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The Future of ERP: Introducing Claudio Neo

As businesses strive to remain competitive in a fast-evolving landscape, effective resource planning becomes crucial. At the forefront of this evolution is Claudio Neo, the next-generation ERP solution developed by Claudio Corporation, based in Chuo, Tokyo. Officially launching on June 17, 2025, Claudio Neo aims to revolutionize how businesses engage with their ERP systems.

The Concept of Claudio Neo

Claudio Neo represents a significant shift from traditional ERP systems by integrating low-code applications designed for business improvement. This hybrid approach ensures that the solution is not only cost-effective but also tailored to meet specific operational needs, making it much easier for users to navigate and utilize.

Client feedback during the trial phase highlighted a common concern: the ambiguity surrounding costs during implementation. In response, Claudio has introduced an Add-on Pack, allowing businesses to select necessary features in packages of five, ten, or fifteen functionalities. This clear pricing structure and ease of requirement consolidation make the adoption of Claudio Neo far more flexible and user-friendly than conventional ERP setups.

Addressing the Challenges of Traditional ERP Systems

In the past, ERP implementations often focused on a Fit & Gap analysis, compelling organizations to define all operational requirements upfront. This approach can burden small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with significant initial costs and is commonly cited as a barrier to effective system integration.

Even when businesses opt for broadly available and affordable ERP packages, they often encounter issues stemming from either excess functionality or inadequate customization. The high stakes of investment can lead to frustration when features go unused yet still incur maintenance costs. Claudio Neo is engineered to address these pain points through a feedback-driven development process that began with its beta rollout in December 2024.

Features of Claudio Neo

Claudio Neo is not just about function; it's about versatility and evolution. By incorporating cutting-edge technologies like Agile Development, Cloud Computing, and Generative AI, the solution is designed from the ground up to prioritize user needs. The implementation phase involves direct collaboration with Claudio's engineers, ensuring businesses receive support every step of the way. Ultimately, Claudio aspires to foster Citizen Development, enabling employees—regardless of their technical background—to create and enhance their own applications using low-code/no-code tools.

What the Add-on Pack Offers

The newly designed Add-on Pack deviates from traditional template functionalities, instead allowing clients to choose based on their operational requirements. Potential areas of expansion include:

• - Integration with Microsoft 365 (Teams, Outlook, Excel)
• - App extensions via Power Platform (with Copilot support)
• - Custom additions for screens, reports, and business functions
• - Connectivity with external systems and approval workflows

Pricing Structure

Claudio Neo's pricing is structured to accommodate a variety of business sizes:

• - Basic Implementation Plan for up to 15 employees starts at ¥980,000 (excluding tax) with a monthly fee of ¥78,000 (excluding tax).
• - For organizations with 16 to 100 employees, the initial setup is ¥2,980,000 (excluding tax) with a monthly fee of ¥198,000 (excluding tax).
• - Custom quotes are available for companies with over 100 employees.
• - Add-on Packs cost ¥3,000,000, ¥5,000,000, and ¥7,000,000 (all excluding tax) for 5, 10, and 15 features, respectively, with a maintenance fee of ¥100,000 monthly (excluding tax).

Future Directions

Moving forward, Claudio Neo intends to enhance its add-on capabilities, bolster integration with generative AI, and provide tailored templates for various industries. The goal is to establish a comprehensive platform that extends beyond traditional ERP functionalities and drives real business transformation.

Message from Leadership

Masaki Ishikawa, Chairman of Claudio Corporation, expressed his vision: “We are committed to reducing the barriers to ERP systems and advancing the digital transformation of Japanese businesses. Claudio Neo is designed to ensure that users can develop the applications that suit their needs without the complexities that have historically hindered ERP utilities.”

Ishikawa believes in changing the outdated notion that “business improvement must be outsourced.” He envisions a world where companies can nurture their capacity for improvement and foster a culture of self-driven change within their organizations. Through Claudio Neo, he aspires to empower businesses with the tools to catalyze their transformations.

The advent of Claudio Neo is a pivotal moment in the ERP landscape, promising to deliver not just improvements but a fundamental shift in how businesses harness technology to achieve their goals.