[NEC Networks & System Integration] Received Disaster Response Special Award and Corporate Disaster Prevention Award at BCAO Award 2025

NEC Networks & System Integration Corporation has received the 'Disaster Response Special Award' and the 'Corporate Disaster Prevention Award' for the 2024 Noto Peninsula Earthquake at the 'BCAO Award 2025,' hosted by the Business Continuity Advancement Organization (BCAO).

About the BCAO Award 2025 - Objective: To recognize individuals and organizations that have contributed to the promotion and implementation of Business Continuity (BC) in Japan. - Award Ceremony: May 19, 2026 (Tuesday) at Tokyo Women's Plaza. - Details: Please visit the official BCAO website (https://www.bcao.org/).

Award Summary - Award Titles: BCAO Award 2025, Noto Peninsula Earthquake 'Disaster Response Special Award,' and 'Corporate Disaster Prevention Award.' - Categories: Disaster Prevention, Case Studies/Individuals. - Reasons for Award: - Implementation of rapid and multi-faceted business continuity support during the 2024 Noto Peninsula Earthquake. - Construction and operation of a 'Digital Disaster Response Room' independent of time, location, and personnel. - Realization of 'Kyojo' (mutual support) with the local community.

Evaluation Highlights The company, specializing in the design and provision of ICT systems and equipment, supported disaster response efforts for client local governments (Ishikawa Prefectural Government, Noto Town Office, Shika Town Office) following the 2024 Noto Peninsula Earthquake. They identified the need for support three days after the quake and began providing and lending equipment the following day. Their long-term commitment to addressing municipal challenges from emergency response through to recovery, combined with the scale of support, was highly commended.

Furthermore, the company was recognized for its technical support of remote classes for affected high schools in Ishikawa Prefecture, ensuring continuous learning. Additionally, their dedication to improving services based on lessons learned from support activities—resulting in the implementation of the 'Digital Disaster Response Room' and internal human resource development—was also highly valued for its contribution to future disaster response efforts.