• Risks related to issues like quality and safety management, stemming from evolving consumer values, the departure of skilled employees due to organizational culture, and challenges in recruiting and retaining them, along with cybersecurity threats such as virus infections and unauthorized access, can also affect other risk areas.
  To foster trust with all stakeholders, we provide quarterly reports of risk events to the Internal Control Committee and actively encourage effective risk management practices.
• Recognizing not only threats but also opportunities, we have established appropriate frameworks beyond our CSR department to ensure an agile and proactive risk response.
• To prepare for major disasters or disruptions to communication infrastructure that could hinder business continuity, we have developed a Business Continuity Plan (BCP) with clearly defined recovery time objectives.
• We conduct regular training and awareness programs to ensure an appropriate response in accordance with the BCP in the event of a disaster. We also periodically revise the BCP based on the knowledge gained from these exercises.

• In accordance with all applicable laws and regulations, we maintain strict quality control throughout our procurement activities to ensure customers can use our products with confidence.
• We promptly address external feedback on our products and services, sharing all “Customer Voice” records internally to improve responses, prevent recurrence, and support future product development.

• We act with integrity and adhere to principles of information ethics.
• We act with integrity and adhere to principles of information ethics.By encouraging each employee to take responsibility according to these ethical standards, we aim to enhance the information security of our entire company.
• We aim to cultivate a strong sense of ethics among employees and establish a workplace environment free from defamation, slander, and privacy violations.
• We understand and comply with copyright laws, taking precautions to prevent infringement.

• This law prohibits practices such as misrepresenting raw materials or exaggerating benefits to mislead consumers.
• We do not disseminate misleading information that may potentially deceive consumers, such as the mislabeling of meat brands or the promotion of unsubstantiated benefits associated with health supplements.

• We aim to create a comfortable environment for both our business partners and employees by establishing a basic policy on customer harassment. Through this policy, we work to ensure a workplace where employees can perform their duties with confidence and peace of mind.
• We are dedicated to implementing measures that prevent incidents of sexual harassment, as well as harassment related to pregnancy and childcare.
• We provide appropriate support for victims and proactively pursue initiatives to prevent recurrence.

• We report any incidents involving the leakage of personal information to the relevant authorities and notify affected individuals in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. Confidential and personal information obtained through business transactions is appropriately managed and protected.
• We also require our business partners to comply with clearly defined rules for handling confidential and personal information. When outsourcing important processes, we enter into contracts only after confirming the partner's information security management framework and ensuring appropriate security measures are in place.
  To strengthen internal awareness, we provide employees with regular online training to enhance their understanding of personal information protection and information security. Training for new graduates and mid‑career hires is also incorporated into onboarding programs to ensure early understanding of the importance of safeguarding personal information and maintaining robust information‑security practices.

・Establishing an Internal Control System

Chief Responsible Officer

The President and Chief Executive Officer exercises overall oversight of the company’s governance and control framework.

Office of Internal Audit

Performs regular independent monitoring to verify and assess internal controls.

All Divisions

Offer guidance and support for improvement efforts based on evaluations.

CSR Division

Facilitates the execution of improvement initiatives.

・Internal Control Committee

With the President and Chief Executive Officer serving as Chair, the committee works to improve the effectiveness of the internal control system in response to changes in the business environment, thereby ensuring the appropriateness, efficiency, and effectiveness of operations and supporting the maintenance and enhancement of corporate value.