2017

Kagami: Firstly we need to survey the technologies possessed by each company. With the fusion of the two companies, the engineers are able to easily share their respective cultures, due to the shared language of technology, and differences in awareness are virtually undetectable in matters such as the focus of business We are also sharing all of our data and engaging in open discussions.

Aso: Following the organizational changes undertaken as part of our integration, there have been many cases where we have realized that the other party had technologies that we had been looking for. We have held frequent joint discussions on a range of topics whereby we have been able to arrange systems for advancing the projects comprised of members from each party.

Kagami: Presently, we are giving serious consideration to the technology-focused marketing we are advancing separately from that conducted by the sales division. Even if you are able to imagine the generalities of concepts which could improve people's lifestyles, in many cases it is difficult to identify the technology needed to achieve this. For example, we believe that the field of AI^* is a key focus, and we must consider its progress to date, its future direction, and what auxiliary technologies are required for its promulgation.

Aso: We need to anticipate how society will change in the future and aim to create the products and technologies that will be necessary. Although this is not easy, this is our ideal.

* Artificial Intelligence