Annual Report 1998 - Omron

A pioneer in the field of automation, OMRON
Corporation is one of the world’s premier manufacturers
of automation components, equipment,
and systems with advanced computer,
communications, and control technologies.
OMRON’s versatile lineup of products
includes relays, sensors, and switches; computer
systems for factory automation (FA); and
large-scale control and information systems.
Our Seventh Mid-Term Management Plan is
focused on achieving mid-to-long-term growth
through structural reforms targeting three
major goals:
•creating a growth-oriented structure,
•establishing an innovative cost structure, and
•revitalizing corporate resources.
Significant progress has been made in these
three areas during the year under review.
Financial Highlights ............................................................................. 1
To Our Shareholders ........................................................................... 2
Progress Report of the Seventh Mid-Term Management Plan ............. 5
Review of Operations.......................................................................... 8
Omron’s Commitment to Environmental Protection ..........................15
Board of Directors ...............................................................................18
Financial Section..................................................................................19
International Network.........................................................................43
Corporate Data ....................................................................................46