New Book Release: 'The Power to Design Business' by ITEC Business Analysis

Introduction

On February 19, 2026, ITEC, a group company of FORVAL focusing on ESG management, will launch an introductory book titled The Power to Design Business: Business Analysis that Drives Transformation. This publication comes at a time when numerous organizations are championing Digital Transformation (DX). It aims to clarify how businesses and organizations can evolve effectively, addressing a crucial gap often overlooked: the actual change required to implement DX.

Understanding the Challenge

The essence of DX is not merely the introduction of digital technologies, but the transformation of the business and its organizational structure. Many organizations face obstacles not because of technological limitations but due to the lack of a coherent strategy to connect different perspectives across management, operational divisions, and IT departments. Often, projects progress without clear objectives, leading to ambiguity and ultimately, failure to achieve desired outcomes. This disconnection necessitates the implementation of Business Analysis (BA), which plays a vital role in bridging these gaps.

Purpose of the Book

The Power to Design Business goes beyond merely introducing the IIBA BABOK® Guide to Business Analysis. It aims to provide practical insights into how BA can be effectively applied in everyday practice. This guide is meticulously crafted to help business professionals, regardless of their role, to think critically, organize their thoughts, and drive transformation within their organizations.

Features of the Book

1. Understanding the Role of BA
The book elucidates the role of Business Analysts in various phases of business activities, including strategic management, operational initiatives, and system processes. It features practical scenarios that illustrate when and how BA should be utilized.

2. Enriching Content Through Columns
Each chapter is reinforced with columns that explain the rationale behind key concepts and present insights drawn from the author's real-world experiences. This aids readers in contextualizing the principles with modern trends.

3. Practical Case Studies
Featuring case studies that mimic real-world scenarios of DX and operational reform, the book allows readers to engage with the material actively. They can practice problem identification, requirements definition, and solution development through these realistic examples.

4. Techniques for Requirement Gathering
The book provides an in-depth exploration of various techniques for eliciting requirements, such as interviews, workshops, and modeling. It aligns methods with their strengths and weaknesses across different scenarios, offering readers strategic guidance based on their circumstances.

Benefits to the Reader

- Readers will grasp the foundational concepts of BA easily, making it accessible even to first-timers.
- Understanding of the entire process from identifying problems to formulating solutions will be established.
- Readers will intuitively adopt the critical perspectives necessary for functioning effectively as a bridge during DX initiatives.

Recognizing this guide as a practical toolkit instead of a theoretical read, it aims to equip individuals with actionable insights directly applicable in their day-to-day responsibilities.

More About the Book

- Title: The Power to Design Business: Business Analysis that Drives Transformation
- Author: Toshiro Shoji
- Release Date: February 19, 2026
- Price: ¥2,000 (Excluding tax)
- ISBN: 978-4-86575-356-1
- Publisher: ITEC Inc.

For further information, visit: ITEC Store

Launch Event Details

To celebrate the publication, ITEC will host a seminar titled Designing Business for Successful Transformation: What Business Analysis Means for Driving DX on March 5, 2026. It will feature author Toshiro Shoji delivering a lecture at AP Shinagawa, Tokyo. Attendees will receive a complimentary copy of the book. The event will also be simultaneously streamed on YouTube, featuring a guest speaker, Masaki Yamamoto, Executive Officer at L.T.S, who will share insights on developing talent for DX.

Event Information

- Date: March 5, 2026, from 14:00 to 16:00 (tentative)
- Venue: AP Shinagawa, Tokyo / Online streaming (YouTube)
- Participation Fee: Free
- Target Audience: Corporate training and human resource development professionals, DX promotion staff, and operational reform agents.

For more details, visit: ITEC Seminars

About ITEC

ITEC, established on June 7, 2005, revolves around the theme of 'Empowering Human Qualities into Business Strengths'. The company focuses on IT personnel dispatch and education services that support its clients in achieving strategic goals and resolving issues. Its educational division specializes in preparing individuals for IT qualifications, like the IT Passport exam, assisting over 130,000 people across various organizations over 42 years.

About FORVAL

Founded on September 18, 1980, FORVAL aims to support ESG management through consulting focused on small and medium-sized enterprises. They emphasize human capital and work towards creating a positive cycle of economic revitalization across Japan through the training of DX talent.