Supply Chain Management
Approach/Policy/Promotion System
Basic Approach
Having formed partnerships with suppliers worldwide, from whom it purchases considerable numbers of components, such as electronic parts, mechanical parts, units and materials, Canon believes it has a responsibility as a global manufacturer to consider the social and environmental impact of its procurement activities. In 2019, in line with this approach, Canon joined the Responsible Business Alliance (RBA), a coalition of companies that promotes socially responsible global supply chains.
Besides focusing on legal and regulatory compliance related to procurement from a global standpoint, Canon believes in the importance of dealing with suppliers in a fair and transparent manner. We promote an open procurement approach utilizing a broad base of suppliers worldwide.
Policies
Canon’s Procurement Policy establishes our basic stance on procurement, with the emphasis placed on observing corporate ethics, environmental conservation, and fair and equitable business conduct. We have also formulated the Canon Supplier Code of Conduct, based on the RBA Code of Conduct. The latter has been translated into over 20 languages, including English, Chinese, Japanese, Thai, and Vietnamese. We are working to develop a socially responsible global supply chain on issues such as labor, occupational health and safety, the environment, corporate ethics and management systems. Our Procurement Policy and the Canon Supplier Code of Conduct are published on our website to inform all stakeholders.
To strengthen cooperation with suppliers, the annual conference of all our major global suppliers is utilized to explain procurement policies, request compliance with the Canon Supplier Code of Conduct, and report on related activities. In addition, we raise awareness of the code by conducting an annual survey of our suppliers worldwide, while also asking first-tier suppliers to ensure their supply chain (Canon’s second-tier suppliers) understand and comply with the Canon Supplier Code of Conduct.
In July 2024, Canon developed the Canon Sustainability Supplier Guidelines to address key sustainability issues in recent years, such as climate change and human rights, and to centrally manage requests for cooperation and surveys for our suppliers.
| Procurement Policy |
| Canon Sustainability Supplier Guidelines (636KB) |
| Canon Supplier Code of Conduct (273KB) |
Promotion System
The Procurement Headquarters at Canon Inc. oversees and promotes procurement activities across the Group. A central unit has been established to manage internal procurement-related controls, including setting rules, monitoring operational status, and training staff.
Policy items and significant matters regarding legal violations and risks relating to business operations are deliberated by the Risk Management Committee in terms of ways of responding to business risks and opportunities and needed measures, with relevant reporting to the CEO and Board of Directors.