CEVA Logistics and TE Connectivity Optimize Warehouse Operations in Japan

PROJECT OVERVIEW

CEVA Logistics and TE Connectivity (TE), a global leader in electrical and electronic components, established a longstanding partnership in Japan that began in 2013 and has continued to expand over the years. CEVA operates TE’s fourth‑largest global distribution centre in Kakegawa - Japan, handling approximately 7.8 million cartons annually.

Our customer’s business challenges

As TE faced increasing demand for high‑volume, nationwide distribution and the need to optimize warehouse space to reduce costs and improve efficiency, the company sought a sustainable, high‑efficiency logistics solution. To meet these challenges, CEVA Logistics redesigned the warehouse layout and introduced comprehensive storage solution featuring customized material‑handling equipment and a high‑shelf configuration while reducing its carbon footprint by adopting more sustainable supply chain initiatives.

THE SOLUTION

CEVA Logistics leveraged its expertise to deliver a comprehensive solution at TE Connectivity’s Distribution Center in Kakegawa, Japan:

VNA Solution: Redesign the warehouse rack layout by implementing ‘Very Narrow Aisle’ (VNA) racks and a high-shelf solution, as well as customized MHE forklift, achieving an 18% reduction in warehouse space usage for the same cargo volume, which led to a significant saving on the cost and improvement on the efficiency due to the shortened operation routes.
24/7 Operations: Continuous inbound and outbound logistics, including value-added services, supporting TE Connectivity’s manufacturing plant in Kakegawa and supply chain across Japan.
Sustainability Initiatives: Upgraded the facility with 100% LED lighting equipped with motion sensors and introduced more sustainable material handling equipment (MHE).

As part of the implementation, CEVA worked under a tight deadline to successfully transition to the new warehouse layout without impacting ongoing operations. CEVA maintained high service quality and reliability, even during periods of volume fluctuation and labor market challenges, through proactive communication and problem-solving with TE Connectivity.