(Head Office: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Osamu Hata; hereinafter referred to as "WAP") announces that the "Kyohokai" (over 200 member companies; Chairman: Special Advisor to Sumitomo Rubber Industries, Ltd. (Chairman: Special Advisor to Sumitomo Rubber Industries, Ltd. The purpose of the visit was to learn about the work style and human resource development initiatives at the regional office, which was made possible by WAP's receipt of the "Telework Award for Regional Development" for fiscal 2023.

　After introducing WAP's human capital management, work style at the Kumamoto office, and regional symbiosis activities, a workshop was held between Kyofukai participants and Kumamoto office employees. Participants exchanged opinions on the themes of "work-life balance" and "corporate integration," and lively exchanges and new insights were generated toward the realization of the Kyohokai's goal of sustainability.

Comments from participants】】 【Summary of the visit

I was impressed by the fact that WAP's corporate philosophy and policies have been incorporated into each department" (Kyohokai)
・ "I was able to exchange opinions with people from other industries, and it was a stimulating and educational experience beyond the framework of my daily work. I was able to exchange opinions with people from other industries, and it was a stimulating and educational experience beyond the framework of my daily work.

Overview of the visit

Date: October 24, 2025 (Friday)
・Participants: Kyohokai Body Parts Subcommittee D Group member companies and Toyota Motor Corporation personnel, 32 in total
・Content: Company introduction, lecture on human capital management, Kumamoto Life & Work introduction, workshop

WAP's Human Capital Management Initiatives

　WAP emphasizes a relationship in which individuals and companies mutually promote growth and continuously enhance value. We promote the development of human resources who are capable of "essential problem solving" and the creation of an environment in which they can demonstrate their abilities. We have established a system of reskill support, leadership development, and flexible work styles so that employees can envision their own careers and continue to learn. We are also pursuing a new management model based on "people x technology" through AI-based human resource development and unique engagement surveys.

About Kyohokai】 【About Kyohokai

Kyohokai was established in December 1943 as a voluntary organization consisting of suppliers of automotive parts to Toyota Motor Corporation. Currently, Kyohokai consists of more than 200 member companies and promotes collaboration in a wide range of fields, with a focus on manufacturing. KYOHOKAI, which has been developed along with Toyota Motor Corporation and its member companies, aims to contribute to the world economy and society through activities based on global and open partnerships.

About Works Applications

Works Applications was founded in 1996 as an ERP package vendor in Japan. With innovative solutions such as no-customization and free version upgrades, we have supported the growth of our customers, mainly major Japanese companies. Believing in the potential of each individual, we aim to be a "growth engine" that maximizes the value of companies and individuals, and we will continue our pursuit of turning "work" into "creation" and making "work" fun.

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