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Overview of the Seminar

The cloud-based management support service, bixid, offered by YK Planning Co., Ltd., is set to host a significant seminar for local financial institutions. This event is co-sponsored with Seminar Info, Inc. and will take place on September 8, 2026, at 1:00 PM in a conference room located within Seminar Info's headquarters in Chuo, Tokyo.

The seminar, titled "Enhancing Dialogue Skills of Local Financial Institutions: Predictive Management and Support in Changing Financial Environments", aims to address the evolving roles of financial institutions amidst ongoing economic changes.

Importance of the Seminar

In the current financial landscape, local financial institutions are called to not only provide funding but also engage in ongoing dialogues with businesses to identify management challenges. This seminar will feature Hideo Oshima from the Japan Research Institute, who will elucidate the changes surrounding local financial institutions and the importance of enhancing dialogue through digital tools.

Following his presentation, Takashi Munekata from YK Planning will share insights derived from a survey conducted among local financial institutions regarding the current status and challenges of predictive management. He will introduce a new practical model for continuous support using financial data.

Seminar Program

Part 1: Enhancing Corporate Business at Local Financial Institutions

(1:00 PM - 1:40 PM)

• - Speaker: Hideo Oshima, Chief Researcher, Financial Research Center, Japan Research Institute
• - Content: This segment will explore the challenges faced by local financial institutions in a world influenced by rising interest rates. With the profitability of deposit and lending businesses improving, the competition remains fierce as financial entities intensify their lending strategies. The session will cover the accelerating digitization and diversification of banking services, compelling local institutions to compete beyond their traditional boundaries. The focus will be on identifying areas where local financial institutions can leverage their strengths, particularly in corporate business.

Part 2: Current Status of Predictive Management and Continuous Support

(1:45 PM - 2:30 PM)

• - Speaker: Takashi Munekata, Executive Officer, YK Planning
• - Content: This part will utilize survey results to highlight the present landscape of predictive management and continuous support shifting from mere financial assistance to partnership with small businesses. Munekata will discuss a new supportive model, emphasizing early detection of challenges through a continuous assessment of financial accounting data.

Event Details

• - Date and Time: September 8, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM (Registration starts at 12:30 PM)
• - Location: Conference Room, Seminar Info, 1-8-1 Nihonbashi Kayabacho, Chuo, Tokyo, 4th Floor
• - Registration Fee: Free
• - Target Audience: Representatives from local banks, credit unions, and other financial entities including securities, insurance, leasing, and card companies.
• - Organizers: YK Planning Co., Ltd., Seminar Info, Inc.
• - Registration Deadline: September 7, 2026, by 12:00 PM
• - For More Information and Registration: Click Here

About Bixid

Bixid is an advanced management support cloud developed and provided by YK Planning. It supports various accounting software, offering features such as automatic data checks, monthly management monitoring, and analytical tools to assist businesses in crafting effective management plans. Additionally, it facilitates data sharing among corporates, accounting firms, consultants, and financial institutions, allowing for easy and cost-free access across multiple devices including browsers, smartphones, and tablets.

About YK Planning

Founded on January 6, 1986, YK Planning strives to eliminate the isolation of business owners nationwide by collaborating with tax advisors and accounting firms to create a robust management support platform that fosters the present and future of small enterprises. The company is committed to making business management engaging and empowering teams and employees across all small businesses.