To Become a Truly Global Company
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To Become a Truly Global Company
To Become a Truly Global Company (Bridgestone 2013MTP) Masaaki Tsuya CEO and Representative Board Member Concurrently Chairman of the Board, Bridgestone Corporation Oct 17, 2013 Today’s agenda 1. Introduction (”2nd Foundation” & “MTP”) 2. MTP: The basic approach 3. 2013MTP: Priority issues 4. Management Target Copyright © 2013 Bridgestone Corporation | Oct.17. 2013 2/28 Today’s agenda 1. Introduction (”2nd Foundation” & “MTP”) 2. MTP: The basic approach 3. 2013MTP: Priority issues 4. Management Target Copyright © 2013 Bridgestone Corporation | Oct.17. 2013 3/28 1.”2nd Foundation” & “MTP” The 1988 Firestone merger marked Bridgestone’s ”2nd Foundation” - It began under difficult conditions and in the face of many challenges - In 2006 we initiated the first phase of our management reforms, refining/restarting/reinvigorating the vision of the “2nd Foundation” - Building on the “2nd Foundation” ⇒ Transform Bridgestone into a truly global company ・Cultivating global corporate culture ・Developing human resources capable of global management ・Upgrading the global management structure Copyright © 2013 Bridgestone Corporation | Oct.17. 2013 4/28 1.”2nd Foundation” & “MTP” Sales and Operating Profit ※Plan:As of Aug. 9, 2013 Public release 100 million JPY 40,000 Sales 12.0% OP% 35,000 10.0% 30,000 8.0% 25,000 20,000 6.0% 15,000 4.0% 10,000 2.0% 5,000 0.0% 0 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 計画 ROA(2006~) FY 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 ROA (%) 3.0 4.1 0.3 0.0 3.6 3.8 Achieved 6.0% More than 6.0% “improve further” Copyright © 2013 Bridgestone Corporation | Oct.17. 2013 5/28 1.”2nd Foundation” & “MTP” 1st Phase Management Reforms Summary Mission and Foundation (2006 -- Spring 2012) ⇒ Steady progress in management reforms The Bridgestone Essence : Refined corporate philosophy (on the occasion of the Company’s 80th anniversary in 2011) Basic Stance Reform Tools Lean & Strategic (L&S) Optimize management on a Group and Global basis (GG Optimization) SBU organization MTP Copyright © 2013 Bridgestone Corporation | Oct.17. 2013 6/28 1.”2nd Foundation” & “MTP” 2nd Phase Management Reforms (2012 -) ⇒ Ongoing Reforms : Continuous quality improvement ; increase the speed and the agility of business Mission and Foundation The Bridgestone Essence Basic Stance L&S, GG Optimization Reform Tools SBU organization, MTP Additional priority issues Creating customer value Enhancement of governance systems Further development of competitive advantage /differentiation through Innovation - To become a truly global company - To achieve “Dan-Totsu” in our industries Copyright © 2013 Bridgestone Corporation | Oct.17. 2013 7/28 1.”2nd Foundation” & “MTP” The function of MTP – Important tool for implementing management reforms and ensuring focus on the Group’s Basic Stance L&S : MTP links short-term and long-term measures GG Optimization : MTP links divisions and SBUs providing transparency to the business on a global basis – However, the MTP does have its challenges Challenge1 : The reliability of MTP numerical data in the mid- to long-term Challenge2 : Consistency of entire MTP over the mid- to long-term Copyright © 2013 Bridgestone Corporation | Oct.17. 2013 8/28 Today’s agenda 1. Introduction (”2nd Foundation” & “MTP”) 2. MTP: The basic approach 3. 2013MTP: Priority issues 4. Management Target Copyright © 2013 Bridgestone Corporation | Oct.17. 2013 9/28 2. MTP: The basic approach MTP – The characteristics of Bridgestone’s MTP Period : 5 years Update : Every year, rolling Measures : The MTP incorporates both financial targets as well as other goals related to company performance Structure : Flows from the 2nd half revised budget and establishes the foundation for the following year’s original budget Copyright © 2013 Bridgestone Corporation | Oct.17. 2013 10/28 2. MTP: The basic approach MTP (2 Challenges) Reliability Consistency : The reliability of mid/long - term data is limited due to the volatility of the business environment : Consistency of entire MTP over the mid/long-term 〈The cause of the challenges〉 Business environment : Continuous and dramatic changes, oftentimes unpredictable (Politics, economy, natural disasters, etc.) Confidentiality : Matters excluded from MTP due to the need for confidentiality (e.g. Restructuring of business, Establishment of new factories, M&A until announcement) Differences among sections : Inconsistent plans and implementation among SBUs and GMP sections ; differences in approach to the development of their respective MTPs Copyright © 2013 Bridgestone Corporation | Oct.17. 2013 11/28 2. MTP: The basic approach Although not perfect, given the challenges identified above MTP remains at the core as an important tool for implementing management reforms - Focus management attention on the company’s future and the actions that need to be taken to achieve the ideal state under the uncertain business environment - Ensuring focus on the Group’s Basic Stance: L&S and GG optimization MTP is the most effective tool Copyright © 2013 Bridgestone Corporation | Oct.17. 2013 12/28 Today’s agenda 1. Introduction (”2nd Foundation” & “MTP”) 2. MTP: The basic approach 3. 2013MTP: Priority issues 4. Management Target Copyright © 2013 Bridgestone Corporation | Oct.17. 2013 13/28 3. 2013MTP: Priority issues (1) Cultivating global corporate culture A. Clarifying brand strategy B. Promoting innovation (2) Developing human resources capable of global management (3) Upgrading the global management structure A. Restructure the tire business SBUs B. Expansion of the diversified product business C. Enhancement of governance systems D. Establishing a closer bond/linkage between and among the parts of the entire group Copyright © 2013 Bridgestone Corporation | Oct.17. 2013 14/28 3. 2013MTP: Priority issues (1) Cultivating global corporate culture A. Clarifying brand strategy Current state (a) Implemented by each SBU individually : insufficient, inconsistent (b) Global consumer tire products : BS brand around 2/3 FS brand around 1/4 (c) Tire/Diversified products : insufficient cooperation, inconsistent (d) Brand Strategy : Not fully integrated Future direction (a) Group Global : Ensure overall consistency (b) Brand Strategy : Fully integrated ; marketing and brand strategy fully aligned Copyright © 2013 Bridgestone Corporation | Oct.17. 2013 15/28 3. 2013MTP: Priority issues (1) Cultivating global corporate culture B. Promoting Innovation Current state (a) Macro environment : Change and evolution affecting all aspects of life and culture (Politics, Economy, Environment, Technical innovation) (b) Consumers : Evolving lifestyles and changes in purchasing behaviors/preferences (c) Automobiles : A century has passed since the days of the Model T Ford (d) Tires : Half a century has passed since the introduction of steel radial tires The direction of the reform (a) Technology and business models innovation : accelerate (b) In all areas of management : Continuous improvement Copyright © 2013 Bridgestone Corporation | Oct.17. 2013 16/28 3. 2013MTP: Priority issues 【Classification of basic technology】 【Social Areas】 【Business Scope】 Macromolecular materials High Hardness Sports Cycles Tire Rubber elasticity region Low Hardness Passenger Tires Truck & bus Tires Specialty Tires (Airplane, Mining& Construction, Agricultural, Motor Cycle) Resin piping Air spring Belts Hoses Rubber tracks Anti-vibration rubber Seismic isolation rubber Construction material Chemical products Sealing film Copyright © 2013 Bridgestone Corporation | Oct.17. 2013 17/28 3. 2013MTP: Priority issues Technology innovation Russian Dandelion Air Free Concept with ologic 100% sustainable material concept Vertical expansion of supply chain Guayule Horizontal expansion of global business domains Copyright © 2013 Bridgestone Corporation | Oct.17. 2013 18/28 3. 2013MTP: Priority issues Business model Innovation Retread Service & Maintenance Service & Maintenance Vertical expansion of supply chain Tire, Conveyor Belt, HYD hose New tire Horizontal expansion of global business domains Copyright © 2013 Bridgestone Corporation | Oct.17. 2013 19/28 3. 2013MTP: Priority issues (2) Developing human resources capable of the global management Step 1 Content : Utilize our strength (diversity and global network), and advance the development and promotion of diverse talent, including women, local /regional staff, and individuals with unique and different perspectives Timing : Increase the pace of activity in this area Step2 Content : Designate English as an official company language Advance the participation of local/regional staff in global management roles through the restructuring of SBUs Timing : Gradual implementation over time (timing to be announced prior to its implementation) Copyright © 2013 Bridgestone Corporation | Oct.17. 2013 20/28 3. 2013MTP: Priority issues (3) Upgrading the global management structure A. Restructure the tire business SBUs (a) Europe SBU: Step 1 Restructure the European business Restructure the Middle East and Africa business Step 2 Extend the European SBU ( + Middle East and Africa SBU, Turkey, Russia) (b) China SBU + Asia Pacific SBU: Step 1 Prepare for integration Step 2 Integrate management structure ⇒ From 6 regional tire SBUs to 4 regional tire SBUs (Japan, Americas, Europe, and Asia) No changes in/to the Specialty Tire SBU Copyright © 2013 Bridgestone Corporation | Oct.17. 2013 21/28 3. 2013MTP: Priority issues The need to restructure and extend the European business: its position within the Bridgestone tire business 10000 10% 10000 10% 10000 10% 10000 10% Copyright © 2013 Bridgestone Corporation | Oct.17. 2013 22/28 3. 2013MTP: Priority issues (3) Upgrading the global management structure B. Expansion of the diversified product business Content: “Selection and concentration” / Structural reforms Strengthening collaboration among businesses Promoting globalization Further growth and improvements in the selected businesses Timing :Further progress/activation during 2013MTP period Copyright © 2013 Bridgestone Corporation | Oct.17. 2013 23/28 3. 2013MTP: Priority issues (3) Upgrading the global management structure C. Enhancement of governance systems Step 1 Content : Strengthen the “check and balance” function of the board of directors (the parent company and each subsidiary) Upgrade the board committees’ accountabilities/responsibilities (and build diverse teams in order to promote robust discussions) Timing : On-going Step 2 Content : Expand the development and launch/implementation of Global strategies and policies to ensure clear understanding of Group vision, goals and direction - While maintaining consistency with Global strategies and policies, allow for local and regional modifications and adjustments which are responsive to the needs and characteristics of each region and business Clarify authority and responsibility, and enhance delegation of authority Timing : Implemented over the term of 2013MTP Copyright © 2013 Bridgestone Corporation | Oct.17. 2013 24/28 3. 2013MTP: Priority issues (3) Upgrading the global management structure D. Establishing a closer bond/linkage between and among the parts of the entire group (a) Establishment of new departments - Global Innovation - GGMS (Group Global Marketing Strategy) (b) Establishment of new global meetings/opportunities to collaborate - GCC (Global Communication Corridor) - Global CQO Meeting - Global CRO Meeting - Global EXCO (Global Executive Committee) Copyright © 2013 Bridgestone Corporation | Oct.17. 2013 25/28 Today’s agenda 1. Introduction (”2nd Foundation” & “MTP”) 2. MTP: The basic approach 3. 2013MTP: Priority issues 4. Management Target Copyright © 2013 Bridgestone Corporation | Oct.17. 2013 26/28 4. Management Target Qualitative goal: ‐ Maintain our commitment to the Bridgestone Essence and our basic stance (L&S and GG Optimization) ‐ ‐ ‐ Secure growth and profitability Always aim for “ the higher level ” position Promote innovation Quantitative goal Growth :Exceed the industry average Overall :Consistently deliver ROA 6% and OP10% - To become a truly global company - To achieve “Dan-Totsu” in our industries Copyright © 2013 Bridgestone Corporation | Oct.17. 2013 27/28 Statements made in this presentation with respect to Bridgestone's current plans, estimates, strategies and beliefs and other statements that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements about the future performance of Bridgestone. Forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, those statements using words such as "believe," "expect," "plans," "strategy," "prospects," "forecast," "estimate," "project," "anticipate," "may" or "might" and words of similar meaning in connection with a discussion of future operations, financial performance, events or conditions. From time to time, oral or written forward-looking statements may also be included in other materials released to the public. These statements are based on management's assumptions and beliefs in light of the information currently available to it. Bridgestone cautions you that a number of important risks and uncertainties could cause actual results to differ materially from those discussed in the forward-looking statements, and therefore you should not place undue reliance on them. You also should not rely on any obligation of Bridgestone to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. Bridgestone disclaims any such obligation. Copyright © 2013 Bridgestone Corporation | Oct.17. 2013 28/28