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Nareru Group's Strategic Partnership

In a significant development for the construction industry, Nareru Group, a leading talent dispatch company based in Chiyoda, Tokyo, has announced a strategic business partnership between its core subsidiary, World Corporation, and Arent. This collaboration, set to launch in March 2026, aims to accelerate digital transformation (DX) in the construction sector, which has been grappling with severe labor shortages. By harnessing Nareru Group's talent resources and Arent's innovative DX product, PROCOLLA, the partnership strives to revolutionize the construction landscape.

Background of the Partnership

Nareru Group primarily focuses on dispatching over 3,600 technical experts tailored to various construction needs, including architecture, civil engineering, and plant operations. The group recognizes the ongoing digital transformation in the construction sector and is dedicated to nurturing talents skilled in utilizing ICT tools to enhance productivity and efficiency on construction sites.

Yet, despite these efforts, World Corporation faces challenges in meeting the growing demands of construction sites across the nation due to a lack of available DX personnel and a limited range of ICT tools. The primary goal is to elevate the expertise and skills of each technician to offer added value beyond mere dispatching services.

Arent, on the other hand, operates with a mission to democratize tacit knowledge in the construction industry. It focuses on two main business areas: tackling challenges together with client companies through its DX initiatives and offering SaaS products developed in-house or through mergers and acquisitions. One of its key offerings, the AI-powered project management system PROCOLLA, streamlines traditionally time-consuming tasks such as project planning and information organization, utilizing generative AI technology.

To genuinely address the varied challenges faced in construction, it isn't just about offering excellent products; it's also vital to collaborate with partners who possess high-quality talent and the capability to implement solutions on-site. Hence, Arent has allied with Nareru Group, which boasts extensive experience across diverse construction fields and is committed to developing DX personnel, all to accelerate the implementation of DX in the field. This collaboration aims to firmly establish the framework for delivering the true value of their product throughout the nation, thus driving overall productivity improvements in the industry.

Future Initiatives and Outlook

As a result of this partnership, both companies will engage in several initiatives aimed at contributing to the resolution of industry issues:

1. Creating On-Site DX Personnel: Enhancing productivity at construction sites requires personnel with field experience who can work closely with site managers to tackle real challenges together. A significant barrier has been the lack of trained personnel capable of effectively using DX tools, impeding their adoption. Therefore, World Corporation’s technicians will receive specialized training on PROCOLLA through Arent's program, allowing them to acquire systematic skills. Afterward, they'll be deployed on-site to promote productivity and improve product quality, ensuring they fully understand the genuine challenges faced in the field.

This initiative allows for the dispatch of