2018

Mr. Yamaguchi: One area that Chitose City is currently putting particular effort into is work style reforms. These are not simply reforms in accordance with public servant ethics. Rather, we believe that workplace reforms from the perspective of adapting to the lifestyles of workers is important, and we are currently in the trial and error stage. Based on the idea that workplace reforms are working style reforms and that work style reforms are lifestyle reforms, we are taking measures to increase what is referred to as the "ikuboss"^* in the city by raising awareness in businesses and so on and create a community where workers can achieve a good balance between work and family life and engage in enriching childcare activities.

* A supervisor (executive or manager) who considers the work-life balance of subordinates and staff members who work with the supervisor and supports both career development and personal development while producing good results for the organization and enjoying his or her own work and personal life.

Mr. Yokota: As a part of these efforts, ikuboss training was conducted for executives and managers from the mayor down in January of 2017, and all of the participants issued an Ikuboss Declaration. Initially, we are working to change the awareness of workers, and we are holding seminars and conducting other activities. What types of actions does the Chitose Business Division undertaken relation to the work-life balance?