Pioneer Research Center USA conducts a range of technological standardization activities. The center specializes in the development of digital broadcasting receiver software for clients in North America. Pioneer Research Center USA is a part of Research & Development Group. The group is a wholly owned and operated subsidiary of Pioneer Corporation. The company was established in 1947. It also maintains manufacturing plants and research and development laboratories in Japan. The company employs a staff of more than 45,000 individuals. In addition, it offers a variety of consumer and industrial products. Pioneer Corporation provides electronic items, such as DVD and CD players.