Samsung Electronics Vice Chairman Han Jong-hee: "Strengthening Fundamental Competitiveness is the Top Priority"

"Let us prioritize strengthening our core competitiveness, including the key value of Samsung Electronics that has led the company: the super-gap technology."

Han Jong-hee, Vice Chairman and CEO of Samsung Electronics, emphasized the need for Samsung Electronics to have unparalleled competitiveness at the New Year's ceremony held on the 2nd at Suwon Digital City.

In a joint New Year's address with CEO Kyung Kye-hyun on the same day, Vice Chairman Han urged ▲strengthening core competitiveness based on super-gap technology ▲securing future adaptability through AI, Eco (environmentally friendly), and lifestyle innovation ▲and building a robust corporate culture.

Vice Chairman Han Jong-hee and President Kyung Kye-hyun of Samsung Electronics (from left). [Photo by Samsung Electronics]

Vice Chairman Han stated, "The DS Division, which has led semiconductor technology for the past 50 years, should not only widen the gap with competitors but also establish unparalleled competitiveness within the industry." He added, "The DX Division should prioritize quality competitiveness such as perceived performance and emotional quality, fundamentally consider usability from the customer's perspective, and provide differentiated solutions unique to Samsung Electronics."

He also mentioned that Samsung Electronics must develop 'future adaptability' to become a new game changer. Regarding AI innovation, Han said, "Let us revolutionize device usage experiences by applying generative AI and actively utilize it in work to drastically change the way we work." He continued, "Eco innovation is becoming the new standard for next-generation devices," and proposed, "Let us actively discover future eco-friendly products through a fundamental shift in mindset, moving away from past passive environmental responses."

He also called for the establishment of an autonomous and proactive organizational culture, urging the 'building of a robust corporate culture.' Vice Chairman Han said, "Leaders should facilitate accurate communication and candid, constructive discussions within the organization so that members can work with authority and responsibility," and added, "Let us build a top-tier corporate culture that produces results through self-directed time management."

In conclusion, Vice Chairman Han said, "Please do not forget that the first promise necessary for the company's development and a better future is the practice of compliance and the establishment of a compliance culture."

The ceremony proceeded in the order of a congratulatory performance (Samsung Philharmonic), awards ceremony (Samsung Masters and Annual Awards), New Year's address, and viewing of a commemorative video. Families of the awardees of the 'Samsung Masters,' which signifies the company's top technical experts, and the 'Annual Awards,' given to outstanding performers of the year, also attended.

Meanwhile, Samsung Electronics Chairman Lee Jae-yong is known to encourage employees through on-site visits without a separate New Year's address, as in previous years. Chairman Lee attended the economic community's New Year's meeting held in Yeouido, Seoul, on the morning of the same day.

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