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Public Fusion 2026: A Look at Local Government's Digital Transformation

The General Incorporated Association for Local Government DX Promotion (GDX), located in Minato-ku, Tokyo, is excited to announce that its secretariat chief, Kentaro Watanabe, will be speaking at the Public Fusion 2026 Public Day seminar. This event will be jointly hosted by Concur, one of GDX's supporting corporate members, and the Advanced Educational Institution, which manages the Business Design Graduate School. The seminar will take place on May 26, 2026, in Tokyo.

Event Overview

Public Fusion 2026 Public Day will center on the theme of “Current Status and Future of Local Government DX”. The seminar aims to align the national digital transformation (DX) initiatives with the current reality faced by local governments. Attendees will gain clarity on priority areas that need addressing in the local governance sector. The event will facilitate knowledge sharing through both online examples and offline networking opportunities, providing actionable insights to navigate DX challenges effectively.

This seminar is a continuation of the successful SAP Concur Fusion Exchange, which is held annually and attracts numerous participants. Last year, the event recorded 441 registrants. This year's format will not only include online presentations but also feature in-person gatherings in both Tokyo and Osaka, promoting opportunities for valuable information exchange and networking.

Hosting Details

• - Event Name: Public Fusion 2026 Public Day
• - Theme: Current Status and Future of Local Government DX
• - Participation Fee: Free (Pre-registration required)
• - Target Audience: Mayors, Planning Departments, Information Systems Departments, Human Resource Departments, Financial Accounting Departments, and others involved in local governance.
• - Organizers: Advanced Educational Institution (Business Design Graduate School)
• - Sponsors: Concur and others

Schedule

• - Online Event: May 12, 2026
• - Osaka Venue: May 21, 2026

- Address: 3-3-10 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka City, Umeda Building 5F (Concur West Japan Branch)

• - Tokyo Venue: May 26, 2026 (Kentaro Watanabe's Speech)

- Address: 1-2-1 Otemachi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Otemachi One, Mitsui & Co. Building (Otemachi Mitsui Conference)

For more information, visit the official event page.

Contact Information

Any inquiries regarding this event should be directed to the GDX Secretariat:

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

The GDX is committed to promoting the digital transformation of local governments and aims for sustainable development within local communities. By collaborating with various municipalities, GDX supports the resolution of regional issues and fosters innovation using digital technologies. The organization serves as a bridge between local governments and businesses, providing a partnership platform to accelerate regional revitalization through digital transformation. For more information, feel free to reach out via the contact details listed above.

GDX Contact: General Incorporated Association for Local Government DX Promotion
Tokyo Minato-ku, Kita Aoyama 1-3-1 R Cube Aoyama 3F
03-6683-0106 / [email protected]
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