Azbil Formulates Its Purpose and Vision
TOKYO, May 13, 2026: Azbil Corporation (Tokyo Stock Exchange code: 6845) has formulated a new Purpose and Vision for the azbil Group, marking its 120th anniversary and clarifying the Group’s direction for the future.
The azbil Group positions the expansion of its business, including overseas operations, as one of the key themes for achieving sustainable growth. In pursuing further business expansion, it is important not only to enhance brand recognition both in Japan and overseas, but also to ensure that the azbil brand functions effectively in global business activities and serves as a driving force for business growth.
The newly formulated Purpose indicates the value the azbil Group provides to society and the significance of its existence. It is intended to clearly articulate the Group’s direction as a company, while also serving as a guiding principle for the actions and decision-making of each and every employee. Based on this Purpose, we will continue to build our brand by fostering empathy and trust with stakeholders and communicating the azbil Group’s unique value to the world.
Purpose
Expanding Technological Frontiers
Unlocking Human Potential
This purpose expresses our intention to unlock the tremendous potential inherent in people and society through a broad range of technologies centered on automation, thereby driving new value creation on site with our customers beyond efficiency. The phrase “unlocking” also carries forward the Group philosophy of “human-centered automation,” as well as the founding spirit of “free people from drudgery.”
The Vision represents the concrete ideal state and goals that the azbil Group aims to achieve ten years from now through the realization of its Purpose.
Vision
Connecting people and society through automation.
From efficiency to innovation.
From impossible to possible.
Becoming a partner that opens up the future.
As changes in society and industry accelerate, the azbil Group seeks to position automation not merely as a means of improving efficiency, but as a way to draw out creativity at the frontlines and expand into new forms of value creation.
azbil Group Way
The positioning of the azbil Group philosophy and the newly formulated Purpose and Vision is also presented, illustrating how azbil’s path from its philosophy extends into society toward the future.
Formulation of the Brand Statement
As a concise expression of our determination to realize our Purpose and Vision, we have established the brand statement Engineering the Impossible.
Through technological innovation and the unlocking of new possibilities, we will promote bold, future-oriented management aimed at realizing the aspiration expressed in our Vision.
Guided by the Group philosophy of “human-centered automation,” the azbil Group has long pursued the realization of safety, comfort, and fulfillment for people, while also contributing to the global environment. Building on this philosophy, the azbil Group will continue to connect people and society through automation technologies and fulfill its role as a partner that opens up the future.
Brand Website
https://www.azbil.com/purpose/
About Azbil Corporation
Azbil Corporation, formerly known as Yamatake Corporation, is a leading company in building and industrial automation, using its measurement and control technologies to provide customers with high value-added solutions to make their operations more efficient and sustainable. Founded in 1906, the azbil Group consists of 30 companies and operates in 16 countries, providing cutting-edge solutions and services to meet the diverse needs of its global customers. As of March 31, 2026, azbil employed about 9,000 people worldwide and generated JPY 298.9 billion in revenue. To learn more about Azbil Corporation and its solutions, please visit Azbil’s website at https://www.azbil.com.
* Posted information is accurate as of the date of announcement.