Panasonic Corporation (abbreviated: Panasonic Corporation; Panasonic) is a world-renowned Japanese multinational company whose business spans home appliances, digital audio-visual, electronics, office supplies, aviation and other fields. It was founded in 1918 by Mr. Konosuke Matsushita, the "God of Management". In addition to manufacturing, Matsushita provides a variety of businesses including services and information system solutions, and conducts market- and customer-oriented business activities.