NEC Corporation (TSE: 6701) has been named to the list of Top 100 Global Innovators™ 2024 by Clarivate Plc., which selects companies and organizations that “sit at the very top of the global innovation ecosystem, with the most consistent above-the-bar innovation performance.” This is the 13th* consecutive year that NEC has been selected for the award.
Clarivate is one of the world’s largest database companies, serving more than 45,000 government and academic institutions, corporations, and law firms in more than 200 countries and territories. The Clarivate Top 100 Global Innovators 2024 is an award presented to companies and organizations that have filed at least 100 patents in the last five years, and who are evaluated and ranked based on Clarivate’s proprietary data, as well as the following four factors: Influence, Success, Investment, and Rarity.In addition to strengthening intellectual property in technology areas that drive growth businesses, NEC is actively using its intellectual property for advancing co-creation with stakeholders. Going forward, NEC will continue to create new social value by utilizing intellectual property.
*Only 18 organizations in the world have been selected for this award for 13 consecutive years.ShareNEC’s intellectual property activities.
URL: https://www.nec.com/en/global/intellectual-property/index.html Top 100 Global Innovators 2024: https://clarivate.com/top-100-innovators/ Clarivate Press Release: https://clarivate.com/newsroom/
About NEC CorporationNEC Corporation has established itself as a leader in the integration of IT and network technologies while promoting the brand statement of “Orchestrating a brighter world.” NEC enables businesses and communities to adapt to rapid changes taking place in both society and the market as it provides for the social values of safety, security, fairness and efficiency to promote a more sustainable world where everyone has the chance to reach their full potential. For more information, visit NEC at https://www.nec.com.
NEC Corporation (NEC; TSE: 6701) has been recognized for leadership in corporate sustainability by global environmental non-profit CDP(1), securing a place on its prestigious “A List” five years in a row for tackling climate change, as well as acting to protect water security.
NEC has set forth a policy for “Living harmoniously with the earth to secure the future” under the NEC 2030VISION and positioned decarbonization as a priority management theme, materiality, from an ESG perspective. While working on the Mid-term Management Plan 2025, NEC is striving to provide solutions that contribute to realizing a decarbonized society, responding to global warming, and guaranteeing food and water security.
In climate change mitigation NEC is working to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions throughout its supply chain by FY2040. NEC has also proposed “Adaptation Finance”(2) together with its global partners and is promoting its implementation in society. Implementing disaster prevention and mitigation measures for the ever-increasing number of weather-related disasters will reduce the damage caused by disasters. By calculating the effect of this damage reduction and converting its value into a financial product, we can change the flow of funds. Through this mechanism, we are working to realize a resilient society.
In the field of natural capital, which needs to be addressed together with climate change, NEC published the first Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD) report in the Japanese IT industry in July 2023 in response to the accelerating global trend toward valuing and visualizing biodiversity and natural capital.(3).
Going forward, NEC will continue to contribute to solving environmental issues, including climate change measures, water security and natural capital through the use of ICT.
(1)CDP is an international non-profit organization in which investors, companies, cities, nations, and regions operate a global information disclosure system to manage environmental impacts. Nearly 24,000 organizations around the world disclosed data through CDP in 2023, including more than 23,000 companies worth two thirds of global market capitalization, and over 1,100 cities, states and regions. (2)Adaptation Finance: A financial mechanism to accelerate the flow of funds into disaster prevention and mitigation measures by visualizing in advance with DX technology the economic losses and environmental impacts (future CO2 emissions during reconstruction) that are expected to be reduced through disaster prevention and mitigation as quantitative and monetary values. It aims to realize a new IT platform that closely links the risk mitigation effects of disaster prevention measures with premiums for investment, loans, and insurance-related products. (3) NEC publishes the first Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD) report in the Japanese IT industry, created using the TNFD Beta v0.4 framework.
NEC’s approach to biodiversity www.nec.com/en/global/csr/eco/life.html.
About NEC CorporationNEC Corporation has established itself as a leader in the integration of IT and network technologies while promoting the brand statement of “Orchestrating a brighter world.” NEC enables businesses and communities to adapt to rapid changes taking place in both society and the market as it provides for the social values of safety, security, fairness and efficiency to promote a more sustainable world where everyone has the chance to reach their full potential. For more information, visit NEC at https://www.nec.com.
Odin Industries LLC proudly announces the appointment of its CEO, Ryan Hawley, to the National Small Business Association (NSBA) Leadership Council for Economic Development. This prestigious appointment recognizes Hawley’s commitment to driving economic growth and fostering innovation within the small business community.
As a distinguished member of the NSBA Leadership Council, Ryan Hawley brings a wealth of experience and insight to the table. His dedication to empowering small businesses and advocating for policies that promote economic prosperity aligns seamlessly with the NSBA’s mission to support and represent America’s small business owners.
“I am honored to join the NSBA Leadership Council for Economic Development,” said Ryan Hawley, CEO of Odin Industries LLC. “I am committed to leveraging this platform to champion the interests of small businesses and drive initiatives that foster sustainable economic growth. Together with the NSBA, we will work tirelessly to ensure that small businesses have the resources and support they need to thrive.”
In his role on the NSBA Leadership Council, Ryan Hawley will collaborate with fellow council members to identify key economic challenges facing small businesses and develop strategies to address them effectively. His expertise in financial services and entrepreneurial leadership will be instrumental in shaping policies and initiatives that promote a vibrant small business ecosystem.
“We are thrilled to welcome Ryan Hawley to the NSBA Leadership Council for Economic Development,” said Todd McCracken, President of the NSBA. “His passion for small business advocacy and his track record of success make him a valuable addition to our council. We look forward to working closely with Ryan to advance policies that empower small businesses and drive economic prosperity.”
Ryan Hawley’s appointment to the NSBA Leadership Council underscores Odin Industries LLC’s commitment to fostering economic development and supporting small businesses across the nation. Through collaborative efforts and strategic initiatives, Hawley and the NSBA will work to create an environment where small businesses can thrive, innovate, and succeed.
For media inquiries or further information, please contact: Ryan Hawley CEO Odin Industries LLC 305-873-7371 Ryan@odinindustriesllc.com
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TOKYO, Dec 11, 2023 – (JCN Newswire) – Olympus Corporation (Olympus), a global MedTech company committed to making people’s lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling, today announced that it has been selected for inclusion in the 2023 Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI World) and the 2023 Dow Jones Sustainability Asia Pacific Index (DJSI Asia Pacific), both among the most globally recognized corporate sustainability indices. Olympus has been named to the DJSI World for three consecutive years and DJSI Asia Pacific for five.
The Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI) are corporate sustainability evaluation indices for environmental, social, and governance (ESG) investment. Jointly developed by S&P Dow Jones Indices and RobecoSAM, the DJSI tracks the financial performances of leading companies according to ESG criteria. These indices are updated annually to include companies with excellent corporate sustainability practices.
In 2023, 321 companies were selected as DJSI World members from approximately 2,500 companies worldwide in 62 industry sectors, and 156 companies were selected as DJSI Asia Pacific members from approximately 600 companies assessed in the region. Olympus is one of only 7 out of 76 companies to have been included in the DJSI World Health Care Equipment & Supplies sector. In addition to “Human Rights,” “Health Outcome Contribution,” and “Environmental Policy & Management Systems,” Olympus was recognized this year with improved scores in the areas of “Talent Attraction & Retention” through enhanced employee support programs, and “Corporate Governance” with an increased ratio of female directors. In addition to the DJSI World and Asia Pacific, Olympus was also named to the FTSE4Good Index Series and FTSE Blossom Japan Index.
Comment from Yasuo Takeuchi, Olympus Director, Representative Executive Officer, and Executive Chairman and ESG Officer:
“Olympus has incorporated the concept of ESG into our corporate strategy toward the realization of Our Purpose of “making people’s lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling” and is actively developing various initiatives. We are very pleased to have been selected by DJSI World for the third consecutive year, as we consider this a recognition of our efforts. Olympus will continue to deliver innovations that only we can create and contribute to helping our stakeholders, including our employees, solve challenges.”
ESG Initiatives
For more information on Olympus’ ESG initiatives, please refer to its Integrated Report 2023 and the Sustainability page on its website.
About Olympus
At Olympus, we are committed to Our Purpose of making people’s lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling. As a global medical technology company, we partner with healthcare professionals to provide best-in-class solutions and services for early detection, diagnosis and minimally invasive treatment, aiming to improve patient outcomes by elevating the standard of care in targeted disease states. For more than 100 years, Olympus has pursued a goal of contributing to society by producing products designed with the purpose of delivering optimal outcomes for its customers around the world. For more information, visit https://www.olympus-global.com/ and follow our global X account: @Olympus_Corp.
NEC Corporation (NEC TSE: 6701) has been named among the 2023 Asia IP Elite by Intellectual Asset Management (IAM), a world-renowned intellectual property (IP) media platform run by UK-based Law Business Research Limited since 2003.
The Asia IP Elite is a list published by IAM annually to evaluate companies and organizations from a quantitative and qualitative perspective and recognize those that excel in creating value in intellectual property. The list includes companies that place their IP strategy at the heart of their business, generate continuous value from their IP, and constantly update their IP strategy. This year, 88 companies in Asia were selected*1 and honored at the awards ceremony held at IPBC Asia 2023*2 on November 29 in Tokyo. NEC has been featured in the list for the ninth consecutive time since 2013*3. This is a clear recognition of NEC’s outstanding global intellectual property activities. To realize the NEC 2030Vision*4, NEC is particularly strengthening its intellectual property in the technological areas that will drive growth businesses and create the next pillars of growth. NEC also regards intellectual property as an important management resource for enhancing business competitiveness and business stability, as well as co-creation with customers and partners. For this reason, NEC is pursuing the strengthening and utilization of not only patents and know-how, but also the design rights and trademark rights that support its global brands.
(1) About the 2023 Asia IP Elite: www.iam-media.com/article/iams-2023-asia-ip-elite-revealed (2) About IPBC Asia 2023: https://ipbc.iam-media.com/event/4c6c270b-9da4-432b-8cbf-749539f5f003/summary (3) Canceled in 2020 and 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. (4) NEC 2030VISION: https://www.nec.com/en/global/about/vision/index.html
About NEC CorporationNEC Corporation has established itself as a leader in the integration of IT and network technologies while promoting the brand statement of “Orchestrating a brighter world.” NEC enables businesses and communities to adapt to rapid changes taking place in both society and the market as it provides for the social values of safety, security, fairness and efficiency to promote a more sustainable world where everyone has the chance to reach their full potential. For more information, visit NEC at https://www.nec.com.
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