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Transforming Operations at Gunma Safari Park

In a significant move towards digital transformation, Gunma Safari Park has implemented the information-sharing tool, Stock, developed by Stock Inc. The park, located in Gunma Prefecture, Japan, operates multiple facilities, including a safari park, retail outlets, and dining services. In a recent case study, the company revealed how the transition from paper-based operations to a digital ecosystem drastically improved their workflows and communication.

The Challenge of Traditional Operations

Prior to adopting Stock, Gunma Safari Park faced numerous challenges due to its reliance on paper documentation for all applications and communications. This traditional approach often led to drawbacks such as high physical movement costs, erroneous orders, and fragmented information sharing between departments. These inefficiencies hindered the park's operational effectiveness and employee morale.

The Transition to Stock

Recognizing the need for improvement, the management decided to introduce Stock as a solution. The platform enables all applications, approvals, and information-sharing processes to be conducted online, minimizing the need for physical paperwork. As a result, Gunma Safari Park experienced a remarkable reduction in overtime work, fostering better collaboration across departments.

“Implementing Stock has changed how we work and significantly reduced overtime. If I were told to return to paper-based operations, I’d genuinely find it incredibly challenging,” remarked Mr. Watanabe from the General Affairs department at Gunma Safari World Co., the parent company of Gunma Safari Park.

Benefits Realized

The introduction of Stock not only streamlined processes but also cultivated a culture of open communication and cooperation between different teams. Employees could now access important information quickly and reliably, allowing them to focus more on customer engagement and park operations rather than being bogged down by administrative tasks.

By utilizing Stock, Gunma Safari Park enhanced its operational efficiency and overall workplace satisfaction. The tool proved to be a game-changer by removing the stress associated with information sharing and task management.

About Stock

Stock is designed to help teams manage their information in the simplest manner possible. Particularly effective for teams with up to 100 members, Stock’s features include “information stock” for managing client interaction records, meeting minutes, work requests, and inquiry management, as well as task and messaging functionalities. The tool has already been adopted by over 250,000 companies, particularly benefiting numerous non-IT organizations.

For more detailed insights into how Gunma Safari Park has successfully integrated Stock into its operations, you can read the full case study on their implementation.

Company Profiles

Gunma Safari World Co.

• - Representative: Shoichi Kikuchi
• - Location: 1 Okamoto, Tomioka City, Gunma Prefecture
• - Employees: 150 (including part-time workers)
• - Business Focus: Management of safari parks, retail, and food-related facilities
• - Website: Gunma Safari Park

Stock Inc.

• - Representative: Daisuke Sawamura
• - Established: April 2014
• - Location: 2-8-3 Higashi-Nihonbashi, Chuo City, Tokyo
• - Business Focus: Development and management of knowledge management tools such as “Narecan” and information-sharing tool “Stock”
• - Certifications: ISO/IEC 27001:2022, ISO/IEC 27017:2015
• - Website: Stock

In conclusion, Gunma Safari Park's strategic partnership with Stock Inc. exemplifies how digital tools can help non-IT businesses overcome traditional barriers, ultimately leading to better operational outcomes and enhanced employee satisfaction.