Suzuyo Shinwart and Gunze Corporation Adopt Integrated HCM Package 'POSITIVE'

Suzuyo Shinwart and Gunze Corporation's Strategic HCM Collaboration

Recently, Suzuyo Shinwart Co., Ltd., led by President and Executive Officer Yasuyuki Tokuda, headquartered in Minato-ku, Tokyo, announced a strategic partnership with Gunze Corporation, a company dedicated to providing comfort through its diverse range of businesses, including apparel, medical services, and functional solutions. The collaboration marks the adoption of the integrated Human Capital Management (HCM) package, "POSITIVE".

Overview of the Collaboration

The implementation of the "POSITIVE" package aims to boost strategic HR operations and streamline HR and labor processes within Gunze Corporation, headed by President Toshiyasu Saguchi, whose headquarters is in Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture. The comprehensive capabilities of the package include personnel information management, payroll processing, work management, and employee web services, ensuring efficiency and integration across various functions.

Key Benefits of Adopting POSITIVE

The integration of the POSITIVE system into Gunze Corporation's operations has been recognized for several pivotal advantages:

1. Visualization and Strategic Management of Human Resources
The POSITIVE package allows for a detailed analysis of employee attributes, including not only quantitative aspects like payroll and attendance but also qualitative data encompassing skills, experiences, career aspirations, and cognitive tendencies. This holistic approach aims to facilitate cross-company management of human capital, extending beyond Gunze itself to its affiliates.

2. Enhanced Efficiency in HR Operations
By simplifying workflows and minimizing the necessity for auxiliary systems or external tasks, POSITIVE harnesses its various functionalities to improve the efficiency of HR and labor operations. This strategic move aims to eliminate redundancies and optimize personnel management processes.

3. Ongoing Improvements in Operations and Maintenance
Continuous improvement is pivotal after implementing the POSITIVE system. Working in tandem with Suzuyo Shinwart, the vendor of the POSITIVE solution, Gunze aims to share specifications and maintenance protocols to ensure sustained enhancements in HR practices post-implementation.

About POSITIVE

"POSITIVE" is a robust integrated HCM solution designed for advanced group management. It covers not just essential HR functions like payroll and attendance management but encompasses a wide range of capabilities including talent management and mobile functionalities. The system has been acclaimed for its scalability and advanced multi-company management features, making it a preferred foundation for many HR shared service operations.

Proven Success of POSITIVE

Suzuyo Shinwart's HCM solutions, with POSITIVE at its core, have earned the trust of more than 3,000 companies across various sectors and sizes, reflecting its critical role in strategic human resource management for global enterprises. Companies looking to enhance their HR capabilities find great value in the comprehensive nature of this solution.

For more detailed information about the POSITIVE integrated HCM solution, visit: POSITIVE HCM Solution.

Company Profiles

Gunze Corporation

- Company Name: Gunze Corporation
- Headquarters: 2-5-25 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka, 530-0001, Japan
- Business Focus: Functional solutions, medical services, apparel, lifestyle products, and more.
- Founded: August 1896
- Representative: President Toshiyasu Saguchi
- Employees: Approximately 4,339 (as of March 31, 2025)
- Website: Gunze Corporation

Suzuyo Shinwart

- Overview: As the only publicly listed entity within the Suzuyo Group, Suzuyo Shinwart specializes in large-scale information systems development, logistics IT consulting, business solutions including HR, payroll, accounting, and also offers data center and cloud services.
- Website: Suzuyo Shinwart

This announcement highlights the significant strides Suzuyo Shinwart and Gunze Corporation are making in enhancing their HR frameworks with the POSITIVE system, aligning with their goals for sustainable business management and operational efficiency.