Product Obsolescence Driven by Technological Innovation
First written in FY2016. 1 of 3 entries say "Mitigated", first in FY2025. Latest entry: FY2025.
The whole theme swung hardest in 2026: 28 of 57 companies on the "Worse" side.
6 other companies' latest entry also says "Mitigated".
- FY2025MitigatedAnnual report
「To avoid being affected by trends in any particular business, the Group is engaged in research and development of new technologies and products based on its “Three New Activities,” as well as investment in the related facilities. In line with the Group policy of placing ESG at the center of management, it is also concentrating resources on themes eligible for its independently established “PlanetFlagsTM/HumanFlagsTM.” The products developed through these efforts are protected by strengthened intellectual property management, which creates and maintains barriers to entry.」
The response to obsolescence risk was specified as the Three New Activities, research and development and capital investment, concentrated investment in candidate contribution products, and the creation of barriers to entry through intellectual property. - FY2021Specific measures to address obsolescence riskAnnual report
「To avoid being affected by trends in any particular business, the Group is engaged in research and development of new technologies and products based on its “Three New Activities,” as well as investment in the related facilities. It is also working to strengthen intellectual property management and create barriers to entry.」
The response to product obsolescence due to technological innovation was specified as the Three New Activities, research and development and capital investment, and intellectual property management. - FY2016First statedAnnual report
「Products of the Group may suddenly become obsolete unexpectedly due to new technologies or products developed by competitors. If such a situation arises, it may affect future performance.」
In fields subject to intense demands for technological innovation and cost competitiveness, obsolescence caused by competitors' technologies is identified as a risk.