New Partnership to Launch 'System of Work' in the Era of AI Cooperation

New Era of Cooperation in AI

In a noteworthy development in the technology sector, 01 Co., based in Adachi, Tokyo, has announced a strategic partnership with Uniserv Corp., a company specializing in system development and SES (System Engineering Service). This collaboration aims to expedite the societal implementation of their groundbreaking initiative, the 'System of Work' (SOW), which seeks to redefine the future of work through AI integration and collaboration.

The Genesis of the Partnership

The partnership between 01 Co. and Uniserv derives its roots from shared experiences and successful projects that the two companies previously embarked upon. Together, they generated revenues of approximately 2.2 billion yen and catered to 600,000 users. Notably, the leaders from both companies, Kouta Takagi and Hayato Kodama, have previously combined their strengths to create substantial business value.

As AI technology continues to evolve, the SOW concept emerges as a vital transition from 'System of Record (SOR)' to 'System of Work (SOW),' due to the explosive growth of the global B2B SaaS market expected to reach new heights by 2026. However, in Japan, while individual and team-level AI adoption is gaining traction, the overall implementation rate across organizations remains disappointingly low. This gap is largely attributed to cultural and psychological barriers present within companies that hinder AI adoption, where 44% of younger workers intentionally sabotage AI initiatives due to fear of job displacement.

To tackle these challenges, the alliance focuses on integrating their technical expertise and operational capabilities. Uniserv brings trust built from approximately 200 million yen in SES business results, while 01 Co. contributes high-class AI consulting know-how and the proprietary PDCA support engine, 'TENPLUS'. This powerful combination is set to establish a revolutionary IT support model that enables client companies to master AI and eventually 'graduate' to self-sufficiency.

Introducing 'System of Work' and TENPLUS

Looking ahead to 2026-2036, the progression from traditional information systems to the self-running processes expected with SOW will be transformative. 01 Co.'s innovative platform, TENPLUS, designed for schedule coordination and target management, aims to position itself as a central component of business operations, streamlining tasks with AI agent capabilities.

Rather than merely filling resource gaps, the mission is to also align organizational behavior with client companies' mission, vision, and values, refining their approaches to organizational transformation. This commitment will unfold in three defined phases:

- Phase 1: Establishing ground presence and solidifying trust through reliable engineering support.
- Phase 2: Implementing and sustaining AI, facilitating its integration into day-to-day operations.
- Phase 3: Fostering self-sufficiency and allowing the workforce to graduate from reliance on manual process to empowerment through technology.

With TENPLUS, by overlaying 'actual data' from tools like Google Calendar with organizational objectives, the platform will uniquely adapt based on user successes, thereby enabling clients to achieve unprecedented results.

Leadership Insights

Both leaders expressed their enthusiasm for the partnership. Kouta Takagi, President of 01 Co., with over 13 years of experience in B2B solution sales and management, emphasized the importance of fostering a culture that transcends traditional SES structures by focusing on client growth.

On the other hand, Hayato Kodama, President of Uniserv, noted that the fusion of their reliable technical expertise with Takagi’s impressive product vision could transform their SES foundation into a growth engine for clients, fostering an environment where every team member can thrive as an AI engineer or consultant on a global platform.

Future Outlook: Transforming Japanese Economy Through AI Adoption

Rather than simply seeking profit maximization, this partnership is committed to revolutionizing Japan's IT landscape by enhancing the pervasiveness of AI infrastructure, which is a critical aspect of escaping Japan's 'Galapagos Syndrome.'

Recognizing that technology adoption can often seem daunting, both companies are dedicated to simplifying the entry into AI use, thus fostering confidence among users.

The proprietary technologies of TENPLUS promise to transcend pure operational efficiency to become a partner in both personal and organizational decision-making, setting the stage for Japan’s next economic chapter. By addressing these hurdles, the aim is to cultivate an environment where AI becomes a seamless element of everyday business life.

For more information on TENPLUS, visit TENPLUS homepage.