NOK Receives 2025 Global Award for Quality Excellence from Yamaha Motor

NOK Corporation Honored with Global Award for Quality

NOK Corporation, headquartered in Minato-ku, Tokyo, recently achieved a significant milestone by receiving the prestigious 2025 Global Award for Quality Excellence from Yamaha Motor Corporation during the 2026 Yamaha Global Suppliers Conference. This award recognizes NOK's outstanding quality management across its five global locations, marking the fourth time the company has been honored with this accolade.

Achievement Highlights

The award was presented to NOK in recognition of its effective quality management systems that ensure stable quality across its operations worldwide. The trophy symbolizes trust and hope, featuring motifs such as the iris and the Aomiha wave, representing expansion and development.

Quality Management Practices at NOK

NOK has implemented advanced quality management practices throughout its global facilities. By leveraging audiovisual equipment and digital tools, the company has enhanced its quality assurance measures, focusing on visible skillsets and structured education systems, as well as thorough analysis of equipment downtimes. Each site's unique challenges are addressed through continuous improvement initiatives that aim to maintain consistent quality levels.

Visualization and Improvement Using Audiovisual Equipment

NOK employs video technology to analyze the work performed by its operators. This approach helps standardize the intuitive skills that skilled workers possess, thereby ensuring effective knowledge transfer. By closely observing live working conditions through camera perspectives, NOK can identify areas where tasks may be difficult and implement appropriate improvements in work procedures and environments. Additionally, during equipment downtimes, recorded videos can give contextual clarity to troubleshoot the root causes of issues promptly.

Education and Inspection with Digital Tools

An important aspect of NOK's quality management is its systematic approach to education through digital platforms. The company has established a feedback loop using tablets in the field to facilitate repetitive education, promoting the standardization of knowledge and skills among its workforce. Moreover, the proactive on-site inspections conducted by quality managers allow for early identification of minor discrepancies, which can be swiftly addressed to elevate overall quality standards.

NOK Corporation Overview

NOK Group adopts the philosophy of "Essential Core Manufacturing"—a commitment to support the backbone of society by ensuring safety and comfort. With approximately 37,000 employees in 14 countries, the company is dedicated to high-quality, stable production based on extensive foundational research. NOK continues to supply technologies and products across various industry sectors, including automotive, electronics, healthcare, industrial robotics, and even satellite technology. As a key player in multiple sectors, NOK's innovation guarantees that modern society benefits from a secure and comfortable environment.

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Contact: NOK Corporation Corporate Affairs & Corporate Communications
Phone: 03-5405-6372
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