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Our Activities / 2012
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Environmental and Social ActivitiesNovember 2012
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Environmental and Social ActivitiesNovember 2012
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CSR PromotionOctober 2012
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Environmental and Social ActivitiesOctober 2012
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Risk ManagementAugust 2012
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Environmental and Social ActivitiesAugust 2012
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Environmental and Social ActivitiesJuly 2012
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Customer SatisfactionJune 2012
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Environmental and Social ActivitiesMay 2012
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Environmental and Social ActivitiesMay 2012
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Environmental and Social ActivitiesApril 2012
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Environmental and Social ActivitiesApril 2012
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Employee SatisfactionApril 2012
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CSR PromotionApril 2012
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Environmental and Social ActivitiesMarch 2012
Results of Activity
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Environmental and Social ActivitiesNovember 2012Chosen by Nikko Investor Relations Co., Ltd. as "Fiscal Year 2012's Best Site"
In Nikko Investor Relations Co., Ltd.’s "Fiscal Year 2012 Adequacy Ranking of All listed Company Homepages," the Fields IR site was chosen as the "Best Site" (selected for comprehensive ranking for the fifth straight year, No. 1 in the emerging market ranking for the third straight year, and No. 1 in the industry ranking for the second straight year).
The rankings covered the homepages of 3,570 domestically listed companies. The research performed based on 144 items for the 3 criteria of "ease of understanding", "ease of use" and "information quantity", for objective evaluation. The ranking adopted as one of its indicators the "degree of information disclosure and Web adequacy" in the Nikkei Digital Media, Inc. "NEEDS-Cges" (Corporate governance evaluation system).
While highly honored by this recognition, Fields will continue with all-around fillout of its IR activity, seeking for stockholders and investors yet more useful information provision and communication venue creation.
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Environmental and Social ActivitiesNovember 2012Chosen by Daiwa Investor Relations Co., Ltd. as the "2012 Internet IR Superior Company Award"
In Daiwa Investor Relations Co., Ltd. "2012 Internet IR Best Company Award Grand Prix (4 firms), Best Company Award (17 firms) and Superior Company Award (118 firms)", our IR site was chosen for the "2012 Internet IR Superior Company Award".
The IR sites on the homepages of all exchange listed companies (3,593 companies) were eligible for the 3 awards. Based on the criteria of "5T&C" (timeliness, transparency, traceability, trustworthiness, totality or inclusiveness + communication), the primary screening was conducted focusing on basic topics of Internet media attributes, and 1,529 companies were selected for secondary screening.
Fields will continue with all-around fillout of its IR activity, seeking for stockholders and investors yet more useful information provision and communication venue creation.
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CSR PromotionOctober 2012Round-table discussion on CSR activities
As part of its efforts to boost corporate awareness towards CSR activities, Fields issued “CSR Report Vol. 0” for internal use in June 2012. In addition, Director Ito, CSR Committee Chair, together with young employees responsible for the future of Fields, held a round-table discussion in October 2012 based on a questionnaire conducted after the report was released.
Details of the round-table discussion can be found on the Special Feature page outlined below.
▼ “CSR Round-Table Discussion: Realizing and Implementing CSR in Our Work” -
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Environmental and Social ActivitiesOctober 2012Promotion of initiatives to conserve electricity
Fields continued to promote the initiatives to conserve electricity in 2012 that were implemented in summer (May-September 2011) and winter (November 2011-March 2012), 2011.
In summer 2012, Fields set May 14 (Monday) to October 31 (Wednesday) as the period for “Cool Biz” and introduced various electricity-saving measures in such areas as air conditioning, facilities and OA equipment as well as cool summer attire.
Further efforts will be made to conserve electricity in winter 2012.
Fields asks for the understanding and cooperation of customers that visit its premises in this regard.
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Risk ManagementAugust 2012Maintained ISO 27001:2005 certification for information security management system
In August 2007, Fields obtained the international standard ISO/IEC 27001:2005 and the domestic standard JIS Q 27001:2006 certifications for its information security management system. These same standard certifications were maintained in August 2012.
Going forward, as we pursue additional measures to improve the system, every employee will act with a keen awareness of the importance of information security to earn the trust of society and our customers.[Screening and registration summary]
Certification standards: ISO/IEC 27001:2005 / JIS Q 27001:2006
Certification registration number: IS 517442
Registration date: August 24, 2007 (consecutively renewed in July 2010)Registration scope: Internal system operation, maintenance, business improvement support and internal infrastructure environment preparation in the Operational System Department
Screening and registration institution: BSI Group Japan K.K.
The ANSI-ASQ National Accreditation Board (ANAB)
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Environmental and Social ActivitiesAugust 2012Participated in “Odaiba Seaside Park Tori No Shima Rediscovery Tour”
As part of its CSR activities, Fields participated in “Odaiba Seaside Park Tori No Shima Rediscovery Tour” organized by a committee of Tokyo Waterfront Subcenter Group, Tokyo Port Office, Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism.
A total of nine volunteers took part in the activities with the aims of promoting environmental education and fostering awareness of environmental issues through cleanup of the seashore and nature observation.
Fields will continue to implement a variety of activities that contribute to local communities and protect the environment. -
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Environmental and Social ActivitiesJuly 2012Participated in the 13th Omukai Area Association Disaster Prevention Drills
As part of its CSR activities, Fields participated in the 13th Omukai Area Association Disaster Prevention Drills organized by the Shibuya Ward Omukai Area Disaster Prevention Council on July 1, 2012 (Sunday).
Together with residents of the Shibuya area, employees attended various drills that included evacuation guidance and firefighting training conducted in cooperation with the Shibuya Fire Station, etc.
Going forward, Fields will strengthen communication with local citizens and promote a variety of disaster-prevention measures.
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Customer SatisfactionJune 2012Maintained ISO 9001:2008 certification for quality management system
In January 1999, Fields was awarded the internationally recognized ISO 9002:1994 certification for its quality management system. This was changed to ISO 9001:2000 in December 2002, and in July 2010 to the latest standard of ISO 9001:2008 (JIS Q9001:2008). The same standard certification was maintained in June 2012.
As we deploy measures to continuously improve our quality management system, every employee will act with a keen awareness of the importance of service quality to earn the trust of society and our customers.
[Screening and registration summary]
Certification standards ISO 9001:2008 / JIS Q 9001:2008
Certification registration number: 4842-1999-AQ-KOB-RvARegistration date: January 29, 1999 (consecutively renewed in July 2011)
Registration scope [Head office (Pachinko/Pachislot Business Management Division) and 7 branch offices]
Sales of new pachinko/pachislot machines used in pachinko halls (including service, installation, adjustment and maintenance)Screening and registration institution: Det Norske Veritas AS DNV Industry Japan (DNV)
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Environmental and Social ActivitiesMay 2012Promotion of energy conservation measures ("Cool Biz" accommodation)
To cooperate with measures to conserve electricity in response to Japan's electricity shortage, Fields conducted continuous energy conservation programs during the summer (May to September 2011) and the following winter (November 2011 to March 2012).
In the summer of 2012, we are implementing numerous measures to save electricity between May 14 and October 31, which has been designated the "Cool Biz" period. Activities cover the operation of air conditioning systems, various types of facilities and office equipment, the use of lightweight summer clothing, and other items. Starting on May 14, all employees have been receiving official "Cool Biz" shirts from the company just as in the summer of 2011.
As with the usual suits, we will prescribe the shirts for normal attire for the summer season, jointly with "Super “Cool Biz." With these steps we are seeking all-around power conservation cooperation and raising employee awareness, and for customers as well are requesting their understanding. -
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Environmental and Social ActivitiesMay 2012Co-sponsorship of charity golf tournament
Fields participates in many types of activities to contribute to society. One way is by making donations through cooperation in various sports activities, including support provided by the Ultraman Foundation.
We extended support for The Legend Charity Pro-Am Tournament, which took place over two days starting on May 5, 2012. We also cooperated with this tournament in 2009, 2010 and 2011. Proceeds from entry fees, a charity auction, ticket sales, and other sources were donated to help children fighting diseases and children who were victims of the Great East Japan Earthquake.With the cooperation of others, we will continue to help provide support for children in need.
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Environmental and Social ActivitiesApril 2012Participated in the "Cleanup Campaign at Kugenuma Beach" sponsored by JEAN (Japan Environmental Action Network)
As part of its CSR activity, Fields participated in this event on April 22, 2012. Over 20 volunteers, including families and friends of employees, took part, conducting beach cleaning and sorting of collected refuse.
Going forward, Fields will continuously undertake a variety of measures linked to local society contributions and environmental protection.
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Environmental and Social ActivitiesApril 2012The first anniversary of the Ultraman Foundation for helping children affected by the earthquake
Fields and several group companies established the Ultraman Foundation in March 2011 to provide support for the recovery of areas devastated by the Great East Japan Earthquake. The foundation has been continuously extending assistance in the form of materials and encouragement to children affected by this disaster.
Activities of the foundation provide support for many people in the damaged areas, with particular emphasis on children. Many programs have been conducted to bring happiness to these children, including Ultra Hero shows and the donation of a microbus. In all, the foundation conducted 20 activities during its first year.To maintain growth as a corporation and meet its social obligations, the Fields Group will in future make steady progress, one step at a time. We would like to thank everyone for their continued support.
*For details of the activities of the "Ultraman Foundation", please refer to the Foundation's official site noted below.
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Employee SatisfactionApril 2012Training for Safe Driving
Fields constantly holds safe driving workshops for the sales personnel at branch offices throughout Japan. These training sessions improve employees’ driving skills and reinforce their awareness of the importance of driving safely.
A safe driving workshop took place in April 2012 for newly hired employees. Instructors from outside the Fields Group conducted classes on safety and the environment. The workshop included driving instruction at a driving school and other lessons. Fields will continue to conduct safe driving programs to upgrade the driving skills of employees and prevent accidents. -
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CSR PromotionApril 2012Reorganization of the CSR promotion structure
Fields established the CSR Committee in May 2008 to oversee all corporate citizenship activities. The committee conducts these activities in a flexible and structured manner with the objective of using CSR activities to contribute to making our lives more pleasant and fulfilling.
Fields revised part of its CSR promotion framework in April 2012. To create a better base for risk management, the Information Security and Risk Management working groups were combined to create the new Risk Management working group. The CSR organization now consists of the CSR Committee, which establishes policies and strategies for CSR management, and five working groups that oversee progress with CSR promotion activities: Social Contribution Activities Promotion, Employee Satisfaction Promotion, Customer Satisfaction Promotion, Compliance Promotion and Risk Management Promotion. We will use this structure to continue to meet our social obligations with regard to all stakeholders.
*For more information, please see the CSR Basic Policy and Structure below. -
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Environmental and Social ActivitiesMarch 2012Chosen by Gomez as "2012 Gomez IR Site Ranking"
The Fields IR site placed first in the emerging markets company IR site category of the "Gomez IR site comprehensive rankings 2012" of Morningstar Japan K.K.. The emerging markets category is for companies traded on the JASDAQ and Mothers markets. In the ranking for all publicly owned companies in Japan, Fields received a Bronze Medal.
Morningstar Japan K.K. judges IR sites based on the ease of use for shareholders and investors and the amount of information provided. There are 4 categories: ease of use, amount of financial data, amount of corporate and management information, and aggressiveness and innovation concerning disclosure. In all, scores are calculated by evaluating 292 items selected from the standpoint of investors in order to obtain a comprehensive ranking of outstanding IR sites.Fields will continue with all-around fillout of its IR activity, seeking for stockholders and investors yet more useful information provision and communication venue creation.
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