Personal Information Protection Policy
(Global Digital Subscription Service for SPICE Models)
Marutsu Elec Co., Ltd. (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) operates digital services including subscription-based access to SPICE models, downloadable engineering content, and related technical services.
In the course of providing these services, we collect and process personal information entrusted to us by customers, business partners, users, and employees. We recognize that personal information fundamentally belongs to the individual concerned and understand that the trust placed in us through the handling of such information is essential to the provision of our services.
Accordingly, the Company is committed to organization-wide efforts to protect personal information and to maintaining the trust of customers, business partners, and the broader public. To contribute to the sound development of an advanced information society, the Company establishes and implements the following Personal Information Protection Policy.
1. Lawful Collection and Appropriate Use of Personal Information
The Company shall collect and process personal information only through lawful and appropriate means in connection with:
operation of subscription-based digital services;
provision of downloadable SPICE models and related content;
technical support and customer communications;
business operations and administration; and
employment and recruitment activities.
The Company shall follow established internal procedures when collecting personal information and implement appropriate monitoring and governance measures to prevent unauthorized use beyond the intended purposes.
Personal information shall be used, disclosed, and managed only within the scope necessary for legitimate business purposes.
2. Compliance with Laws, Regulations, and Standards
The Company shall identify and comply with:
applicable privacy and data protection laws;
governmental guidelines;
industry standards; and
contractual obligations relating to personal information.
The Company shall maintain systems enabling employees and relevant personnel to access applicable requirements at all times and shall continuously monitor legal and regulatory developments to maintain ongoing compliance.
3. Security Measures and Risk Management
To prevent:
unauthorized access;
leakage;
loss;
destruction; or
alteration
of personal information, the Company shall conduct periodic risk assessments and implement appropriate security measures.
The Company shall maintain and continuously improve organizational, human, technical, and physical safeguards, including:
internal security procedures;
access controls;
employee training;
cybersecurity protections;
secure system management; and
monitoring measures.
The Company shall also maintain appropriate oversight of employees, contractors, and third-party service providers handling personal information.
4. Complaints and Inquiries Regarding Personal Information
The Company shall establish appropriate contact points and designate responsible personnel to ensure smooth handling of:
complaints;
inquiries;
requests for consultation; and
concerns regarding personal information.
The Company shall provide accessible information regarding privacy-related inquiries through its website and other appropriate communication channels.
5. Continuous Improvement
The Company shall establish, implement, maintain, and continuously improve its Personal Information Protection Management System in order to strengthen privacy governance and ensure ongoing protection of personal information.
The Company is committed to continuously reviewing and improving its privacy practices in response to changes in:
laws and regulations;
technologies;
cybersecurity risks; and
business operations.
6. Contact Information for Privacy-Related Inquiries
For inquiries regarding this Personal Information Protection Policy, or for complaints and consultations regarding personal information, please contact:
Marutsu Elec Co., Ltd.
Information Management & Security Office
Business Hours: Weekdays, 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. (Japan Standard Time)
Email: marutsuelec@marutsu.co.jp
TEL: +81-776-22-0264
FAX: +81-776-50-3502
7. Privacy Administrator
General Manager
Information Management & Security Office
Marutsu Elec Co., Ltd.