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Crosshead Corporation's Commitment to Childcare Support

Crosshead Corporation, based in Minato City, Tokyo, proudly announces that it has obtained the Kurumin certification in August, recognizing its dedication to being a supportive workplace for employees with children. This certification, awarded by the Minister of Health, Labour and Welfare, honors businesses that meet specific criteria outlined in the Act on Advancement of Measures to Support Raising Next Generation Children.

What is Kurumin Certification?

The Kurumin certification is an esteemed recognition granted to companies that have put in place a concrete action plan aimed at fostering childcare support. To earn this certification, businesses must achieve the goals set in their plans and fulfill certain regulatory standards.

Crosshead’s Childcare Initiatives

Crosshead Corporation takes a holistic approach to employee well-being, implementing various programs that enhance work-life balance, promote the use of paid leave, and reduce overtime hours. The company is committed to creating a diverse and supportive workplace environment for all its employees. They have introduced several initiatives to ease the journey for working parents, such as:

• - Promoting the Use of Childcare Leave: Encouraging employees to take parental leave without hesitation.
• - Creating a Smooth Transition Back to Work: Supporting employees returning from childcare leave with career planning and adjustment mechanisms.
• - Flexible Work Hours: Enhancing the short-time work system and implementing super flexible hours to accommodate individual employee needs.
• - Telework Options: Allowing employees to work from home to better manage their work and family responsibilities.
• - Childcare Support Leave: Providing leave available until the child starts junior high school.
• - Encouraging Paid Leave Utilization: Implementing specific periods throughout the year to encourage employees to take their vacation days.
• - Workplace Adjustment Policies: Developing internal systems and processes that consider the unique challenges of balancing work and childcare.

Future Initiatives

Looking ahead, Crosshead is committed to continuing its support for not only childcare but also caregiving for the elderly and accommodating employees with diverse lifestyles. The company aims to further enhance flexible working options, improve the childcare leave uptake rate among male employees, and increase the representation of women in leadership roles within the organization.

Crosshead emphasizes the importance of not just having responsive policies but cultivating an environment that promotes their active use. Continuous improvement of workplace conditions is a priority to ensure that every employee can thrive long-term, enhancing the company's sustainable corporate value.

About Crosshead Corporation

Crosshead Corporation leverages various cloud services and foundational information systems to bolster business productivity. The company addresses critical business challenges like maintaining competitive advantages and adapting to diverse workforce requirements through information technology and skilled professionals.

• - Head Office: 24th Floor, Shinagawa Season Terrace, 2-70 Konan, Minato, Tokyo
• - President: Tetsuya Tokumasu
• - Capital: 395 million yen
• - Employee Count: 418 (as of April 1, 2025)
• - Business Areas:

- Information infrastructure services (network design, product implementation, telecommunication works, office facilities)
- System operation services (24/7 system monitoring and management, security monitoring, product maintenance)
- Cloud services (AWS, cloud infrastructure design, implementation support)
- IT management consulting (IT support services, consulting, BPO)
- Business application services (groupware support, low-code/no-code implementation)
- Corporate pension services (corporate defined contribution retirement plans)

For more details, visit our corporate website.

For inquiries, please contact:
Crosshead Corporation, Human Resources and General Affairs Department
TEL: 03-4405-7911