In the context of business globalization and the increasing ratio of B2B (business-to-business) transactions, it is imperative for Fujifilm Group to fulfill its corporate social responsibility (CSR) as a fundamental part of its corporate philosophy while reinforcing corporate strength and facilitating structural reforms. For this purpose, Fujifilm Group has introduced the IMS*1 to integrate our business processes with CSR activities and ensure that the management's intentions are reflected in our business processes and achieve the desired business outcomes. By re-evaluating our business from the stakeholders' perspective, we are promoting the continuous improvement of our business through various initiatives such as enhancing business quality and the mitigation of environmental impact risks.
The Fujifilm Group utilizes IMS at nine IMS Activity Units to drive activities forward and enhance customer satisfaction. Therefore, considering the viability of integrating additional useful systems, we will seek to make a comparatively wider use of IMS.
*1 IMS stands for an integrated management system, which comprises multiple types of management systems, including the EMS (environmental management system), QMS (quality management system), OHSAS (occupational health and safety assessment system), and the ISMS (information security management system).
Introduction of IMS activities
From its head office, in 2004, FUJIFILM Headquarter launched its effort to build an integrated management system (IMS) to operate the quality management system (QMS) and the environmental management system (EMS) in an integrated way. As a result, we obtained IMS Certification in 2006. Subsequently, we extended the IMS to production units and Group companies, where QMS and EMS activities were conducted separately. Currently, Fujifilm Group has nine IMS Activity Units (please see the table). We are also integrating the information security management system (ISMS) and the occupational health and safety assessment system (OHSAS) into the IMS to expand the scope of integration in ways that are suitable to the characteristics of each organization.
The Fujifilm Group is evolving and operating its IMS not only to meet ISO requirements but also to make practical use of the IMS as a tool for innovative changes and business transformation.
Overview of Fujifilm Group's IMS Activity Units (as of August 2024)
| IMS Activity Unit | Company/Division participating | No. of employees involved in activity | Year of IMS Certification ob | Features |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUJIFILM Headquarter IMS | FUJIFILM Holdings/ FUJIFILM Headquarter site・Omiya Office/Group companies | Approx. 5300 | 2006 | The largest IMS population among all the business locations in Japan, with participation of Headquarter and sales/production subsidiaries. Operating under 5-Systems Integrated Manual consisting of QMS, EMS, OHSMS, ISMS and Complaint-Response MS. |
| FUJIFILM Kanagawa IMS | FUJIFILM Kanagawa Factory/Laboratory/Group companies | Approx. 3200 | 2009 | The largest IMS population among all the production bases in Japan. Integrating 2 systems consisting of QMS and EMS. |
| FUJIFILM Fujinomiya IMS | FUJIFILM Fujinomiya Factory/Group companies | Approx. 960 | 2011 | Integrating 3 systems consisting of QMS, EMS and OHSMS. |
| FUJIFILM Yoshida-Minami IMS | FUJIFILM Yoshida-Minami Factory/Laboratory/Group companies | Approx. 700 | 2011 | Integrating 3 systems consisting of QMS, EMS and OHSAS. |
| FUJIFILM Material Manufacturing Kyushu IMS | FUJIFILM Material Manufacturing Corporation Kyushu | Approx. 300 | 2008 | Integrating 2 systems consisting of QMS, and EMS. |
| FUJIFILM Electronic Materials IMS | FUJIFILM Electronic Materials | Approx. 500 | 2008 | Integrating 3 systems consisting of QMS, EMS and OHSAS. Applying OHSAS to the sales organization. |
| FUJIFILM Material Manufacturing Yoshida-north IMS | FUJIFILM Material Manufacturing Corporation Yoshida-north | Approx. 350 | 2004 | The first Unit in Fujifilm Group that obtained the IMS Certification. |
| FUJIFILM Wako Pure Chemical IMS | FUJIFILM Wako Pure Chemical Corporation/FUJIFILM Wako Chemical Corporation | Approx. 1,700 | 2020 | Integrating 2 systems consisting of QMS and EMS. |
| FUJIFILM Business Innovation IMS | FUJIFILM Business Innovation Corp./Affiliated Companies | Approx. 26,000 | 2016 | QMS, EMS and ISMS operational over all organizations. Integrating 4 systems including OHSMS |