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Denpasar, Bali (July 23, 2026) — PT Toyota Motor Manufacturing Indonesia (TMMIN) shared industry insights in the classroom while also inviting university students to witness the practical application of theory firsthand, equipping them with the knowledge and experience needed to enter the workforce. Through a series of activities held at Udayana University in Bali on Thursday (July 23), TMMIN provided a learning experience that bridges academia and industrial practice.
In addition to hosting a public lecture featuring TMMIN President Director Nandi Julyanto, TMMIN also conducted a monitoring visit to the Lean Manufacturing Laboratory at the Faculty of Engineering, Udayana University. The visit aimed to directly observe the implementation of the Toyota Production System (TPS) in the learning process. This initiative represents a collaboration between industry and academia to develop highly competitive human resources.
During the public lecture, Nandi Julyanto introduced and shared Toyota’s experience in building a corporate culture that has been cultivated over decades. He explained the various elements that form the foundation of this culture, ranging from leadership to the company values that Toyota firmly upholds: integrity, visionary thinking, respect, ownership, innovativeness, and teamwork. He also emphasized the importance of the Bad News First principle, which encourages the courage to report problems as early as possible so that solutions can be formulated and implemented promptly.
Nandi emphasized that these values are not merely part of Toyota’s corporate culture, but principles that can be applied in everyday life as well as in the professional world. One tangible implementation of these values is the Toyota Production System (TPS), which serves as Toyota’s foundation for fostering a culture of continuous improvement while enhancing quality, productivity, and efficiency in every work process.
“TPS is not merely a production system developed by Toyota. For us, TPS is a way of thinking and a way of working. Through TPS, everyone is encouraged not to stop at solving problems on the surface, but to have the courage to identify their root causes, make decisions based on facts, and continuously pursue improvement. We believe that sustainable progress always begins with small, consistent steps taken every day,” said Nandi Julyanto.
While observing the implementation of the Toyota Production System (TPS) at the Lean Manufacturing Laboratory of the Faculty of Engineering, Udayana University, Nandi Julyanto held discussions with lecturers and students regarding efforts to further enhance the implementation of TPS in the learning process. During the visit, he explained the meaning of Genba in Toyota’s culture, which refers to the “actual place” where a process takes place. Through this approach, every issue can be understood directly at the source, allowing solutions to be based on facts rather than assumptions. In addition, Genba activities are part of the implementation of the Kaizen philosophy, which embodies the spirit of continuous improvement through small, consistent steps.
“Through Genba, we want students to experience that the best learning comes from firsthand experience. In the field, they do not merely study TPS as a theory, but learn to observe processes as they are, understand why a problem occurs, and then develop solutions based on facts. We hope this experience fosters critical thinking, strong curiosity, and the courage to continuously improve every process. These are the competencies they will carry with them when they enter the industrial world,” Nandi added.
Udayana University is one of ten universities receiving phased assistance from PT Toyota Motor Manufacturing Indonesia (TMMIN) in implementing the Toyota Production System (TPS). The ten universities include Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember (ITS), Diponegoro University (UNDIP), Gadjah Mada University (UGM), Syiah Kuala University (USK), Bandung Institute of Technology (ITB), Sebelas Maret University (UNS), Hasanuddin University (UNHAS), Darma Persada University (UNSADA), Udayana University, and the University of Indonesia (UI). The TPS assistance program is carried out in stages, beginning with the selection of innovation themes, followed by implementation within the learning environment, and continuing with periodic evaluations through refreshment activities and Genba visits to ensure the sustainability of implementation and the continuous enhancement of innovation capabilities at the universities.
Through this collaboration, TMMIN hopes to further align higher education learning processes with the needs of industry. By combining academic knowledge with practical experience, students are expected to develop systematic thinking, problem-solving capabilities, and a strong commitment to continuous learning and improvement wherever they contribute.
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For further information, please contact:
A. B Kuswandarto / Galuh / Sasa / Ghea Corporate Public Relations PT Toyota Motor Manufacturing Indonesia
Tel: (021) 651-5551 ext. 2727
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Toyota Production System, Universitas Udayana
