Multinational company embedding people with disabilities into product development

In 2023, Panasonic – a multinational electronics company based in Osaka, Japan – launched its Inclusive Design Framework to ensure the involvement of persons with disabilities throughout the company’s whole product development cycle. By 2025, 30 inclusive design projects had been launched or are awaiting public release, and over 1,000 employees had been trained, with the framework currently expanding group wide. 

Solution: Inclusive Design Framework
Organization: Panasonic Corp.
Country of Implementation: Worldwide

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[Alt text: A person’s hand presses a button on a microwave with clear, tactile controls. The image illustrates thoughtful design that makes everyday appliances easier and safer for all users, promoting accessibility and dignity in daily living.]