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Exploring AI Integration in Organizations

On August 4, 2026, the highly anticipated online conference "AX Day 2026 August" will be held, hosted by Shoeisha Co., Ltd. This event aims to delve into the theme, "DIVE into the AX Wave! Going Beyond Efficiency to Grow Your AI-Native Organization." Facilitating discussions will be prominent figures like Yasutaka Fukuda, author of THE MODEL, and prominent organizations such as DeNA and SoftBank, along with noted expert Hideki Hasegawa, often referred to as the Fighting CIO. Participants will explore the strategies necessary to evolve organizations into AI-native setups.

The session to watch is titled “Towards Organizations that Integrate AI: Kao's Practical DX Promotion and Human Resource Transformation” featuring Hiroshi Kuwahara from Kao Corporation, who heads the Digital Strategy Department. His presentation will shed light on how Kao is positioning AI at the core of its digital transformation, per their mid-term management plan, K27. Notably selected as a “DX Brand 2026,” Kao has made significant strides in establishing a backbone for data and AI utilization and nurturing talent equipped for AI integration.

Kuwahara will discuss the organizational changes implemented and share insights on how over 4,000 citizen developers are being cultivated as part of Kao's digital strategy initiatives. This presentation promises to provide valuable learnings for entities on their own DX journeys.

Event Overview

• - Event Name: AX Day 2026 August
• - Theme: DIVE into the AX Wave! Going Beyond Efficiency to Grow Your AI-Native Organization.
• - Date & Time: August 4, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM (JST)
• - Format: Online live streaming
• - Participation Fee: Free (Registration Required)
• - Target Audience: This event is tailored for decision-makers and executives from AI/DX promotion departments, as well as business and HR representatives involved in execution and strategy with a focus on AX advancement within enterprises.

About AIdiver

AIdiver is a specialized media platform operated by Shoeisha focusing on the integration of AI into businesses and supporting professionals in leveraging AI effectively. Targeting C-level roles responsible for AI strategy, AIdiver also caters to department heads and leaders in DX and IT, providing in-depth insights and practical information to navigate the evolving landscape of AI utilization.

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Prepare to dive deep into the world of AI in organizations as we look forward to gathering insights, networking, and exploring how business transformations are being accelerated through AI. Don’t miss the chance to register and be part of the enlightening discussions on August 4, 2026.