Basic Concept
Fujikura Group business is supported by suppliers who provide raw materials, components, and equipment. To build strong and trusting relationships with our suppliers through fair and honest procurement activities, Fujikura Group has established the Fujikura Group Basic Procurement Policy. In addition, we strictly regulate our own behavior through the Fujikura Group Procurement and Purchasing Code of Conduct. We also continue our compliance efforts by regularly holding seminars on the Subcontract Act, including sessions for domestic Group companies.
Furthermore, for units related to procurement and purchasing within the Group, we implement sustainability initiatives such as compliance training to address social issues and consideration for human rights through responsible mineral procurement activities. These efforts include e-learning programs, seminars on the Act against Delay in Payment of Subcontract Proceeds, and regular operational audits.
Fujikura Group Basic Procurement Policy
1. Fair and equitable trading
We seek excellent business partners globally based on the principles of fair, impartial and free competition. We select business partners based on a fair evaluation of factors such as price, quality, delivery time, stable supply, technical capabilities and reliability.
2. Cooperative relationships based on mutual trust
We will strive to build mutually cooperative relationships with our business partners, upholding the principles of honesty and integrity and based on the philosophy of coexistence and co-prosperity. We will not disclose any information obtained in the course of business to third parties without permission.
3. Compliance with laws, regulations and social norms
We will comply with the laws and regulations of each country and conduct business in accordance with corporate ethics and social norms.
4. Environmental Consideration
In order to contribute to the preservation of the global environment and the realization of a sustainable society, we will work with our business partners to implement environmental management aimed at reducing environmental impact.
Fujikura Group CSR Procurement Guideline (Japanese Only)
As corporate activities become increasingly globalized, social responsibility is being called into question not only for Fujikura but also for the entire supply chain.
To encourage our business partners to further understand and practice CSR procurement, the Fujikura Group created the Fujikura Group CSR Procurement guideline in June 2016, and has been revision in response to social changes.
The guidelines were revision to the 6th edition in March 2025 in accordance with the latest version of the RBA Code of Conduct. The guideline are available in multiple languages: Japanese, English, and Chinese.
- Fujikura Group CSR Procurement Guideline (Japanese)
- Fujikura Group CSR Procurement Guideline (English)
- Fujikura Group CSR Procurement guideline (Chinese)
Ten field defined by the Fujikura Group CSR Procurement Guidelines
A. Labor
B. Safety and health
C.Environment
D. Ethics
E. Appropriate Export Controls
F. Ensuring Product Safety
G. Quality Management System Operation
H. Defending Against Computer Network Threats
I. Contribution to international and local communities
J. Management System
Fujikura Group CSR Procurement Structure
As the globalization of companies accelerates in recent years, the importance of social responsibility required of corporate procurement activities is increasing. Fujikura and Fujikura Group regularly hold internal CSR meetings to explain and share information on relevant laws and regulations, supplier management initiatives, and other topics. In addition, in line with the increasing number of ESG-related topics, we consider topics that should be shared with our business partners, such as the importance of human rights due diligence in the supply chain, including responsible mineral sourcing, and information on climate change response. These meetings also help strengthen the capabilities of procurement staff.
We also hold Fujikura Group Partners Meeting as a forum for direct dialogue with our business partners, and through direct communication we are working to promote CSR procurement throughout the entire supply chain, including gaining understanding of Fujikura Group 's CSR procurement.
CSR Supply Chain Surveys
Fujikura Group regularly conducts supply chain management surveys of major suppliers to understand the current state of CSR activities in the supply chain. The survey results are fed back to suppliers to share information. The survey contents are as follows:
Additionally, from fiscal 2022, we will also be using the Global Compact Network Japan's CSR Procurement Self-Assessment Questionnaire (Common SAQ).
- Implementation of the Fujikura Group CSR Procurement Guidelines
- Implementation status of CSR procurement by suppliers
- Implementation of supplier assessments
- Response to conflict minerals in procurement
- Status of initiative to prevent the use of environmental load substances in products
- Visibility of the UK’s anti-slavery law and response, among others
- etc.
Supplier Assessment System
In order to fairly and equitably evaluate our business partners from the perspectives of Q (quality), C (cost), D (delivery response), D (contribution to development), and M (management) and to achieve an appropriate supplier layout, Fujikura Group has implemented a supplier evaluation system since fiscal 2016.
Partners Meeting
Direct dialogue with business partners is essential to promoting and spreading CSR procurement. Fujikura Group holds Fujikura Group Partners Meetings in Tokyo, Shanghai, and Bangkok, and works to promote CSR procurement throughout the entire supply chain with the understanding and cooperation of our business partners.
At the Partners' Meeting, we explain Fujikura Group 's management plan, procurement policy, and CSR procurement guideline to participating suppliers, and ask for their understanding and cooperation with Fujikura Group 's procurement activities.In recent years, we have also been sharing with suppliers information on ESG themes, such as the importance of human rights due diligence in the supply chain, including conflict minerals, and on responding to climate change.
The results of the CSR Supply Chain Survey and Partners Meeting are published in the ESG Data Collection.
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Responsible Minerals Sourcing
In order to increase transparency in the supply chain regarding the procurement of conflict minerals, Fujikura Group established the Fujikura Group Conflict Minerals Non-Use policy in August 2011. In response to recent changes in social trends regarding mineral procurement, we establishment the Fujikura Group Responsible Minerals Sourcing policy in May 2019.
With regard to sourcing minerals from conflict-affected and high-risk countries (CAHRAs*), we recognize that local human rights violations, labor issues, and other risks and injustices are serious social issues, and we will promote responsible mineral sourcing throughout our supply chain.
Fujikura Group Policy for Responsible Mineral Sourcing
Based on Fujikura Group Corporate Philosophy MVCV, Fujikura group promotes procurement of minerals which are free from inhuman acts including human right violations and labor issues in regard to mineral procurement in conflict-affected and high-risk areas/countries in order to establish responsible supply chain.
We will continue to strengthen our efforts to ensure responsible mineral sourcing by providing information to our business partners and within the group. We ask our business partners for their understanding of this policy and their cooperation in realizing responsible mineral sourcing.
*CAHRAs: Conflict Affected and High Risk Areas
Awareness-raising activities regarding responsible minerals sourcing
Fujikura participates in the Responsible Minerals Sourcing committee of the Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA), and collects information on overseas regulations and the latest trends. The latest information is shared at the Responsible Minerals Sourcing a person in charge Meeting, which is held annually by relevant parties within Fujikura Group. At the meeting, we share information on international trends and issues related to responsible mineral sourcing and consider countermeasures. We also hold Fujikura Group Partners Meetings in Japan, China, and Kingdom of Thailand to request cooperation from our suppliers in CSR procurement and responsible mineral surveys.