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GDX to Showcase Transformative Solutions at ODEX Expo

The General Association for Municipal Digital Transformation (GDX) is set to participate in the upcoming 5th Digitalization & DX Promotion Exhibition within the ODEX framework, taking place from June 4 to June 6, 2025. This event will be hosted at the Tokyo Big Sight, and GDX will collaborate with 18 supporting member companies to present a dedicated zone focused on municipal digitalization solutions.

Event Details

• - Event Name: 5th Digitalization & DX Promotion Exhibition (Municipal Digitalization Support Expo within ODEX)
• - Date: June 4 (Wed) to June 6 (Fri), 2025
• - Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• - Venue: Tokyo Big Sight, East Halls 1-3
• - Support: Sponsored by the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, and the Digital Agency.

GDX's Special Zone at ODEX Expo

GDX's exhibition space will highlight a variety of innovative solutions aimed at overcoming the digitalization challenges faced by municipalities. Attendees can explore the latest technologies and services designed to support municipal digital transformation initiatives.

Additionally, GDX will present findings from its Municipal DX Awareness and Actual Conditions Survey, showcasing success stories of collaborations between municipalities and companies. Visitors are encouraged to seek consultation on challenges related to municipal digital transformation.

Membership for the 2025 Fiscal Year

Public Members (For Municipal officials)

GDX is now accepting applications for the 2025 fiscal year public membership, which incurs no joining or annual fees. This membership offers support to local government officials in addressing specific challenges. Benefits include:

• - A quarterly publication titled Municipal DX Guide
• - Access to survey report findings
• - Priority invitations and free participation in events and seminars
• - Opportunities for case studies on advanced municipalities
• - Support for collaboration between member organizations
• - Matching opportunities with private enterprises tailored to specific challenges

The Municipal DX Awareness and Actual Conditions Survey has unveiled disparities in DX promotion across municipalities of different sizes, highlighting common challenges such as uncertainty about where to start and resource limitations. GDX is committed to addressing these issues through comprehensive support, from identifying problems to developing solutions and providing operational assistance.

Supporting Members (For Businesses)

GDX is also seeking businesses interested in becoming supporting members to contribute to regional problem-solving through collaboration with municipalities. The matching business initiative, launched in January 2024, has successfully linked numerous businesses with municipalities, fostering partnerships aimed at creating shared visions for regional futures.

Membership Details:

• - Type: Supporting Members
• - Joining Fee: 50,000 JPY / Annual Fee: 50,000 JPY

Sought Business Areas:
GDX is particularly interested in businesses that aim to tackle municipal challenges in the following areas:

• - Digitalizing administrative procedures: Electronic application systems, one-stop service development
• - Utilizing data: Statistical data analysis, policy formulation support, EBPM solutions
• - Enhancing resident services: Online consultations, telemedicine, monitoring services
• - Improving operational efficiency: AI and RPA implementation, back-office reforms, work style improvements
• - Disaster prevention and crisis management: Disaster information sharing, disaster prevention DX, resilience enhancement
• - Smart city initiatives: Urban operating systems, IoT utilization, MaaS, environmental monitoring
• - Promoting migration and settlement: Creating relationships with communities, regional promotions, supporting workations
• - Educational DX: Response to GIGA initiatives, digital educational materials development, remote education support
• - Revitalizing local economies: Introducing cashless transactions, EC support, tourism DX
• - Strengthening security: Information security measures, BCP planning support
• - Furusato tax: Support for reward item development, portal site operation, donation consulting
• - Public-private partnerships: PPP/PFI, public-private co-creation, businesses addressing social issues

Get Involved

If you are a business interested in addressing regional challenges in collaboration with municipalities, we invite you to consider applying for supporting membership in GDX. For inquiries regarding membership benefits or application details, please contact our office.

Contact Details:

• - Email: [email protected]
• - Phone: 03-6683-0106
• - Membership Registration: Here

The General Association for Municipal Digital Transformation (GDX) is dedicated to promoting the digital transformation of municipalities to foster sustainable community development. They provide a platform for partnership in solving regional issues and innovating through digital technologies, ultimately aiming to accelerate local revitalization. Feel free to reach out for any questions or additional information.