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Media Fusion Unveils a New Era in Estimation Management

Media Fusion Co., Ltd., located in Osaka, is set to make waves in the world of estimation management with the launch of their new "MF Estimate Management DX System" in summer 2026. This innovative system leverages years of in-house refinement of Excel-based estimation processes, transforming them into a robust application template on Kintone. By doing so, the company addresses persistent challenges faced by organizations currently reliant on Excel for their estimation workflows.

Background of the Innovation

Many companies have built their estimation workflows around Excel for years. While Excel is flexible and easy to use, it does come with several drawbacks:

• - Difficulty in version control.
• - Lack of documented approval history.
• - Inability to connect seamlessly with accounting systems.
• - Increased administrative burden and potential errors due to manual data entry.

Even with the implementation of dedicated estimation management software, many workers find that the systems are too complicated, leading them to revert back to Excel. Media Fusion aims to maintain the freedom that comes with Excel while introducing necessary automation and systematic structures within the organizations. The MF Estimate Management DX System is a culmination of this vision, developed and refined through substantial internal use over the years.

Key Features and Benefits

1. Maintaining Excel Integration: The new system continues to allow estimations to be created using familiar Excel templates. Users can bulk import estimation and cost data into the Kintone platform, where the management, approval, and aggregation processes will occur, enhancing usability and minimizing the need for redesigning existing templates.

2. Centralized Approval and Tracking: The system incorporates standard features such as approval workflows, status management, and change history tracking. This allows organizations to verify who approved what and when, thereby enhancing accountability.

3. Cost Management Simultaneously: While creating estimates, the system performs cost and profit calculations in real-time. Sensitive internal data can be hidden from external documents, ensuring that only necessary information is shared.

4. Comprehensive Process Automation: From estimates, the system can generate purchase orders, acknowledgement letters, delivery notes, and request for invoice issuance automatically. Additionally, it integrates with Freee accounting, transferring invoice issuance data seamlessly.

5. Flexible Kintone Template: Users can customize the management items, workflows, and integrations with accounting systems beyond Freee. This flexibility ensures that the template can adapt to the unique requirements of various businesses.

6. No Programming Required: Utilizing Media Fusion’s "CabineX for Kintone," the system makes Excel input and output manageable without the need for extensive coding. Users can set the data mapping between Excel and Kintone via a free web GUI tool.

Use Cases

The MF Estimate Management DX System is tailored for businesses looking to continue using Excel estimates while establishing thorough approval processes, history tracking, and accounting integrations. It is particularly useful for:

• - Organizations needing to document change histories and decision rationales.
• - Businesses seeking adaptable estimation management systems.
• - SMEs already using or considering implementing Kintone.

Product Overview

The MF Estimate Management DX System will officially launch in the summer of 2026. Companies interested in this innovative solution are encouraged to reach out to Media Fusion for more information and to schedule consultations.

Company Overview

Media Fusion has been committed to advancing digital transformation for businesses and public organizations since its establishment in 1995. By integrating existing business systems with Microsoft 365, they are adept at creating serverless systems that enhance operational efficiency.

If you wish to learn more about the MF Estimate Management DX System or explore its potential for your organization, please contact Media Fusion at their Osaka or Tokyo offices.