Jul 22, 2022|
JD.com Supports FLUKE Double Production against COVID impacts in China
by Vivian Yang
Despite COVID disruptions in the supply chain in the first half of the year, the Shi Fu (世福) factory of FLUKE, the world leader in the manufacturing, distribution, and service of electronic test tools and software, based in Wuhu of Anhui province in China, said its production plan this June doubled that of May and was even higher than the same period last year.
FLUKE’s cooperation with JD Industrial Supply has enabled its production surge, in which JD helped its Shi Fu factory to leverage online channels to catch the sales opportunities while the offline market remains lukewarm due to the resurgence of COVID-19.
“JD Industrial Supply has strong client resources such as Global 500 companies, lighthouse factories, China’s top 100 machinery enterprises, and more, which are precisely FLUKE’s target clients,” said a spokesperson of FLUKE. “Our sales to big Chinese enterprises and KA customers via online channels have increased significantly since we collaborated with JD.”
Through JD Industrial Supply, products are presented via multiple channels, and as a result, FLUKE is able to engage with big enterprises from energy, manufacturing, engineering building, and other industrial sectors that are active on JD Industrial Procurement Management platform (京东工采), and also widely interact with small and medium-sized enterprises on JD MRO (京东工品购). JD Industrial Supply is a valuable partner to help Fluke “find different baskets to put the eggs in”.
The supply chain of Shi Fu factory was affected by the uncertainties caused by the pandemic this April. “We have adopted various countermeasures to minimize the COVID impact. In view of the inflow of goods from our suppliers, the industrial chain is recovering; despite the recovery, the high sensitivity to the supply chain remains part of our work habit,” said Ming Wang, operation manager of Shi Fu factory.
Wang noted that instead of only stocking materials on demand for the purposes of cost efficiency and lean production, as the factory used to do, it is more common now to have alternative suppliers’ resources at hand to enhance the supply chain resilience.
During this year’s JD 618 Grand Promotion, enterprises from more than 70 industrial segments made procurement orders via JD Industrial Supply, as the whole industry rethinks the value of the supply chain and accelerates their pace of digital transformation to be more agile in meeting production demand in the face of uncertainty.
The purchase of industrial instruments on JD Industrial Supply including FLUKE increased 608 percent compared with the same period last year during the shopping festival.
Dec 30, 2023|
JD Auto’s New Year Extravaganza: Tesla Model 3 Vehicles Up For Grabs in Exclusive Lottery
JD Auto, the omni-channel automotive division of JD.com, in partnership with Tesla, made an announcement on December 26th, unveiling an exclusive New Year’s Eve lottery during the December 31st broadcast of the Hunan TV New Year’s Gala. The event’s highlight is a giveaway where seven lucky winners will receive up to 10 years of usage rights for a Tesla Model 3 Refresh Edition, along with a separate giveaway of an additional 10 Cybertrucks for Kids.
This highly-anticipated New Year’s Eve show, exclusively sponsored by JD.com, has garnered significant popularity among China’s youth. Participation is simple and convenient: viewers need to open the JD App at 8:00 PM on December 31st. In addition to the Tesla prizes, JD will be generously giving away ten million physical gifts and 1 billion RMB in virtual red envelopes.
A testament to the strong history of collaboration between JD Auto and Tesla is the successful launch of Tesla’s flagship store on JD.com on February 14th. The store features a diverse array of products, including charging equipment, accessories, and fashion apparel, covering over 200 types of products across 22 categories. The store’s launch generated immense interest, with the keyword “Tesla” receiving nearly five million searches on JD.com and attracting nearly 700,000 followers within the first 48 hours.
The partnership extends beyond merchandise. JD Auto and Tesla are also working together in online and offline services, cultural and peripheral product promotions, and extensive cooperation in logistics and installation services for automotive products such as charging stations.
In addition to the lottery, JD Auto is offering extra year-end rewards for car owners during the New Year period. These include complimentary services and products like oil maintenance, tires, in-car storage boxes, electric bicycles, car washes, wipers, JD Auto Max memberships, and substantial discounts on new car purchases.
JD has been actively strengthening its presence in the automotive sector since it launched its online automotive product business in 2018. In October 2022, JD Auto expanded its offerings by launching new energy vehicle experience centers in various cities, providing a holistic solution for automotive needs. In June 2023, JD Retail consolidated its automotive ventures by establishing the JD Auto business unit, aimed at offering an integrated platform for vehicle owners, encompassing everything from purchase to maintenance.
Sep 25, 2023|
Volkswagen Group China Partners with JD Industrials for Digital Transformation of MRO Procurement
by Vivian Yang
Volkswagen Group China and JD Industrials recently inked a strategic partnership to digitally transform the MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations) procurement process for Volkswagen in China. By leveraging JD Industrials’ advanced digital solutions, the initiative aims to bolster efficiency, streamline operations, and achieve cost reductions in Volkswagen’s procurement processes.
Having been a steadfast partner in China’s automotive landscape for nearly four decades, Volkswagen Group has built a comprehensive supply chain ecosystem within the country. The newly minted agreement integrates JD Industrials’ “full-chain solution,” designed to provide a seamless, one-stop online MRO procurement and digital management service for Volkswagen—from materials matching to order execution and financial settlement.
JD Industrials’ intelligent digital procurement platform enables precise analysis of MRO inventory metrics. This empowers Volkswagen with data-driven insights that optimize inventory management, minimize costs, and inform strategic decision-making.
Initially, the partnership will encompass seven entities of Volkswagen Group China, incorporating a vast array of over 14,000 SKUs in various MRO categories, ranging from advanced automotive testing tools to personal protective equipment and office essentials.
Alfonso Sancha, Executive Vice President of Volkswagen Group China responsible for Purchasing, said: “As the automotive industry undergoes a rapid transformation, procurement is a significant pillar to secure the Group’s strategic success. Volkswagen Group China is committed to transforming procurement in order to fulfill local demands with innovative local solutions, while supporting the Group’s development ‘in China, for China’.”
Chen Esheng, Vice President of JD.com and General Manager of JD Industrials KA division, said, “The automotive industry, with its rich century-long history, stands as a pillar of modern manufacturing. Given its intricate supply chain complexities, incremental digitalization is insufficient for achieving true cost-efficiency. JD Industrials remains committed to delivering tailored supply chain solutions for the automotive sector.”
“Together with our partners, our vision is to create a resilient, cross-industry digital infrastructure that accommodates a wide range of materials. This will enable seamless data exchange and reduce the physical movement of goods, paving the way for a more efficient and sustainable future,” Chen added.
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