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4KONICA
RIn the pre-press field, the
Konica Konsensus series is
widely considered synony-
mous with dependably pre-
cise color proofing, while in
the photofinishing field the
Konica Digital Minilab QD-21
System features the industry’s
fastest processing speeds.
Konica is in the vanguard of
digital imaging in the field of
medical diagnostics, while its
high-performance pick-up
lenses for optical disk drives
are supporting the develop-
ment of next-generation multi-
media equipment.
RWe have also used digital
technologies to increase the
enjoyment of photography.
The information and services
we provide over the Internet
are steadily growing in popu-
larity. We aim to use digital
technologies to pioneer new
amusements for both photo-
graphy enthusiasts and pro-
fessionals alike.
We Are Taking a
Global Perspective
in Strengthening
Consolidated
Management
The operating environment is
expected to remain extremely
harsh in fiscal 2000.
RRecent changes in Japa-
nese accounting standards
have turned attention toward
consolidated performance. In
response to these regulatory
changes, we began imple-
menting an internal company
system from July 1999. This
move will promote operating
flexibility by clarifying lines of
responsibility and increasing
the autonomy of business
divisions. Head office opera-
tions will be rationalized, with
an emphasis on strengthen-
ing strategic development
capabilities. In addition, we
aim to develop and incorpo-
rate new businesses into our
consolidated Group structure.
RIn the year ahead, we will
continue to stress the themes
of enjoyment and value in
developing innovative con-
sumer and industrial prod-
ucts. We will also maintain a
global perspective in planning
resource allocation and set-
ting management standards.
RWe thank our shareholders
for their continuing support
and look forward to strength-
ening our partnership in fiscal
2000.
August 1999
Tomiji Uematsu
President and
Chief Executive Officer