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Philosophy

The Heart of Management

The "Customer-First" Principle

Kyocera started out as an electronic parts manufacturer, but it was always independent, and never a subcontractor.

Being independent meant continuously producing products that met the needs of our customers. We had to be more advanced technologically than our customers, and able to meet their satisfaction in all the areas of delivery, quality, price and innovativeness.

We challenged ourselves to become totally committed to our customers' needs, even if it meant rejecting conventional concepts. "Making customers happy" is a basic value of any business, and the only way to continue earning profits.

About the Philosophy
To Lead a Wonderful Life
(1) Elevate Our Minds
(2) Work More Effectively
(3) Make Correct Decisions
(4) Accomplish a New Feat
(5) Conquer Obstacles
(6) Reflections on Life
The Heart of Management
At Kyocera, Everyone Is a Manager
Performing Daily Work