Panasonic Electric Works Co., Ltd. (Panasonic EW) launched the 'CO-JO' co-creation program to create new value in factories, accepting partner applications from June 5, 2026. The program aims to balance well-being and productivity, addressing severe issues like labor shortages and skill succession. This initiative is part of the 'Panasonic Accelerator by Electric Works Company'. Supported by UNIDGE, an AlphaDrive subsidiary, it seeks to realize factories where people can grow and work sustainably. Ideas are sought in 5 areas: 1. Air conditioning/environment improvement; 2. Work support/automation; 3. Safety/health promotion; 4. HR development/skill succession; 5. Free theme. Applicants must be registered corporations with commercialized or verified services/technologies capable of initial market entry, and commit until the final pitch in March 2027. Schedule: June 5, 2026 (Recruitment starts), June 23, 2026 (Online briefing), July 19, 2026 (Application deadline), Oct 2026 - Mar 2027 (Solution verification and final pitch).

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