Revamping Research and Development Strategies for the Future of Business

Revamping Research and Development Strategies for Future Business

On February 9, 2026, a seminar titled "Revamping Research and Development Strategies for the Future of Business" will be held, led by Senior Consultant Toshio Kimura from the Japan Management Association Consulting. This event will explore how companies can shift their research and development (R&D) approaches to navigate the evolving landscape of business and technology.

Seminar Details

- Date and Time: February 9, 2026 (Monday), 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM
- Location: SSK Seminar Room, 4F, Zaimax Nishi-Shimbashi Building, 2-6-2 Nishi-Shimbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo
- Participation Options: Participants can attend in person or join via live stream on Zoom. There will also be an option for on-demand viewing of the seminar for up to two weeks following the event.

Importance of the Seminar

Currently, the R&D sector in Japan is undergoing a significant transformation. Even leading companies are experiencing a decline in the ratio of R&D expenditures to sales. This shift emphasizes a new focus on quality rather than the sheer quantity of investment in R&D. The time of increasing investment in R&D continuously is over. Now, it is more vital than ever for R&D departments and organizations to enhance their value and significantly contribute to business performance.

This seminar will serve as a navigational tool for companies to redesign their R&D functions and strategies. Key learning points include:
1. Enhancing the value and implementation of business and technology strategies.
2. Dramatically improving R&D productivity.
3. Innovating R&D vitality, which includes developing capabilities and revitalization factors that could accelerate or hinder strategic initiatives.

Knowledge to be Gained

Participants will learn:
1. How to develop an R&D strategy that is interconnected with both business and technology strategies.
2. Methods for measuring and enhancing R&D productivity, focusing on theme creation and evaluation for strategic concentration.
3. The implementation of an "R&D vitality diagnosis" and how to leverage the results effectively.

Target Audience

This seminar is designed for:

- Executives overseeing R&D departments.
- Leaders of research teams and development units.
- Staff involved in management planning and research planning efforts.

Seminar Program

The seminar will cover various aspects such as:
1. Challenges Facing R&D: Understand macro environments like economics and scientific competitiveness alongside micro challenges like investment trends and managerial expectations.
2. Characteristics of Successful R&D Firms: Analyze firms that have shown remarkable progress through innovation in products and business models.
3. Current Necessities in R&D Strategy: Discuss integration with business and technology strategies, and improvements in productivity from both managerial and frontline perspectives.
4. Basic Framework for R&D Strategies: Cover fundamental policies, priority areas, key themes, productivity targets, investment strategies, organizational structures, and talent strategies.
5. Processes for Strategy Formulation and Organizational Deployment: Focus on collaborative strategy development with business planning teams and engagement with research labs and development groups.
6. Q&A Session / Networking: An opportunity for participants to exchange ideas and make professional connections.

Contact Information

For inquiries, please contact the New Society System Research Institute:
Location: 4F, Zaimax Nishi-Shimbashi Building, 2-6-2 Nishi-Shimbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 03-5532-8850
Fax: 03-5532-8851
Website: SSK Website

About the New Society System Research Institute (SSK)

Established in December 1996, the New Society System Research Institute (SSK) has been dedicated to providing business seminars annually, striving to offer up-to-date information in a diverse business environment. These seminars focus on various strategies, marketing insights, and technological developments essential for business growth. SSK's goal is to remain a valuable strategic partner, continuously disseminating cutting-edge information.