A Comparison Between Samsung and Nokia
Thinking Broadly about Innovation
Samsung is well known for its technological innovations, and Samsung Corning is no exception. The company, a joint venture between Samsung and Corning of the U.S., is a leader in core electronic materials and manufactures differentiated products for fl at panel displays.
We produce high-defi nition PDP fi lters, ITO targets and ultra-slim CRT glass, and are constantly developing next generation materials and components. These state-of-the-art products are only the most visible innovations.
Samsung Corning extends the art of innovation to how we make products, resulting in greater productivity and production that is faster and more cost competitive.
There is great synergy here. By producing ultraslim
CRT glass that is 30% thinner, we are offering customers a more attractive product that is lighter, less bulky, stylish and space effi cient. At the same time, Samsung Corning can reduce raw material and packaging costs.
“Innovation previously was more about technology,” says Lim Swee Ee. “Now, however, the focus has shifted toward how fast it can be developed. At Samsung Corning, we are emphasizing a Six Sigma mindset to drive productivity improvements. Also, we are shifting from manufacturing-oriented to businessoriented management.” These innovations are driven by our employees.
For example, in our polishing process, an expensive piece of equipment called a diamond wheel is used. By applying creative ideas and innovation to the process, Samsung Corning was able to adjust its equipment specifi cations to reduce diamond wheel usage by 25%.
Another example involved collecting unused monitors and TV sets and recycling them, which reduces material costs while decreasing waste and protecting the environment. “Our process area can be a source of many innovations if we can think outside the box,” says Mr. Lim. This is the mindset of all Samsung Corning employees.
“Innovation is driven by
Samsung is well known for its technological innovations, and Samsung Corning is no exception. The company, a joint venture between Samsung and Corning of the U.S., is a leader in core electronic materials and manufactures differentiated products for fl at panel displays.
We produce high-defi nition PDP fi lters, ITO targets and ultra-slim CRT glass, and are constantly developing next generation materials and components. These state-of-the-art products are only the most visible innovations.
Samsung Corning extends the art of innovation to how we make products, resulting in greater productivity and production that is faster and more cost competitive.
There is great synergy here. By producing ultraslim
CRT glass that is 30% thinner, we are offering customers a more attractive product that is lighter, less bulky, stylish and space effi cient. At the same time, Samsung Corning can reduce raw material and packaging costs.
“Innovation previously was more about technology,” says Lim Swee Ee. “Now, however, the focus has shifted toward how fast it can be developed. At Samsung Corning, we are emphasizing a Six Sigma mindset to drive productivity improvements. Also, we are shifting from manufacturing-oriented to businessoriented management.” These innovations are driven by our employees.
For example, in our polishing process, an expensive piece of equipment called a diamond wheel is used. By applying creative ideas and innovation to the process, Samsung Corning was able to adjust its equipment specifi cations to reduce diamond wheel usage by 25%.
Another example involved collecting unused monitors and TV sets and recycling them, which reduces material costs while decreasing waste and protecting the environment. “Our process area can be a source of many innovations if we can think outside the box,” says Mr. Lim. This is the mindset of all Samsung Corning employees.
“Innovation is driven by