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Moraine Corporation's Successful Kickoff Meeting 2025

Moraine Corporation, a benchmarking firm in infection control located in Nakano, Tokyo, hosted its annual event, the "Moraine Kick Off Meeting (MKOM) 2025," on September 5, 2025. According to a post-event survey, over 80% of attending employees felt a significant improvement in cross-department communication and a deeper understanding of management policies. This solidifies their organizational engagement, a crucial metric in human capital management.

The theme for this year's event was "Beyond the Quality of Relationships - Aiming for a Team Where 1+1=3." Centered around team building, the event sought to enhance organizational engagement. The ensuing survey yielded noteworthy insights:

1. Understanding of Management Policies: When asked if their understanding of company policies deepened, the average rating was 4.31 out of 5, with 82.1% of respondents answering 4 or 5. This indicates a successful conveyance of messages from the management team throughout the organization.

2. Enhanced Engagement and Collaboration: Participants reported substantial improvement in inter-departmental communication and unity within the organization, demonstrating that MKOM 2025 fostered a strong sense of belonging.

Insights from the CEO

During the event, CEO Tsuneki Kusaba delivered his annual keynote address, discussing the essence of infection control and the future of Moraine. He pointed out the evident labor shortages in the healthcare industry, which may vary by region due to the declining population. The integration of automation through AI and robotics will become increasingly necessary.

He emphasized that, regardless of advancements in hospital automation, the fundamental goal of "protecting people from infectious diseases" remains unchanged. Facing patients directly, the vision of Moraine—to realize a future where infections don’t distance people—becomes even more significant.

Kusaba reiterated the importance of recognizing the company's vision, mission, and values, stressing that while achieving results is important, the underlying purpose—"meaningful goals"—is paramount. When these goals resonate clearly, employees develop a sense of ownership, enhancing their motivation.

In his speech, he passionately declared, "Infection control exists to make people happy," and asserted that it embodies compassion.

Kusaba also clarified that Moraine’s corporate approach focuses on saving patients and protecting healthcare workers, rather than solely chasing numbers. He aims to foster an environment where every employee can sincerely feel they are glad to work at Moraine.

Departmental Presentations: A Unique Approach

Each department presented their goals and initiatives in a creative manner, some even using anime characters or popular TV shows as analogies. The atmosphere was filled with laughter and enthusiasm throughout, emphasizing that these presentations highlight and embody Moraine's seven core values. It was not just about creativity but also an opportunity for departments to recognize their roles and deepen mutual understanding.

Team Building through Puzzle Games

Moraine believes enhancing interpersonal quality within the organization leads to growth. This year’s MKOM featured puzzle games designed for team building, focusing on logical thinking and collaboration. Dedicated time for individual work and team discussion encouraged participants to engage earnestly while being aware of their roles.

Awards Ceremony: Fostering Collaboration

The latter part of MKOM included an awards ceremony, recognizing outstanding employees. The "Evolution Award," which acknowledges the most developed employee over the year, prioritizes collaboration and manifestation of company values over mere results, a unique recognition that garnered much attention. The heartfelt messages from Kusaba during the award presentation held participants’ rapt attention, followed by warm applause.

Survey Results: Impact of MKOM on Employee Awareness

1. Increased Understanding of Management Policies: 82.1% of employees affirmed they understood management policies better after the event, demonstrating effective communication from the leadership to all employees.

2. Significant Improvement in Inter-departmental Collaboration: More than 80% of participants experienced enhanced communication with colleagues from different departments. This contributed greatly to strengthening collaboration and a sense of unity across the organization. Furthermore, employees reported a clearer grasp of company goals, increased purpose in daily tasks, and a better understanding of how their work relates to broader company objectives.

The Importance of Organizational Strength in Infection Control

As a specialist in infection control, Moraine continues to prioritize the development of each employee and the strengthening of teamwork. The COVID-19 pandemic underscored the necessity for "organizational strength" in infection control efforts.

The company plans to regularly hold events like MKOM to foster mutual understanding among employees and build relationships that encourage growth, aiming for sustainable progress as a business and contributing to societal challenges.

About Moraine Corporation

Founded in 1993, Moraine Corporation is dedicated to consulting and providing products specializing in infection control. With a commitment to safeguarding against hospital-acquired infections, Moraine collaborates closely with healthcare settings to deliver a comprehensive range of infection prevention products and operational support. They maintain a strong track record, partnering with over 70% of designated infectious disease hospitals across Japan.

CEO: Tsuneki Kusaba
Location: 5-1-1 Higashi-Nakano, Nakano-ku, Tokyo
Established: 1993
Website: Moraine Corporation