The creation ofnew markets is often dependent on component technologies opening up opportunities, rather than thedevelopmentof entire supply chains ofproducts.
With the establishment of Consumer Products and Services Group in April 2011, Sony will focus on accelerating thedevelopmentof innovative next generation products and aim to deliver a new lifestyle by strengthening the integration of hardware and network services.
Its focus is onthedevelopmentofnew digital technologies including audio video, navigation and satellite radio, while maintaining its strong heritage in products for car audio enthusiasts and sound competitors.