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I want HOYA to move upward to the next level in terms of the effective use of
human resources who have global-class capabilities and in terms of the use of
IT.
One of the roles of outside directors is to give advice and raise questions that are
not constrained by stereotypes in the Company. In the HOYA Board of Directors’
meetings, discussions are extremely open and straightforward, and sharp
questions are raised following explanations by persons in charge of various
businesses. These discussions are based on specialized knowledge and
experience gained through long years of business experience. Discussions with
the aim of attaining continuing growth are quite logical and active, while also
giving rise to a sense of positive tension. I also have the feeling that the executive
officers are listening sincerely and attentively to the opinions of the outside
directors.
Another role of the outside directors is to monitor the activities of top
management from the point of view of the shareholders. The directors have been
elected by the shareholders, and, as members of the Board of Directors, which performs an overall management
function, the directors observe and make judgments about the operation of the Company with an eye contributing
to its survival and prosperity.
HOYA’s businesses are growing and it always takes strong action in dealing with weak areas. For HOYA to
continue to grow, it must establish a strong, dominant position in the IT field and, in the Life Care field, it must
accurately identify the markets where it will focus, differentiate its products and services, and build a strong, solid
presence. To do this, it will be important to draw on top-quality human resources from around the world. HOYA
employees hail from many countries around the world, and I believe that the active interchange of personnel
across business segments, including executive personnel, will be necessary. We hold ongoing discussions about
how to make the most-effective use of personnel.
Furthermore, as business become increasingly global, using IT actively to gather data from around the world
instantaneously, sharing information through making IT platforms compatible, and clarifying business processes
will be important issues to generate a sense of speed in the organization. The world’s global corporations are
placing strong emphasis on these areas, but I think HOYA has room for improvement in this area.
I am confident that HOYA will continue to growth as a company and respond to my expectations.
Yukako Uchinaga
Outside Director
Messages from the Outside Directors
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