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"InfoLinker3" is an industrial smart glass equipped with a large-capacity battery, allowing for long hours of operation with hot-swappable functionality, and enabling outdoor use with LTE connectivity. Since the battery can be replaced while in operation, it can be used without interrupting work even if the battery runs out during tasks. It can be operated using voice commands, allowing for hands-free work. With LTE built-in, it can be used outdoors where Wi-Fi is not available. 【Features】 ■ Concept specialized for remote work support ■ A dedicated management software "LinkerWorks" for remote work support is included with the product from the start ■ Improves on-site work efficiency ■ Avoids troubles with accurate instructions and judgments ■ Automatically shares records and reports *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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In this document, we propose "DX in the workplace." We provide detailed information about common challenges, remote support solutions, InfoLinker, and more. HOTARU Co., Ltd. is a professional group specializing in manual production. Through the analysis and interviews of existing manuals, procedures, drawings, and various other materials, we can propose manuals that are truly usable on-site. [Contents (excerpt)] ■ Company Overview ■ What are the challenges? ■ Common issues ■ Remote support solutions ■ What is InfoLinker3? ■ Improving on-site work efficiency *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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As of December 1st, Hotaru Printing Co., Ltd. has changed its company name to HOTARU Co., Ltd. In conjunction with this, the Hotaru Printing newsletter will be revamped to deliver the latest information from our website "Manual Production's Torisetsu." We will continue to provide topics that can help solve your problems and concerns, so we kindly ask for your continued support. *For detailed information on the articles, please refer to the related links. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us.

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This New Year's, many people likely refrained from going out to prevent the spread of the new coronavirus and spent a relaxing time at home. Now, at "The Manual Production Guide," we provide useful information that you can use starting tomorrow on a daily basis. We will introduce downloadable materials and blog articles, so if you're interested, please click on the thumbnail and take a look. *You can view the detailed content of the articles through the related links. For more information, please feel free to contact us.

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The days of the new coronavirus raging on continue. In some countries, vaccination has begun, marking the first step towards achieving herd immunity. However, it seems that it will still take a considerable amount of time before we can return to the lifestyle we had before. Therefore, in this email newsletter, we would like to present a special feature that showcases all the content related to the new coronavirus that was covered in "The Manual Production Guide." *You can view the detailed content of the articles through the related links. For more information, please feel free to contact us.*

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Now, in "The Manual Creation Guide," we are providing useful information that can be used tomorrow. This time, we are introducing a "subscriber-exclusive project" as our first attempt. Next, we are also presenting downloadable materials and blog articles. If there are any articles that catch your interest, please take a moment to read them. *You can view the detailed content of the articles through the related links. For more information, feel free to contact us.

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This time, as a special issue, we would like to announce again the reader-exclusive project with a deadline approaching. "We just transferred and wanted an objective opinion," "It's helpful to have it checked for free," and so on; despite being our first project, it has received great acclaim. This application project has ended. If you are interested, please inquire about the similar service "Zero School." *You can view the detailed content of the article through the related links. For more information, please feel free to contact us.

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Thank you very much for your interest in the 'Exclusive Project for Newsletter Subscribers! Manual Check by Professionals.' We plan to hold various projects in the future, so we appreciate your continued support. This month, we will guide you to interesting articles and downloadable materials. Please access them from each thumbnail and check them out. *You can view the detailed content of the articles through the related links. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.

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The long yet short Golden Week has come to an end, and in some regions, the rainy season has begun. As temperatures rise during this time, food becomes more susceptible to spoilage, so please be mindful of both virus prevention and food poisoning. Now, in this edition of the "Manual Production Newsletter," we have picked up new information and popular content, so please access it through each thumbnail and check it out. *You can view the detailed content of the articles through the related links. For more information, please feel free to contact us.

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Although it is still mid-June, it is becoming increasingly common to record summer days across various regions in Japan. Wearing a mask can make it difficult to feel thirsty, which can lead to heatstroke. As we enter this season, please remember to stay hydrated. This time, we have picked up essential information for those in charge of product manuals, so please access it from each thumbnail and be sure to check it out. *You can view the detailed content of the article through the related links. For more information, please feel free to contact us.*

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This time, we have picked up useful information that is a must-see for those in charge of proofreading within the company, in addition to the latest news. Please access each thumbnail and be sure to check it out. In "The Manual Production Guide," we provide useful information about manuals that can be used starting tomorrow on a daily basis. *You can view the detailed content of the articles through the related links. For more information, please feel free to contact us.

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As we enter the latter half of August, the end of summer is coming into view. However, we are experiencing a prolonged rainy season that feels reminiscent of the rainy season, making it hard to say that the days are comfortable. The prolonged rain has loosened the ground, so please take care and stay safe. Now, in addition to the latest information on "The Manual Creation Guide," we have picked up useful information to help you create better manuals. Please access the various thumbnails and check them out. *You can view the detailed content of the articles through the related links. For more information, feel free to contact us.

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This time, we will feature the "Business Manual," which is essential for in-house training. A business manual clearly outlines the flow and procedures of operations conducted within the company, establishing standards to promote the standardization of work quality and the efficiency of in-house training. Business manuals are created and utilized in various companies, regardless of job type, but in reality, few companies are able to effectively utilize them. Why is it that business manuals are not utilized and become mere formalities? We hope this will provide insights into the reasons and possible countermeasures. *For more detailed information, please refer to the related links. Feel free to contact us for further inquiries.*

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Now, this time we will feature techniques using Adobe Acrobat, which many people likely use when proofreading PDFs. Although we often use Acrobat casually, there are actually many convenient features that are useful to know, and it is highly valued in the manual production field. From those features, we have carefully selected helpful techniques that you can start using from tomorrow. *You can view the detailed content of the article through the related links. For more information, please feel free to contact us.*

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Well, speaking of manuals, it used to be common to have printed booklets, but now there are more and more web manuals in PDF and HTML formats that can be easily read on smartphones and other devices. Along with the increase in these web manuals, video manuals that visually explain how to operate things have also become more common. This time, in addition to new articles, we have picked up information about video manuals. *You can view the detailed content of the articles through the related links. For more information, please feel free to contact us.*

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Finally, there is less than a month left in 2021, and it has become a busy season filled with preparations for the year-end and New Year. Now, this email newsletter is a special edition leading up to the year-end, focusing on new information related to cost reduction. Please access each thumbnail and be sure to check it out. *You can view the detailed content of the articles through the related links. For more information, please feel free to contact us.

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Now, as this is the last email newsletter of the year, I would like to present the popular articles from the "Manual Production Guide" site in 2021, categorized into three sections and ranked accordingly. Popular blog articles, new blog articles, and useful downloadable materials. We will introduce the top three articles in each category. If any articles catch your interest, please access them through the thumbnails and check them out. *You can view the detailed content of the articles through the related links. For more information, please feel free to contact us.*

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Now, one of the major trends in the world is DX (Digital Transformation). In 2018, the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry began promoting DX for Japanese companies, and already several years have passed. That said, we cannot yet say that DX is progressing across all Japanese companies. Therefore, this time, in addition to new articles, we have also picked up articles about DX. *You can view the detailed content of the articles through the related links. For more information, please feel free to contact us.

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Time flies, and there is only one week left in February. Although the cold days continue, I hope you are not feeling unwell. This time, I would like to introduce an article themed around the essential process of "proofreading" in manual production, along with our latest articles. Please access each thumbnail and be sure to check it out. *You can view the detailed content of the articles through the related links. For more information, please feel free to contact us.

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As we enter the latter half of March, it's that time of year when we welcome new employees to the company. This year, many of you may feel anxious about whether you can properly teach the new hires, as you are tasked with training them for the first time. Therefore, this time we have featured the theme "How to Create an Operations Manual Useful for Training New Employees," highlighting key points for manuals that are easy for new employees to understand. *You can view the detailed content of the article through the related links. For more information, please feel free to contact us.*

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Suddenly, do you know the term "SDGs"? Not long ago, many people may not have heard of it, but due to recent awareness activities by the media and companies, there are likely more people who say, "I don't know the details, but I know the term." SDGs refers to the Sustainable Development Goals. *You can view the detailed content of the column through the related link. For more information, please feel free to contact us.*

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We offer "The Manual Production Guide" to solve the problems faced by manual production personnel nationwide. If you have concerns regarding content issues such as text volume and illustrations, cost issues like page count and lead time, or quality and operational issues, please feel free to consult us. [Examples of Requests] ■ I want to know the know-how of manual production ■ Solutions to common problems ■ I want to produce a foreign language version of the manual ■ Outsourcing manual production tasks ■ I want to create technical illustrations ■ Manual suitability diagnosis *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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Our company offers a service that analyzes product manuals based on seven criteria. By improving the content to be clearer and easier to search, we can reduce the costs associated with customer inquiries. Based on the diagnostic results, we will propose an effective improvement plan. 【Features】 ■ Free diagnosis ■ Possible reduction in inquiry and repair response costs *For more details, please refer to the catalog or feel free to contact us.

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