Corporate Social Responsibility
CSR
CSR Compliance, Social Contribution Activities and Risk Management
CSR is positioned as priority corporate social responsibility (CSR) actions for the Toyota Boshoku group based on our corporate philosophy, the TB Way and the Toyota Boshoku group code of conduct We strongly promote initiatives for stakeholders as a global enterprise.
Our global CSR Committee promotes CSR activities around the world by formulating policies for group-wide CSR efforts, developing activities, following up on their progress, deliberating and evaluating priority action items for implementation.
Compliance
Compliance with Competition Laws
Toyota Boshoku established the Company Policy on competition laws, in which we clearly declared that the Company will not tolerate any behavior violating competition laws and Toyota Boshoku members will not commit any violations, with this declaration being shared globally.
Toyota Boshoku prepared a compliance manual and conducts training globally that includes training for executive officers and relevant departments while related internal rules have also been created at each site. The Company is therefore deepening understanding of its stance toward competition laws, which includes verifying operating conditions, and of cautionary points in conducting business operations. In addition, the Antitrust Law Compliance Rules were established mainly to regulate information exchange with competitors and this forms part of a structure to prevent violations.
Compliance
Compliance with Competition Laws
Toyota Boshoku established the Company Policy on competition laws, in which we clearly declared that the Company will not tolerate any behavior violating competition laws and Toyota Boshoku members will not commit any violations, with this declaration being shared globally.
Toyota Boshoku prepared a compliance manual and conducts training globally that includes training for executive officers and relevant departments while related internal rules have also been created at each site. The Company is therefore deepening understanding of its stance toward competition laws, which includes verifying operating conditions, and of cautionary points in conducting business operations. In addition, the Antitrust Law Compliance Rules were established mainly to regulate information exchange with competitors and this forms part of a structure to prevent violations.
Comprehensive Efforts Toward Anti-bribery
The Toyota Boshoku group has prepared the Anti-bribery Guideline, thereby making efforts to increase understanding of regulations in respective countries related to preventing corruption such as bribery and establishing a framework for compliance. The compliance status of the guideline is inspected globally on a regular basis and the guideline, and its implementation are continuously improved, if necessary.
Education and Awareness Raising
Toyota Boshoku provides compliance training on topics such as the Toyota Boshoku Group Guiding Principles, the basic Personal Data Protection Law, and the Security Export Control Law through both e-learning and in-person formats for newly hired employees and current company members. Additionally, specialists are invited to conduct in-depth training sessions for relevant departments on key compliance areas such as competition laws.
Compliance with export control
The Toyota Boshoku group promotes activities in compliance with the Security Export Compliance Program (Export CP) in order to appropriately implement security export control aimed at maintaining international peace and security. This includes making decisions on whether or not products and machinery equipment exported overseas, and engineering information such as technical drawings and production technology supplied outside Japan, comply with laws and regulations related to security export control.
Activities in Corporate Ethics Month
Every year, we have Toyota Boshoku Global Corporate Ethics Month on a global basis with participation by all members. During this month, efforts are made to enhance ethics mind through various activities such as confirming our corporate philosophy and the Toyota Boshoku Group Guiding Principles and reviewing members’ behavior internally and externally.
Establishing and operating whistleblowing system
Toyota Boshoku Group places great importance on every voice. We welcome suggestions, concerns, and whistleblowing reports regarding any inappropriate or unethical conduct. This channel reflects our commitment to creating a safe, fair, and transparent working environment for all. Your feedback helps us grow stronger, and we ensure that all information will be handled with care, confidentiality, and integrity.
In addition, Toyota Boshoku Group is firmly committed to operating whistleblowing system in full compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. We investigate and address all whistleblowing reports sincerely and transparently, as part of our ongoing effort to build trust and credibility with our stakeholders, customers, and members.
Risk Management
Toyota Boshoku Group has established a comprehensive global risk management system led by the Chief Risk Officer (CRO).
The system is designed to swiftly respond to various risks, including:
Risk Management System and associated activities
- Management and Operational Risks
- Disasters and accidents
- Environmental Risks (e.g., global warming, water-related issues)
- Corruption-related Risks (e.g., bribery, cartels, and conflicts of interest)
- Social Reputational Risks
Toyota Boshoku prioritizes risk management to prevent crises and protect lives.
Key Principles Include:
- Prevention: Identify, assess and mitigate risks early
- Safety First: The protection of human life is the highest priority.
- Rapid Response: Centralize information, investigate causes, and act swiftly
- Communication: Communicate openly to maintain public trust
Social Contribution
We aim to realise corporate growth while fulfilling our responsibility in harmony with society as a good corporate citizen while contributing to society through manufacturing. In order to meet the expectations and trust of all stakeholders, we comply with laws, regulations and ethics and promote activities based on corporate social responsibility (CSR) in everything we do.
As “a trusted company that grows together with all stakeholders”. Toyota Boshoku Asia will grow with in harmony with society thorough reinforcement of risk management as well as building good relationships with all stakeholders and contributing to local communities.