Co-creation Strategies with Partners
Sustainability
Approach
To respond flexibly to societal changes, we aim to evolve existing networks and expand new networks, achieving sustainable growth together with our partners.
External Environment
Customer challenges and needs are becoming more diverse and sophisticated with the development of technology and the spread of MaaS. Co-creation with partners, ranging from other industries to startups with various areas of expertise, is essential, rather than working alone. By maximizing the strengths of the Group and gathering different perspectives and ideas, we can provide new solutions.
Current Situation and Challenges
Creating new value requires clear role allocation and fair, effective collaboration. To this end, we have established a multi-stakeholder policy and are strengthening partnerships both in Japan and overseas while maximizing our unique strengths. By building collaborative relationships with partners across industries - including startups and local governments - and bringing together diverse perspectives and ideas, we create new value.
Supporting Customers' Decarbonization
Green Fleet Management
SMAS e-PARK
The Company holds EV test drive events, SMAS e-PARK, in Hokkaido, Tokyo, Kanagawa, Chiba, Tochigi, Aichi, Toyama, Osaka, Okayama, Fukuoka, and other locations.
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Source: (Sumitomo Group Public Affairs Committee Website)
EV One-Stop Service
Because EVs are more expensive than gasoline vehicles, it is necessary to secure the purchase budget and establish charging infrastructure when introducing them. The EV One-Stop Service begins by visualizing the vehicle utilization rate using the Mobility Passport and, through EV conversion analysis, proposes the optimal number of EVs and vehicle types for customers. When using EVs, challenges can arise, such as securing charging networks at destinations and managing energy efficiently by utilizing EVs, depending on the driving range. To address these challenges, we provide solutions like charging cards, leasing of charging equipment, and effective use of energy management and EV car-sharing. Through partnerships, we enable customers to handle all steps of EV utilization in a one-stop manner.
