Cooperation with Suppliers

HORIBA's invisible values, which play a key role in creating new value, also extend outside the company.

HORIBA Raku-Raku Kai, relationship with key partner companies in production and assembly, which was founded by 32 companies engaged in cooperation in manufacturing in 1957, is an important invisible value that has quietly supported HORIBA's growth by responding to special requests, including the issuance of small-lot orders and special processing, from the time when HORIBA, Ltd. was founded. (As of the end of December 2007, the number of member companies was 54.)

HORIBA Raku-Raku Kai is indispensable in creation in HORIBA's manufacturing activities by supporting rapid start-up when new products are introduced, shortening of delivery times, cost reduction, and other key aspects of manufacturing.

However, member activities are not limited to cooperation in the area of technology and manufacturing. HORIBA Raku-Raku Kai also plays a major role in bolstering mutual management bases. For example, it helps to increase a sense of community through exchanges that include training and study groups involving young executives at partner companies and corporate management.