JICA trains teachers, students on ‘monozukuri’

THE Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) has trained teachers and students in Cebu on Japanese manufacturing standards and philosophy called “monozukuri” to further boost the country’s manufacturing industry and employability of Filipino graduates.

“Monozukuri” is a popular Japanese approach and philosophy of pursuing innovation in manufacturing that aims to maximize customer satisfaction and create excellent products. It also refers to a work culture anchored on community coexistence, environment harmony and effective resource utilization.