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O lympus’s operations, which began with microscopes in 1920 and
the wo rld’s first commercial gastrocamera in 1950, have a deep-
seated philosophy of playing a useful ro le in society, and this think-
ing is also in alignment with the tenets of CSR. The O lympus Group
Corpo rate Conduct Charter represents our commitment to ensure
CSR and accelerates our efforts to co ntribute to society. Participation
in the G lobal Co mpact was a natural extension of our corporate
philosophy.
In April 2004, O lympus established the CSR and Brand Strategy
Department to comprehensively o versee cross-sectional effo rts to
promote CSR and strengthen brand recognition.
Although o ur performance in fiscal 2005 is a cause for concern
to our stakeholders, including shareholders, customers, suppliers,
and employees, we are driving forward restructuring with the
single-minded purpose of meeting your expectations for the future.
June 2005
Tsuyoshi Kikukawa
President
O LYMPUS 20 05 9
“The O lympus Group
Corporate Conduct Charter
represents our commitment
to ensure CSR and acceler-
ates our efforts to contribute
to society.”