Nichirin Tennessee and CADDi Inc. Transform 24 Years of Engineering Data into Actionable Manufacturing Intelligence

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Nichirin Tennessee Inc, a US-based manufacturer of brake and power steering hoses for passenger vehicles and motorcycles, has successfully modernized its operations through the implementation of CADDi Drawer, an AI-driven data platform developed by CADDi Inc. The initiative marks a significant step toward reducing reliance on individual expertise and creating a more transparent, efficient, and self-reliant organization.

Founded in 2002 and operating as a subsidiary of Nichirin Co, Ltd, a global leader in automotive hose manufacturing, Nichirin Tennessee has long depended on accumulated experience and institutional knowledge to manage engineering data. Accessing critical information such as drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), and historical records traditionally required precise part numbers and guidance from experienced personnel. This approach created operational bottlenecks, slowed onboarding, and limited responsiveness to customer needs.

To address these challenges, Nichirin Tennessee deployed CADDi Drawer as an integration layer across its systems. The platform centralizes engineering and commercial data, linking drawings, BOMs, quotations, and control documents into a unified, searchable environment. As a result, employees across departments now have immediate access to critical information without relying on specialized knowledge or manual retrieval processes.

The transformation has significantly improved operational efficiency. Team members can now locate relevant data using keyword or similarity searches, eliminating the need for exact identifiers. This shift has reduced time spent on information retrieval, accelerated quoting processes, and enabled employees to focus on higher-value tasks.

In addition to operational gains, the initiative has fostered a cultural shift within the organization. Employees are encouraged to independently access and analyze data, promoting accountability and cross-functional collaboration. New hires, in particular, benefit from faster onboarding, as the platform allows them to navigate complex datasets with minimal supervision.

Company representatives emphasized that the success of the implementation extends beyond technology. By making knowledge widely accessible, Nichirin Tennessee has strengthened its ability to operate as a unified team while leveraging decades of accumulated expertise as a shared organizational asset.

Building on these results, the company plans to expand the use of CADDi Drawer to additional facilities, including operations in Texas and Mexico, further enhancing efficiency and knowledge sharing across its manufacturing network. CADDi Inc, founded in 2017 and headquartered in Tokyo and Chicago, continues to develop AI-powered solutions designed to unlock the value of design and supply chain data for manufacturers worldwide.