Supporting the Expansion of Google Workspace and Gemini at Utsunomiya Seisaku Co., Ltd.

Yoshizumi Information Co., Ltd. (headquartered in Chiyoda, Tokyo) is pleased to announce its support for Utsunomiya Seisaku Co., Ltd. (headquartered in Chuo, Osaka), a comprehensive hygiene product manufacturer with the brand message, "Manufacturing to Protect," in deploying Google Workspace and its generative AI service, Google Workspace with Gemini. Through this project, Yoshizumi Information has facilitated the company-wide adoption of these tools using its supportive programs, "My Start" and "AI Driven," which significantly raised employee awareness of AI and improved operational efficiency.

Background of Implementation

Utsunomiya Seisaku Co., Ltd. had already introduced Google Workspace in 2020; however, its use remained limited primarily to Gmail, with many features such as shared drives not being fully utilized. Consequently, the company faced challenges such as relying on outdated file servers for information sharing, difficulty in accessing information from outside, and the risk of knowledge becoming siloed within individuals. They expressed a need for a supportive partner because they often found it hard to receive responses to inquiries.

Why Yoshizumi Information Was Chosen for Support

Among various potential partners, Utsunomiya Seisaku resonated with Yoshizumi Information's principle of "utilizing existing resources instead of adding functionalities." Given that Utsunomiya was at the phase of exploring how to maximize the use of already implemented tools, the proposal for a supportive program like "My Start," which offers assistance from implementation to utilization, became a key factor in their decision to choose Yoshizumi for support.

Achievements Through Implementation Support

Thanks to the assistance from Yoshizumi Information, there has been a comprehensive advancement in the use of Google Workspace across the company, along with the implementation of a support program for adopting the generative AI Gemini named "AI Driven." This initiative is actively championed by the President of Utsunomiya Seisaku, leading to the promotion of using Gemini within the company.

Consolidation of Google Workspace Usage

There is no longer a need to launch multiple tools, as all information is now centralized within Google Workspace. Employees can share the latest versions of files at all times, and the use of easily collaborative spreadsheets has notably increased at the department level.

Reformation of Awareness About Generative AI

Surveys conducted after the implementation of the "AI Driven" program revealed a drastic improvement in perceptions towards generative AI. The image of AI being a "threat" dropped from 5.8% to 0%, while the perception of AI as "convenient" grew from 69.2% to 84.1%. The psychological barriers for employees regarding AI use significantly lessened.

Realization of Specific Operational Efficiency

Following the "AI Driven" initiative, the percentage of employees reporting they could utilize AI in their work rose from 65.4% to 85.5%. Tangible benefits have been reported, such as reducing email creation time from 15 minutes to 1-5 minutes and shortening meeting minutes preparation time from 40 minutes to just 10 minutes.

Comments from Utsunomiya Seisaku Representatives

A representative from Utsunomiya Seisaku stated, "For companies like ours that feel underutilized despite having implemented tools, the supportive approach of Yoshizumi Information proves effective. Just having someone provide hints when you are uncertain can initiate a good start."

They further emphasized, "Regardless of company size, the utilization of generative AI is essential; it must become as commonplace as using Excel or email. It is crucial for leadership to foster a culture of 'trying it out without fearing complexity.' A secure environment such as Google Workspace allows for safe experimentation. Training should also focus on helping every employee visualize how they can utilize these tools in their own work. Documenting early successes with AI tools can serve as the first step toward broader company-wide adoption. Ensuring that AI is integrated into everyone's daily operations can lead to significant organizational growth."

Additional Information

For detailed information on Utsunomiya Seisaku's implementation case, visit: Utsunomiya Seisaku.

About Utsunomiya Seisaku Co., Ltd.

- Headquarters: 2 Chome-6-4 Tanimachi, Chuo, Osaka
- CEO: Kotaro Onishi
- Website: Utsunomiya Seisaku
- Business Overview: Established in 1903, Utsunomiya Seisaku is a comprehensive hygiene product manufacturer dedicated to supporting a society where people can live safely, securely, and healthily. They focus on a wide range of hygiene products, from medical and caregiving to food industries, and deliver their products globally.

About Yoshizumi Information Co., Ltd.

- Headquarters: 26th floor, Tokyo Sankei Building, 1 Chome-7-2 Otemachi, Chiyoda Tokyo
- CEO: Haruto Akita
- Website: Yoshizumi Information
- Business Overview: Since its founding in 2005, Yoshizumi Information has been a premier partner for Google Cloud, assisting customers with business reform and digital transformation for over a decade. Their comprehensive services include the support of Google Workspace adoption and promoting effective use of generative AI and other tools.