Winners / Selection Rationale
2001 1st Porter Prize Winner
MABUCHI MOTOR CO., LTD.
Continuous implementation of a standardization strategy for small DC brush motors spanning half a century, and maintenance of the top position in the global market.
Matsui Securities Co., Ltd.
Making a conscious choice about “what not to do,” and choosing to specialize in credit transaction services for individuals
Canon, Inc.
Using its grasp of the needs of small and medium enterprises and its exceptional financing capability to cross-sell 40 types of financial products and services through offices located across the nation
HOYA Corporation
High-value-added and customization strategy