Industrial Visit to JK Tyres, Mysore

St. Philomena’s College (Autonomous), Mysore

Department of Business Administration

Industrial Visit ReportJK Tyre & Industries Ltd., Mysuru

Date of Visit: 14 August 2025

Table of Contents

1. Introduction & Objectives
2. Company Profile
3. Brand Innovations & Strategic Vision
4. Plant Tour Highlights
5. Manufacturing Insights
6. Business Functions
7. Key Learnings
8. Conclusion
9. Suggestions & Recommendations

1. Introduction & Objectives

The industrial visit to JK Tyre’s Vikrant Tyre Plant in Mysuru was designed to immerse students in the practical realities of manufacturing and business operations. Objectives included:

• Understanding tyre production lifecycle
• Observing plant operations and inventory systems
• Exploring R&D and innovation strategies
• Linking academic theory with industrial practice

2. Company Profile: JK Tyre & Industries Ltd.

• Global Reach: JK Tyre operates in over 110 key markets across six continents, supported by 12 manufacturing plants—9 in India and 3 in Mexico.
• Sustainability Leadership: JK Tyre developed a Passenger Car Radial (PCR) tyre using 80% sustainable, recycled, and renewable materials, making it the first company in India to achieve this milestone.
• EV-Ready Innovation: The company has launched a dedicated lineup of tyres for electric vehicles (EVs), showcasing its commitment to future mobility solutions.
• JK Assure Program: A customer-centric initiative that guarantees safety and reliability throughout every journey, reinforcing the brand’s promise of “Total Control”.
• Smart Tyres & Puncture Guard: JK Tyre offers self-healing tyres with puncture guard technology and smart tyres that integrate digital monitoring for enhanced performance.

3. Brand Innovations & Strategic Vision

• Global Presence: Operations in over 110 countries across six continents
• Sustainable Manufacturing: Developed India’s first PCR tyre using 80% sustainable materials
• EV-Ready Tyres: Launched a dedicated range for electric vehicles
• Smart Tyres: Offers digital monitoring and puncture guard technology
• JK Assure Program: A customer-centric initiative ensuring safety and reliability

4. Plant Tour Highlights

• Welcome & Briefing
• Administration & Central Lab
• Production Zone Walkthrough
• R&D Centre Insights

5. Manufacturing Insights

Production Workflow:

• Mixing/Compound Preparation
• Extrusion
• Dipping & Calendaring
• Assembly & Molding
• Inspection & Dispatch

Inventory Management:

• Centralized stores for raw materials, parts, and finished goods
• FIFO method for stock rotation
• Central procurement and supply chain oversight Automation:

• 14 robots (“Adam”) integrated since 2003
• Enhancing precision, safety, and efficiency

6. Business Functions

• Finance & Administration
• Logistics & Supply Chain
• R&D and Innovation
• Quality Assurance
• CSR Initiatives

7. Key Learnings

• Seamless integration of automation
• Strategic emphasis on R&D
• Streamlined business processes
• Global logistics and compliance exposure
• Holistic approach including CSR and sustainability

8. Conclusion

The visit offered a rich learning experience, bridging academic theory with industrial practice. Students gained insights into manufacturing, business operations, and strategic innovation, reinforcing classroom concepts with real-world relevance.