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1. Establishment of the AOTS Alumni Society in Colombia.
2. Management Training in Japan (Subsidized program).
3. “Papatto Cloud”-New Service from AOTS Japan.
4. Insight: Thoughts on the Management Philosophy of Various Japanese Companies.
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1. Establishment of the AOTS Alumni Society in Colombia.
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We are happy to announce that the AOTS Alumni Society (AAS) in Colombia has been newly established.
The representative of the AAS-Colombia is Mr. Juan Carlos Frias Huertas, who participated in an AOTS management course in FY1990 for the first time and twice more in 2023, leading two groups of businessmen to study in AOTS Japan.
All Colombian ex-participants of AOTS training are encouraged to join the AAS Colombia.
Contact address: [email protected] .
Subscribe to LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/compa
The AAS network currently extends to 45 countries and 74 locations in the world.
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2. Management Training in Japan (Subsidized program).
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FY2024 Management Training Programs in Japan will be disclosed soon!
The latest information will be updated on the AOTS website (https://www.aots.jp/en/what-w
We are currently open applications to the following 3 courses. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity!
(1) The Executive Program on Corporate Management [EPCM].
Widen your perspectives and upgrade your performance as an executive through high level discussions utilizing the Case Method.
Duration: From 24 July to 6 August 2024.
Place: AOTS Tokyo Kenshu Center (Adachi-ku, Tokyo, Japan).
How to apply: Applications will be accepted via AOTS Alumni Societies. See the Program Outline for details.
(2)The Program on Business Innovation and Organization Development [BIOD].
Improve the participants’ leadership skills required to create business innovation and promote organizational climate reforms that will lead to business innovation.
Duration: From 24 July to 6 August 2024.
Place: AOTS Kansai Kenshu Center (Osaka-shi, Osaka, Japan).
How to apply: Applications will be accepted via AOTS Alumni Societies. See the Program Outline for details.
(3)The Program on Information and Communication Technology Utilization to Overcome DX-related Strategic Management Challenges [PICT].
Participants will learn about the concepts and methods of DX and the transformation of business models being developed in Japanese companies, and will learn how to formulate ICT utilization strategies in their own companies.
Duration: From 4 September to 17 September 2024.
Place: AOTS Tokyo Kenshu Center (Adachi-ku, Tokyo, Japan).
How to apply: Applications will be accepted via AOTS Alumni Societies. See the Program Outline for details.
Please visit AOTS website for more info.
https://www.aots.jp/en/what-we
FAQ for Management Programs.
https://www.aots.jp/en/what-we
Inquiry: AOTS Overseas Cooperation Group I
E-mail: [email protected]
Tel: +81-(0)3-3888-8256
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3. “Papatto Cloud”-New Service from AOTS Japan.
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We’re delighted to inform you about the launch of our newest service, crafted specifically for foreign companies seeking opportunities in Japan.
Our team is now offering “Papatto Cloud” which could support to create customized sales client lists to support your entry and expansion strategies in the Japanese market.
If there are any companies which would like to step in the Japanese market or expand their business in Japan, take advantage of this new service and let us help your companies pave the way for success-reach out to us!
https://papatto.aots.jp/
In addition to “Papatto Cloud,” we can also provide support for your sales activities in the Japanese market for sales purposes, e.g. to make specific appointments with Japanese companies and desired department.
Inquiry: AOTS Project Promotion Group
Email: [email protected]
Papatto Cloud: https://papatto.aots.jp/
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4. Insight: Thoughts on the Management Philosophy of Various Japanese Companies.
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Thoughts on the Management Philosophy of Various Japanese Companies – April 2024
Katsuhiko Wakabayashi established Hardlock Industry Co., Ltd. in April 1974.
It’s been exactly 50 years this April when this E-Newsletter is delivered.
Today, the Hardlock Nut (or HLN) is used in various industries such as railroads, mining, and construction, as well as for medical devices, sport equipment including F1 cars and bobsleds, musical instruments used by music artists, golf equipment, and many other applications.
This is because, as I mentioned in the previous edition, the HLN, known as the “fasteners that never come loose,” has become something like a sanctuary in times of trouble.
Wakabayashi had a desire to bring happiness to people with his inventions.
To make his desire a reality and keep it alive, he felt that each and every one of his employees should also have the spirit of altruism and that the whole company should be united as one team.
Then, he presented his belief to his employees in the form of the code of conduct, “SUJ.”
It is an acronym for a Japanese phrase, Sunao-ni Uketome Jikkou.
If you are not familiar with the Japanese language, let me explain in detail what it means.
“Sunao” has the same meaning as a “Sunao Mind,” one of the philosophical thoughts advocated by Konosuke Matsushita, Panasonic’s founder.
The literature on Konosuke Matsushita’s philosophical quotes describes a “Sunao Mind” as follows:
Having a sunao (untrapped or open) mind means being tolerant without selfishness, being open to the teachings of others, and being able to find joy in any circumstances.
“Uketome” literally means “to accept.” It can be interpreted as “to accept what society expects of you and understand your true mission.”
“Jikkou” means “to move into action,” and it should be interpreted as “to achieve it with tenacity.”
In other words, “SUJ,” as advocated by Wakabayashi, means “to have an open mind, understand your true mission, and achieve it with tenacity,” in my opinion.
Of these three types of attitudes, “sunao” is the most important attitude.
People often fail to make fair and impartial decisions because they are gripped by a sense of laziness, obsession, or selfishness.
Wakabayashi believed that overcoming such mindset and maintaining an unbiased “sunao” mind was a shortcut to success, and he also hoped that his employees would always adhere to this view.
That’s why it is Hardlock Industry’s policy to accept their customers’ requests, which, at first glance, may seem impossible to fulfill, and make efforts to satisfy the requests before rejecting them altogether.
To be continued in the next edition.
Stay tuned for the next AOTS E-Newsletter.
Rikio Suma, Author
