OTICS USA Partners with CADDi to Drive Efficiency and Knowledge Sharing in Automotive Parts Manufacturing

CHICAGO, April 3, 2025 — CADDi, a leader in digital solutions for manufacturers, announces its partnership with OTICS USA, Inc., a respected name in automotive parts manufacturing. Through this collaboration, OTICS USA will integrate CADDi Drawer to streamline data access, enhance knowledge sharing, and reduce operational downtime across its Tennessee-based facilities in Morristown and Kodak.

OTICS USA faces industry-specific challenges related to data retrieval and knowledge retention. CADDi Drawer’s advanced features will provide powerful solutions for these issues, linking drawings across tools and machines and embedding valuable process knowledge into digital documents. By leveraging CADDi Drawer, OTICS USA aims to reduce time spent on low-value tasks, minimize machine downtime, and ensure that experience and expertise are passed on to newer team members efficiently.

“Integrating CADDi Drawer into our workflow marks a significant advancement in our efficiency," said Satoshi Yamamoto, Process Engineering Coordinator. "The platform enables precise, streamlined access to our Tooling data, reducing search times and enhancing product parts accuracy. This partnership is a natural extension of our commitment to continuous improvement, ensuring our team has the resources needed to uphold the high standards our customers expect." 

“CADDi is proud to support OTICS USA as they elevate their operational processes,” said Brian Thacker, Director of Customer Success. “Our technology empowers their team to access critical data with ease, bridge knowledge gaps, and focus on high-impact work—driving both immediate and long-term value.”

Founded in 2001 as the first U.S. subsidiary of Japan’s OTICS Corporation, OTICS USA has built a reputation for quality and innovation, supplying critical components like balance shafts, camshaft caps, fuel delivery pipes, and balance shaft housings to major automotive manufacturers. With multiple expansions and a recent Toyota Superior Quality Performance Award, OTICS USA continues to solidify its role as a reliable partner in the automotive supply chain.

With CADDi Drawer, OTICS USA is positioning itself to continue its legacy of quality and innovation while enhancing competitiveness in the fast-evolving automotive sector. The partnership underscores OTICS USA's commitment to a modernized approach in an industry that thrives on precision and reliability.

About CADDi

CADDi is a manufacturing intelligence software company with a mission to make design and supply chain data accessible and actionable for all teams. CADDi Drawer, the company’s flagship product, uses advanced AI to centralize and analyze essential production data, helping manufacturers improve their efficiency and quality. Named to Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies list in 2024, CADDi also won the 2024 SaaS Award for Best Business Intelligence and Engineering Management Software.

About OTICS USA, Inc.

OTICS USA, Inc. is a trusted provider of precision automotive parts, including balance shafts, camshaft caps, and fuel delivery pipes, for major automotive brands. With facilities in Morristown and Kodak, Tennessee, OTICS USA continues to expand and uphold high standards of quality, innovation, and operational excellence. Founded in 2001, OTICS USA is part of Japan’s OTICS Corporation, bringing cutting-edge technology and a dedication to continuous improvement to the U.S. automotive market.