Strengthening R&D through open innovation and model-based development
First written in FY2018. 2 of 3 entries say "Advanced", first in FY2019. Latest entry: FY2026.
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- FY2026AdvancedAnnual report
「Total R&D expenses for the consolidated fiscal year were ¥13,473 million, equivalent to 4.1% of consolidated net sales.」
R&D expenses were ¥13,473 million, or 4.1% of net sales. In directed research, the priority areas are direct current and high frequency, power chemitronics, and digital twin O&M. - FY2019AdvancedAnnual report
「We are also promoting open innovation, including collaboration with start-ups by leveraging our U.S. Silicon Valley office. Internally, we solicit ideas for new businesses and undertake activities to develop them into future businesses.」
The company is implementing collaboration with start-ups through its Silicon Valley office and internal solicitation of ideas, thereby translating its open innovation activities into specific initiatives. - FY2018First statedAnnual report
「To accelerate R&D, we will work to introduce new methods such as front-loading design and model-based development. At the same time, we will promote open innovation by leveraging the Silicon Valley office and further strengthening collaboration with external research institutions.」
The company identifies front-loading design, model-based development, the Silicon Valley office and collaboration with external research institutions as measures to improve the speed and creative output of R&D.