Risk of declining competitiveness due to delays in digitalization
First written in FY2020. 3 of 4 entries say "Mitigated", first in FY2021. Latest entry: FY2025.
The whole theme swung hardest in 2025: 1 of 8 companies on the "Worse" side.
2 other companies' latest entry also says "Mitigated".
- FY2025MitigatedAnnual report
「In July 2025, we launched the Otsuka Digital Academy, a cross-functional talent development platform, and are systematically promoting initiatives to develop leaders responsible for digitalization and improve digital literacy among all employees.」
As a response to the risk of declining competitiveness due to delays in digitalization, it established a platform for developing digital talent. - FY2023MitigatedAnnual report
「We conduct pilot projects and apply digital technologies in practice in a range of areas, from research and production divisions to smartphone applications for patients.」
We continue pilot projects in research, production and patient applications, training in AI, machine learning and IoT, and the sharing of successful case studies in response to the risk of delays in digital transformation. - FY2021MitigatedAnnual report
「We conduct pilot projects and apply digital technologies in practice in a range of areas, from research and production to smartphone applications for patients.」
As measures against delays in digitalization, it describes pilot projects in research, production and patient applications, as well as training and the sharing of case studies relating to AI, machine learning and IoT. - FY2020First statedAnnual report
「If the Group's policies for digitalization and related support measures are not appropriately implemented, digitalization may be delayed at the Group's operating companies, preventing them from securing a competitive advantage or expanding market share, which could materially affect the Group's performance and financial position.」
It newly identifies delays in digitalization as a standalone material risk affecting competitive advantage, market share and performance.