilities and other equipments
• Work Culture
• Coordination between Associates and Management for setting of
targets
Benchmarking Plant Visit
Sharing the happinessClub members at Alicon Castalloy Ltd.
A Newsletter of HCI Suppliers Club
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“Fire Safety Preparedness Training” – A New Initiative by HCIL Suppliers Club on Fire Safety
Shop Floor TrainingsLow cost automation Training in West & N3 Zone
With an endeavor to promote continuous
improvement on Shop Floor, HCI Suppliers Club
has introduced a new module for Shop Floor
Training on Low Cost Automation.
Through this training program, we intend to support
our suppliers in enhancing cost competitiveness
by focusing on Automation concepts
We had 2 Sessions till date. 1 in West Zone on 16th
June & another for North (Bawal) Zone on 21st July
Key Focus Area
• Applications - Loading, Feeding, Clamping,
Machining, Welding, Grinding, Gauging,
Assembly, Packaging, Data Collection, Visual
Control
• LCA Methodologies & Selection Criteria
- Waste Elimination, Quick Change Over,
Idle time Improvements
• Technologies used for LCA
- Mechanical- Cams, Gears, Linkages,
Feeders etc.
- Pneumatics
- Hydraulics
- Electric*
- Hybrid- Hydro-Pneumatics & Electro-
Pneumatics
- PLC & Low Cost Micro Controllers
- Pick & Place ,Latest Trends
• LCA Implementation Approach & Action Plan
Key Takeaways
- Understand the concept of low cost
automation and its relevance with waste
elimination (Lean Practices)
- Learn & Understand the LCA applications in
various processes.
- Learn Methodology and selection of suitable
technologies
- Practice different technologies like PLC,
Pneumatics, Hydraulics, Arduino etc. on
training kits
- Able to identify and implement relevant
improvement plan
Under the aegis of Supplier’s Club a specialized Fire Safety Preparedness
training module has been developed comprising of three training sessions:
Session 1 – Understanding Fire Risk Assessment Sheet
This module enables participants to gain an in-depth understanding into the
Fire Risk Assessment checklist created by Momentum India for the HCI
Suppliers Club. It further allows participants to use the checklist effectively to
assess their factory premises. The module guides participants in determining
appropriate counter measures for major findings through the checklist.
• Importance of Assessments
• Understanding Need Vs. Minimum Requirements
• Understanding the sections of FRA
• Knowledge about specific Fire Safety Systems (Basis FRA)
• What is Pro-Active Vs. Re-Active Fire Safety
• Assessing correctly and accurately (Fire & Electrical Safety)
• Determining Counter Measures
• Approaching Management for Approvals of Counter Measures
Session 2 – Hazard Recognition & Identification
The Hazard Identification & Recognition module primarily focuses on
recognizing hazards within the premise. Through this module, Momentum
India familiarizes the participants with the various types of hazards that are
commonly seen within a factory premise.
Fire Safety
• Understanding Fire Chemistry
• Basic Fire Fighting Training
• Importance of Fire Fighting Training
• Fire Safety loopholes and violations
• Maintaining Fire Fighting Equipment (Portable & Fixed)
• Building Capabilities
Electrical Safety
• Recognising Created Hazards
• Electrical Safety loopholes & violations
• Understanding Electrical Safety PPE
• Behaviour Based Safety
• Wrong practices
• Understanding behaviour
Session 3 – Sustainable Safety Model
The concluding module involves understanding the Sustainability quotient to
safety. The module will aid in sustaining the safety improvements undertaken
and creating a safer workplace and a Business As Usual approach -
• What is Business As Usual & Business Continuity Plan?
• The Importance of Preventive Maintenance Schedules
• Understanding Staff Training Requirements
• Prioritising tasks
• Getting the Management support
• Continuous monitoring & updating
Summary for Trainings
Two batches comprising of 65 associates from 61 Suppliers were trained in FY
17-18 and one batch of 32 associates from 30 Suppliers are being trained in
current FY.
Another batch of 30 Suppliers will be planned for South & West Zone
Suppliers.
Participants during the safety training programLighting of the lamp Training on low cost automation Gaining by sharing
HCI Suppliers Club Initiative on "Lean Manufacturing"
Exchanging greetings Participants engrossed in the session During the Lean Manufacturing session
As part of the HCI Suppliers Club Shop Floor Excellence training, Lean Manufacturing training session for West zone suppliers was kicked-off on 25 July 2018
by Mr. Ashok Sharma, Purchasing Head, Honda Cars India in the presence of senior management members of Mahle India Group at Mahle Behr India, Chakan
plant. The training is based on Anand Group's structure of 1 year Lean Manufacturing initiative for its suppliers and facilitated by Mr. Rajesh Kakkar, Senior
Director, Supply Chain, Anand Group.
The session started with Mr. Sunil Kaul, Group President Excellence in Manufacturing, Innovation & Technology, Head Business Group II, addressing the
participants on the VSME initiatives and Ashok San on the importance of lean manufacturing.
The program is structured to have 4 training sessions by Anand Group trainers to provide basic and advanced training on the subject, supplier's self-
assessment and also provide insights about the possible improvements at their plants.
NEW
35 HCI Suppliers Club members from12 companies visited Alicon
Castalloy Limited, Pune on 25th July’18.
Major Learning / Key Highlights of the plant visit:
• Display of Actual KPI’s of plant captured through Direct Income
Statement (DIS Format) to keep track of actual performance vis-à-vis
the budget.
• Focus on Energy Management
• Installation of Solar Power Plant for captive utilization of the energy
generated.
• Use of Panel Thermography to identify any abnormal heating in the
Electric Panels and take corrective action.
• Good 5S
• Use of Light colors in Shopfloor area for detection of dust on the
utilities and other equipments
• Work Culture
• Coordination between Associates and Management for setting of
targets
Benchmarking Plant Visit
Sharing the happinessClub members at Alicon Castalloy Ltd.
A Newsletter of HCI Suppliers Club
Think fresh, be G een Think fresh, be G een
Message from Mr. Anmol Jain,
Vice President, Suppliers Club
Warm Greetings to you all !
At the outset, I would like to thank
you for the opportunity and
responsibility that I will shoulder as
the Vice President of the HCI
Suppliers Club, under the able
leadership of Mr. Pankaj Mittal,
President of the Club and with all your support.
An exciting year has gone by, where we faced many
challenges, regulatory changes and a moderate economic
growth. We will continue to be challenged by many changes
in the business environment in the coming months.
However, the agility of the HCI Suppliers Club members and
a focused approach will prepare us well to face these
headwinds and combat them.
The HCI Suppliers Club is a platform for cross-pollination of
ideas and learning opportunities that provide possibilities to
enhance our operations, processes, people resources and
skills. It is imperative for all our members to participate
wholeheartedly to bring better results in our way of working,
to share best practices amongst each other and enhance our
competitiveness.
I would like to extend my appreciation and gratitude to all the
members who are continuously supporting and putting in
efforts towards the achievement of the key goals and
objectives of the Suppliers Club as also appreciate the
efforts of the activity coordinators who work effortlessly
behind the scene.
The activity calendar for the year 2018-19 will focus on :
• Shop floor Excellence Training with focus on LCA
• QC & Kaizen Competition
• Fire Safety Preparedness & Training Sessions
• Energy Conservation Training
A detailed Activity Calendar is shared with you in this
newsletter.
In closing, I would like to thank and acknowledge the support
and guidance of the HCI team, the EC members and the
coordinators, without whom we would not be able to proceed
and progress towards achieving excellence.
On this occasion, I would also like to welcome Gaku
Nakanishi San, President, HCI for his tenure in India.
I urge you all to share your experiences and participate with
zeal and fervor in the club activities during the year to make
the Club relevant and important for our businesses.
Networking Session & Welcome to New HCIL President for South & West Zone SuppliersOn 26th July 2018 a Suppliers Club
Networking Session was organized for
our West & South Zone suppliers
which saw interaction between HCI Top
Management and Suppliers Top
Management. In addition to the
Networking session, the occasion
provided an opportunity to welcome
Mr. Gaku Nakanishi, the new President
& CEO of HCIL.
The session started with the welcome of
Gaku San by Pankaj San, President Suppliers Club, followed by an update on Suppliers Club
activities by Anmol San, Vice-president-Suppliers Club.
Gaku San, in his address, shared about the Automobile market in India, HCI sales plan for 2018-
19 and he also emphasized on working closely with Business Partners towards establishing
Strong Brand image in India and making continuous efforts to strengthen collaboration for mutual
growth and successful future.
Ashok San, Operating Head HCIL Purchasing, shared an update on HR/IR (also known as SRHRC)
activity & Fire Safety Activity. He also requested supplier partners to work jointly with HCI for
finding opportunities for Cost Improvement in Mass Production Models.
The session concluded with a vote of thanks by Dilip San, Chairman West Zone Suppliers Club.
Welcome Gaku San
Participants during the networking session
From the Editor’s DeskDear Members,
Greetings !
It gives me great privilege and honour to present the all new ENGAGE on an
environment-friendly recycled paper. In this first issue of the current financial year,
we begin with welcoming Gaku San who has joined as President & CEO - Honda
Cars India.
In this Issue we have covered all the major activities of the current financial year
organised till date and hope you would enjoy reading the same. We look forward to
your inputs and suggestions as always. Happy Reading !
