UPSIDER Corporate Card Enhances User Experience with API Integration and SSO

UPSIDER Corporate Card: Elevating User Experience

The UPSIDER corporate card, developed by UPSIDER Inc., has undergone significant updates designed to enhance user experience and streamline processes for businesses. Led by CEO Toru Miyagi and Tohki Mizuno, the company is headquartered in Minato, Tokyo.

Key Updates to UPSIDER

One of the standout improvements is the integration of Single Sign-On (SSO) functionality with the banking API service. This enhancement provides a smoother user experience during account setup and bank account registration, reducing the average time required for these processes by approximately four days.

Previously, users had to navigate multiple steps to complete the banking API registration, often facing delays. However, with the new SSO feature, users can access the banking API service with just one click from their account settings. This means that entering and managing account information becomes unnecessary, significantly cutting down on the time and effort required to log in and manage accounts. Furthermore, this new method of login not only simplifies the process but also enhances security by minimizing the risk of unauthorized access.

Speedy Access to Credit Limits

As a result of these updates, users can now expect a much faster transition from account creation to the utilization of credit limits. The average time from account setup to using the banking API service has improved from approximately 138 hours to 114 hours, saving users nearly a day in the process. Moreover, even the time from initiating the banking API connection to accessing the service has decreased from about 139 hours to roughly 66 hours, representing a remarkable reduction of around three days.

Once users connect their bank accounts through the API, they can expect credit limit evaluations to complete in as fast as a few hours, allowing them to start using their UPSIDER cards almost immediately.

Enhanced Delivery Settings

Another critical update is the improved delivery settings for new cards. Users can now select delivery options for their cards based on whether they are sending them to an office or a personal address. This upgrade clarifies the previously ambiguous address input process, significantly reducing the risk of misdelivery and ensuring that users receive their cards promptly and reliably.

Intuitive UI for Accounting Integration

Additionally, the user interface for the integration with freee accounting services has been redesigned for intuitive use. When an error occurs in the integration process, users can see both the nature of the error and suggested solutions displayed on the screen. This immediate access to actionable steps enables accounting personnel to resolve integration issues swiftly, leading to enhanced operational efficiency and reduced chances of human error.

About UPSIDER, Inc.

UPSIDER, Inc. operates under the mission of creating a worldwide financial platform that supports challengers by addressing financial challenges such as credit limits and accounting processes through its corporate card. By March 2025, it has exceeded a cumulative transaction volume of 650 billion yen. Their offerings extend beyond payments, encompassing a comprehensive suite of features from pre-approval management to real-time monitoring of transaction histories.

UPSIDER has also established itself as a reliable partner for publicly listed companies, offering enhanced governance and accountability measures, streamlining expense reconciliation, and accelerating accounting processes.

Future Endeavors

In May 2023, UPSIDER Inc. established UPSIDER Capital, a subsidiary aimed at advancing loans for venture businesses in the growth stage. In November 2023, they announced a joint venture with Mizuho Financial Group to operate a startup-focused debt fund, named the UPSIDER BLUE DREAM Fund, with a total amount of 10 billion yen. This fund aims to create unparalleled financing conditions for growth-stage startups.

As UPSIDER continues to evolve from a provider of corporate cards into a comprehensive financial institution powered by AI, the company aims to bolster the competitiveness of Japanese firms on a global scale.

For more information, visit UPSIDER's official website.