| Hitachi, Ltd. (Hitachi) is engaged in developing a diversified product mix ranging from electricity generation systems to consumer products and electronic devices. The Company operates in seven segments: Information & Telecommunication Systems, Electronic Devices, Power & Industrial Systems, Digital Media & Consumer Products, High Functional Materials & Components, Logistics, Services & Others and financial services. In April 2008, Hitachi acquired a majority ownership interest in M-Tech Information Technology, Inc., a provider of identity management software and services. In April 2008, Hitachi, Ltd. established a new wholly owned subsidiary, Hitachi Information & Telecommunication Systems Global Holding Corporation. In March 2008, Hitachi Consulting, the global consulting company of Hitachi, acquired JMN Associates, a provider of consulting services to the financial services, real estate and insurance industries. |
