Tosoh Corporation Adopts Kinaxis Maestro™ to Enhance Global Supply Chain Resilience and Efficiency

Kinaxis and Tosoh Corporation Forge an AI-Powered Supply Chain Transformation OTTAWA, Ontario—Kinaxis® (TSX:KXS), a global leader in end-to-end supply chain orchestration, announced today that Tosoh Corporation, a major global chemical company, has chosen Kinaxis to enhance its supply chain operations and support ongoing business growth. In an industry prone to frequent disruptions, Tosoh required a resilient and agile solution to respond more swiftly to market changes and sustain operational continuity in a highly regulated and rapidly evolving sector. “Kinaxis is thrilled to extend our reach in the global chemical sector with Tosoh Corporation,” stated Masa Kogure, president of Japan at Kinaxis. “This partnership will enable Tosoh to transform their supply chain with improved visibility, coordination, and responsiveness, crucial for maintaining robust operations in a volatile environment.” As one of the largest chlor-alkali manufacturers in Asia, Tosoh provides a wide range of essential chemicals, from petrochemicals like ethylene, polymers, and polyethylene to advanced materials used in the semiconductor, display, and solar industries. Even minor disruptions can have significant ripple effects throughout its extensive supply chain. To address these challenges, Tosoh has opted for the Kinaxis Maestro™ platform. Known for its advanced AI capabilities, Maestro offers comprehensive end-to-end orchestration that will enhance coordination between sales and operations, optimize inventory management, and improve supply and demand balancing. By replacing manual, spreadsheet-based processes with intelligent automation, Maestro will empower Tosoh to make faster, more informed decisions, thereby increasing efficiency and reducing the impact of disruptions. “We are delighted to collaborate with Kinaxis to revolutionize and fortify our supply chain operations,” expressed Mitsuhiro Nishimura, vice president at Tosoh Corporation. “Traditional Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems have struggled to meet the demands of the modern chemical industry. Maestro will enable us to navigate these complexities with greater resilience and drive business growth and performance.” “Maestro will drive efficiency, agility, and growth across Tosoh’s global supply chain,” added Kogure. “Our platform’s advanced analytics and AI will provide the visibility and speed necessary to plan and mitigate disruptions, which are common in the intricate chemical industry.” For more information on Kinaxis and its supply chain orchestration solutions, please visit Kinaxis.com. About Kinaxis Kinaxis is a global leader in modern supply chain orchestration, leveraging AI to manage complex global supply chains effectively. Our Kinaxis Maestro™ platform integrates proprietary technologies, offering complete transparency and flexibility from strategic long-term planning to final delivery. Trusted by leading global brands, Kinaxis ensures the agility and predictability needed to navigate today’s volatile and disruptive landscape. For additional news and insights, visit kinaxis.com or connect with us on LinkedIn. Source: Kinaxis Inc.