Since 2000, FR has been sending takumi experts, highly skilled technicians with extensive experience in Japan's world renowned textiles industry, to partner factories so that they can provide technical assistance, assist with process management and promote the cultivation of human resources on site. Classed into material and sewing technology expertize, the takumi experts share their expertize in China and other production centers. If necessary, they also take on the responsibility of managing and providing guidance in the areas of quality and safety at the partner factories of GU and other Group companies.