Ricoh Institute of Sustainability and Business
About us
Institute Outline
The Ricoh Institute of Sustainability and Business aims to suggest new ways and directions to corporate management by estimating the movement and signs of structural changes in the marketplace with an eye on global business development.We will conduct research activities to contribute not only to the progress of the company (''business'') but also to help bring about a rich and sustainable society (''sustainability'') through our ''corporate activities.''
Feature 1 The Institute applies its research findings to corporate management by making proposals and providing information for the top management of Ricoh.
Feature 2 The Institute further deepens its research based on emerging issues and lessons drawn from actual business activities.
Feature 3 The Institute broadly distributes its research findings.
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1Economics & Geopolitics
Management of global companies requires not only a prompt and appropriate response to dynamic changes in the global economy, but also insight into the future. In the field of economics and geopolitics, we will carefully observe domestic and international economic and geopolitical trends and strive to understand medium- and long-term structural changes.
2Social & Environmental Issues
We will investigate how technological advancements—such as AI—are influencing macroeconomics and corporate management, particularly in relation to emerging social challenges like climate change, the circular economy, and the Sustainable Development Goals. Additionally, we will conduct medium- to long-term analyses to identify effective strategies that governments and companies can implement to address these issues.
3Work
We will explore what is necessary for workers to be creative, satisfied, and achieve their goals. By examining various elements surrounding "work," including people, organizations, environments, and technology, we will also try to identify the challenges and roles that companies should address. Since January 2023, we have been running the " Consortium for Creativity in the Workplace" with an aim to enhance workers' creativity, collaborating with other participating companies with diverse business experiences.
