Dependence on Partner Companies and Outsourced Service Providers
First written in FY2016. 3 of 4 entries say "Mitigated", first in FY2020. Latest entry: FY2025.
The whole theme swung hardest in 2026: 13 of 64 companies on the "Worse" side.
17 other companies' latest entry also says "Mitigated".
- FY2025MitigatedAnnual report
「For 69 particularly important goods, including structural goods and goods certified by the Minister, involving 45 companies, we ask business partners to prepare contingency response plans (BCP plans).」
In response to the risk of dependence on partner companies and contractors, it asked suppliers covering 69 important goods and 45 companies to prepare BCP plans. - FY2022MitigatedAnnual report
「For goods procured on a concentrated basis, we generally enter into procurement contracts with at least 2 companies, except for certain goods with special specifications, performance or functions, and work to place orders and outsource work on a diversified basis.」
In response to the risk of dependence on partner companies and contractors, it expanded specific measures, including contracts with at least 2 companies as a general rule, multiple supply locations, substitute products and appropriate inventory levels. - FY2020MitigatedAnnual report
「To prevent such situations, the Group works to place orders and outsource work on a diversified basis rather than depend on any particular contractor.」
In response to the risk of dependence on partner companies and contractors, it explicitly identifies diversified ordering and outsourcing to avoid concentration on particular contractors. - FY2016First statedAnnual report
「If an unforeseen event occurs, such as an unexpected deterioration in the performance of a partner company or an accident that makes it impossible to continue operations, the provision of products and services may be delayed and claims for damages from customers may arise, potentially adversely affecting the business performance and other aspects of operations of the Group.」
It identifies continuity and quality risks arising from a business structure that places orders with external partner companies and contractors.