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KPMG Consulting Triumphs at Coupa Partner Awards

KPMG Consulting, a leading consulting firm based in Tokyo, Japan, has made history by becoming the first Japanese partner to be awarded the coveted 'Sales Partner of the Year' title for the Asia-Pacific (APAC) division by Coupa Software Inc. This recognition was announced during Coupa's annual event, the 'Coupa Inspire Partner Summit,' which celebrates achievements in spending management solutions and fosters collaboration among industry leaders.

Coupa Software, headquartered in California, specializes in Autonomous Spend Management, a platform powered by AI to optimize business spending. The 'Coupa Partner Awards' acknowledge partners that have significantly contributed to the Coupa ecosystem of over 10 million buyers and suppliers. These awards are given based on the impact partners have on delivering innovative solutions, enhancing customer value, and achieving impressive business outcomes.

KPMG’s commitment to working closely with Coupa has been pivotal in transforming their clients' spending management strategies. Their efforts to establish foundational support for long-term transformation were key factors in receiving this award. This achievement highlights KPMG Consulting's dedication to driving meaningful change in spending management within the APAC region, making it a trailblazer among Japanese firms. Notably, this marks the first time a Japanese partner has independently won this award in the APAC category.

Comments from Coupa Leadership

In celebration of this significant award, Hiroichiro Sanomachi, President of Coupa Japan, extended warm congratulations to KPMG Consulting. He remarked, “This remarkable achievement as the first standalone winner for a Japanese enterprise underscores KPMG’s role as a transformational partner addressing the challenges faced by the Japanese corporate landscape, such as improving profit margins and responding to uncertainties. This recognition illustrates the robust acceptance of Coupa in the Japanese market and highlights our partner ecosystem’s world-class standards. We look forward to deepening our collaboration to support sustainable growth for Japanese companies.”

A Strong Partnership for Digital Transformation

KPMG Consulting and Coupa are committed to enhancing digital transformation (DX) efforts and sustainable growth for Japanese enterprises through their strong partnership. The collaboration aims not only to address spending management but also to innovate business processes, thereby contributing to the overall health of the economy.

About Coupa

Coupa stands at the forefront of AI-powered technology, optimizing corporate spending through its cutting-edge Autonomous Spend Management platform. With over 20 years of experience, Coupa harnesses transaction data amounting to $9.5 trillion from a community of over 3,200 customers. Its intelligent AI agents integrate more than 10 million buyers and suppliers, automating transactions seamlessly and functioning as a 'Margin Multiplier™' to drive profitability for businesses. More information about Coupa can be found at coupa.co.jp, or by following their social media channels on Facebook, LinkedIn, and X (formerly Twitter).

About KPMG Consulting

KPMG Consulting is a comprehensive consulting firm that supports businesses and organizations in transforming through strategic insights across five key domains: strategy, business transformation, technology/digital, risk consulting, and business innovation. Leveraging extensive experience and expertise, KPMG Japan consultants collaborate across ten professional firms within the KPMG global network, providing support aimed at enhancing corporate value for their clients.

With this award, KPMG Consulting not only reinforces its position as a leader in consulting but also exemplifies the evolving landscape of spending management in collaboration with innovative partners like Coupa. Together, they are paving the way for future advancements in the industry.