Group Philosophy“Look Beyond”

“Look Beyond” is the AGC Group’s group philosophy on which all the activities of the Group are founded.

“Look Beyond” Anticipate and envision the future,
“Look Beyond” Have perspectives beyond our own fields of expertise,
“Look Beyond” Pursue innovations, not becoming complacent with the status quo.
Through our philosophy of “Look Beyond”, we will continue to create value worldwide, demonstrating the vast potential of the Group’s entire organization.

Group Philosophy “Look Beyond” Framework

Our Purpose

AGC, an everyday essential part of our world

We “Look Beyond”to make people’s lives better around the world by delivering our unique materials and solutions.

We, the AGC Group, aim to continue being the "first choice" solution provider for our customers by building long-term trusted relationships with them through unique materials and solutions developed using our wide-ranging material and production technologies.
We will continue offering products and solutions that customers and society need, thereby making people's lives better around the world every day.

Our Shared Values

Innovation & Operational Excellence

  • We always “Look Beyond”and tirelessly pursue innovations in technology, products, and services.
  • We aim for excellence in quality and efficiency through continuous improvement.
  • We continually challenge ourselves to deliver value through innovation and operational excellence.

Sustainability for a Blue Planet

  • We contribute to creating a sustainable society and constantly grow and evolve.
  • We achieve economic value through fostering social value.
  • We strive to create safe and secure workplaces.

One Team with Diversity

  • We value different perspectives.
  • We seek diverse capabilities and personalities of individuals of all backgrounds and beliefs, and by leveraging each other’s strengths we create value as One Team.

Integrity & Trust

  • We comply with all applicable laws and regulations, building open and fair relationships with all our stakeholders based on the highest ethical standards.
  • We aim to achieve customer satisfaction and trust for all our products and services.
  • We create trust with all stakeholders, internally and externally, by acting with integrity.

Our Spirit

“Never take the easy way out, but confront difficulties.”

  • These are the words of Toshiya Iwasaki who founded Asahi Glass Co., Ltd. in September, 1907.

Details are available at the AGC Group Philosophy “Look Beyond” Guidebook for the AGC Group members.

AGC Group Philosophy ”Look Beyond” Guidebook for the AGC Group members