Toshiba
Toshiba is a Japanese multinational conglomerate headquartered in Tokyo. The company was established in 1875 as Tanaka Seisakusho by Hisaoka Tanaka and was later renamed to Tokyo Shibaura Denki (Tokyo Shibaura Electric) in 1939, which is where the name "Toshiba" originates from.
History
Products and Services
Toshiba has a diverse portfolio of products and services:
- Electronics: Consumer electronics like televisions, laptops, and home appliances.
- Energy: Nuclear power, thermal power, and renewable energy solutions.
- Healthcare: Medical equipment, including CT scanners, MRI systems, and ultrasound machines.
- Storage Devices: Hard disk drives, SSDs, and memory solutions.
- Semiconductors: Toshiba is known for its contributions to the semiconductor industry, particularly in NAND flash memory.
Recent Developments
- In 2021, Toshiba faced another challenge with its board of directors rejecting several restructuring proposals from investors, leading to ongoing corporate governance issues.
Corporate Structure
Toshiba is organized into several core business segments:
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