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Matchbox Technologies at Local Tech Kyushu 2025

Matchbox Technologies, based in Niigata City, Japan, is excited to announce its participation in the 3rd Local Tech Kyushu event, taking place on May 15 and 16, 2025. This exhibition brings together cutting-edge technologies aimed at promoting regional revitalization and supporting local government operations. As a leader in providing a self-sourcing SaaS platform for recruiting and managing spot workers, Matchbox Technologies will showcase its flagship product, Matchbox, which is already operational in 13 municipalities across 8 prefectures. During the event, attendees will gain insights into successful case studies of using Matchbox in local governments, as well as best practices on its implementation.

Understanding Spot Workers and Self-Sourcing

The term spot work refers to employment contracts formed for short periods, often characterized as gig work or casual employment. Matchbox’s self-sourcing model empowers companies to efficiently register, hire, and manage their workforce directly. This innovation addresses the growing need for flexible employment solutions within local communities, particularly in light of Japan's evolving workforce dynamics.

Addressing Local Employment Challenges

The official municipal Matchbox platform serves as a tailored solution for local employment needs, allowing each municipality to build a unique job platform suited to its demographic and industry characteristics. This flexibility ensures that a variety of community members, including students, seniors post-retirement, and individuals balancing caregiving responsibilities, can find short-term work opportunities that fit their schedules. By unlocking latent labor potential in communities, local businesses can better address workforce shortages while improving overall income levels for residents.

Event Details

• - Event Name: 3rd Local Tech Kyushu
• - Date: May 15-16, 2025
• - Location: Hakata International Exhibition Hall & Conference Center, Fukuoka Prefecture
• - Organizer: Awae Co., Ltd. (with support from Fukuoka Bank)
• - Matchbox Booth: Industrial Promotion Zone 4-2

The exhibition will display a wide range of technologies and services aimed at supporting sustainable regional development, addressing various themes such as municipal DX initiatives, industry promotion, tourism enhancement, disaster prevention, and renewable energy solutions. The diversity of showcased solutions underscores the initiatives for regional revitalization and problem-solving.

What to Expect at the Matchbox Booth

Visitors to the Matchbox booth will be able to:

• - Learn about the features and benefits of the official municipal Matchbox platform.
• - Understand the self-sourcing function that allows local businesses to internalize spot worker management.
• - View demonstrations that provide clear images of how the platform can be utilized effectively.
• - Hear success stories from various municipalities that have implemented the platform.

Why Municipalities Should Adopt the Official Employment Platform

Harnessing the official Matchbox platform enables municipalities to maximize employment opportunities for local residents while ensuring their local businesses can effectively secure workers. This municipal-driven approach to spot work faces numerous benefits:
1. Compliance and Safety: By utilizing the official platform, job postings carry the assurance of reliability, providing peace of mind to applicants. Matchbox conducts credit assessments for all registered businesses, and municipal oversight ensures that only trustworthy job listings are available.
2. Community Building: With a focus on local jobs, the official Matchbox encourages local residents to engage with the gig economy, offering a user-friendly system for those traditionally outside of typical employment paths. This not only facilitates immediate short-term labor needs but also fosters long-term employment opportunities through repeat hires.

The adoption of Matchbox can help diversify local employment opportunities, addressing flexible working needs while supporting the community's overall economic health. The platform also opens the door to collaboration with members from outside the prefecture, increasing overall job market fluidity and engagement.

Our Mission at Matchbox Technologies

At Matchbox Technologies, our goal is to digitalize human resource management, reducing costs for employers while enabling workers to find flexible employment. We seek to foster partnerships with municipalities to effectively tackle regional issues, ensuring that our solutions truly resonate with community needs.

Learn more about our offerings on our official website: Matchbox Technologies Products.

About Matchbox Technologies

Since 2020, we have launched a self-sourcing solution for managing spot work, helping over 7,432 companies streamline their hiring while supporting municipalities across Japan. Our fundamental focus is on addressing societal challenges rather than being consumed by competitive market dynamics. We prioritize innovation, holding over 30 patents related to spot work and self-sourcing, reinforcing our commitment to a sustainable working environment.

For further information about our company, visit: Matchbox Technologies About Us.