Obsolescence of manufacturing technology and the emergence of technology offering comparable precision
First written in FY2019. 2 of 4 entries say "Restated". Latest entry: FY2026.
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- FY2026SoftenedAnnual report
「Achieving precision exceeding that of this technology is considered extremely difficult.」
The risk relating to a new manufacturing method offering comparable precision remains, but the wording has changed from “physically impossible” to “considered extremely difficult.” - FY2022RestatedAnnual report
「As of the date of filing this document, there has been no change in this situation. However, if a new manufacturing method capable of achieving a level of precision comparable to that of the company’s manufacturing method is established in the future, although it is physically impossible to exceed the precision of this technology, the company could be affected on the pricing front, which could affect the business and results of operations of the group.」
While stating that there has been no change at present in 1-nanometer-level manufacturing and measurement technology, the company continues to identify the risk of pricing impact from a new manufacturing method offering comparable precision. - FY2020RestatedAnnual report
「However, if a new manufacturing method capable of achieving a level of precision comparable to that of the company’s manufacturing method is established in the future, although it is physically impossible to exceed the precision of this technology, the company could be affected on the pricing front, which could affect its business and results of operations.」
The risk of price competition arising from the establishment of a new manufacturing method offering comparable precision remains. - FY2019First statedAnnual report
「However, if a new manufacturing method capable of achieving a level of precision comparable to that of the company’s manufacturing method is established in the future, although it is physically impossible to exceed the precision of this technology, the company could be affected on the pricing front, which could affect its business and results of operations.」
Based on 1-nanometer-level precision using EEM, RADSI and MSI, the company identifies the potential pricing impact of establishing a new manufacturing method offering comparable precision as a new risk.