The Corporate Philosophy
The Sumitomo Forestry Group utilizes wood as a healthy and environmentally friendly natural resource to provide a diverse range of lifestyle-related services that contribute to the realization of a sustainable and prosperous society. All our efforts are based on Sumitomo’s Business Spirit, which places prime importance on fairness and integrity for the good of society.
The "passion" embodied in Sumitomo Forestry Group's the Corporate Philosophy
~The role of the Corporate Philosophy and Our Values ~
It means sharing our ideals with our colleagues and acting based on the "Sumitomo's Business Spirit."
the Corporate Philosophy is a guideline that clarifies the significance of advancing our business, and Our Values indicates the mindset that each individual should have; these two are, so to speak, a foundation for our employees.
Our Group's the Corporate Philosophy clearly defines the positioning of Sumitomo's Business Spirit, which places prime importance on fairness and integrity for the good of society. "Sumitomo's Business Spirit" is the way of thinking and principles regarding business that have been passed down throughout the Sumitomo Group's long history, and has been handed down as our DNA.
We will respect the history built by our predecessors, adopt new ideas, and flexibly respond to the changes of the times, while continuing to expand our business into the next era and aiming for further development. Furthermore, all employees will understand the essential "feelings" embodied in the words of the Corporate Philosophy and apply them to their work and actions.
Sumitomo's Business Spirit
Sumitomo Masatomo's "Monjuin Shiigaki (Monju-inshi shigaki)," in which he explained the spirit of a merchant, was the starting point, and has since been succinctly expressed and passed down as the "Business Summary" on the Rules Governing the "House of Sumitomo".
Our Values
- We provide high-quality products and services that impress our customers.
- With a fresh perspective, we will create jobs that will lead to the happiness of the next generation.
- We respect diversity and create a free and open corporate culture.
- We strive to hone our skills every day and set high goals for ourselves.
- We will act honestly and with integrity and do work that is trusted by society.
Code of Conduct
Policy and Declaration
Sumitomo Forestry Group Environmental Policy
Sumitomo Forestry Group Procurement Policy
Sumitomo Forestry Group Occupational Health and Safety Policy
Sumitomo Forestry Group Quality Policy
Sumitomo Forestry Group Human Rights Policy
Sumitomo Forestry Group Declaration on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Sumitomo Forestry Group Declaration on Health Management
Sumitomo Forestry Group Voluntary Declaration of Consumer Orientation
others
System for the management and administration of public research funds, and prevention of research misconduct
Basic policy on customer harassment