Red Fox Inc. Supports Recovery Efforts for Kumamoto Earthquake 2026

Red Fox's Commitment to Supporting Recovery from the Kumamoto Earthquake

In an effort to support the recovery and relief activities following the devastating Kumamoto earthquake in 2026, Red Fox Inc., headquartered in Minato-ku, Tokyo, has announced a significant initiative. The company will provide its field DX application, 'cyzen pro Premium', free of charge to local governments, disaster relief organizations, and social welfare facilities involved in the recovery efforts. This generous offer is available for groups that apply between August 3, 2026, and August 2, 2027, and it includes no limit on the number of user IDs for the first year after the start of their use.

The aftermath of a disaster greatly amplifies the need for efficient communication and information sharing among various supporting entities, such as shelters, affected areas, and supply distribution points. However, multiple organizations and staff working in different locations can lead to confusion regarding who is conducting support, where assistance is needed, and an overall delay in coordination. 'cyzen pro' addresses these challenges by allowing users to manage useful information on maps, track the activities and movements of field staff, and create and share on-site reports with photos directly from their smartphones.

Free Service Overview

This initiative particularly targets:

- Local municipalities
- NGOs that are currently providing or planning to provide disaster response
- Community-related organizations and social welfare councils
- Social welfare facilities (e.g., child care facilities)

Application Period: Applications will be accepted from August 3, 2026, to August 2, 2027.

Service Duration: Each organization that successfully applies will enjoy a full year of 'cyzen pro Premium' starting from their respective utilization commencement date.

Provided Elements:
1. Licenses for using 'cyzen pro Premium'
2. Unlimited user IDs for the organization
3. Complimentary initial setup and operational training support
4. No cap on the number of provided organizations

Once an organization applies, the relevant personnel will follow up with instructions for the necessary procedures for activation after confirming the intended purpose and activities.

Utilization Examples in Disaster Relief Activities

- Map Management for Shelters and Aid Sites:

Organizations can register shelters, locations for supply distribution, and areas in need of assistance on maps to share with stakeholders.

- Monitoring Support Staff Activities:

By viewing staff locations and status on a map, coordination for on-site deployments and responses to assistance requests becomes easier. The application also includes a vocal report feature for creating written reports on the go, which is especially useful in situations where typing is difficult.

- Photo Reports from the Field:

Staff can quickly report on-site situations and the support required, complete with photographs, from their smartphones. This immediate sharing allows remote managers to stay updated on current conditions.

- Centralized Management of Historical Support Records:

The platform will also enable the collection and archiving of past reports, responses, and related photographs at various sites and facilities to prevent overlapping or missing assistance.

How to Apply

Organizations wishing to utilize this service should apply within the specified period by sending an email to the dedicated address with the following information:

- Name of the applying organization
- Name of the organization's representative
- Email address of the organization's representative
- Name of the person in charge of using 'cyzen'
- Email address of the 'cyzen' operation contact
- Estimated number of user IDs

Upon reviewing your application, a representative will contact you with details on the steps to activate your account. The usage period will last for one year starting from the designated activation date.

Previous Support Experience

Red Fox Inc. has a history of providing complimentary services in response to disasters, having provided a geo-linked cloud service called 'GPS Punch!' during the 2016 Kumamoto earthquake. This system was instrumental in the coordination of logistics for transporting supplies and sharing vital information.

With a wealth of experience from ten years ago, Red Fox is dedicated to leveraging 'cyzen pro' to facilitate the exchange of information and coordination during the recovery efforts of the Kumamoto earthquake.

A Message from Ryutaro Yokomizo, President

In light of the Kumamoto earthquake, I extend my sincerest condolences to those affected. Rapid and accurate assessment of on-ground conditions is critical during disaster relief efforts. Our previous contributions have shown how leveraging location and map services can assist in providing resources to affected areas. We hope 'cyzen pro' will support recovery initiatives carried out by local governments and welfare facilities. Our thoughts are with the affected communities as we wish for a swift return to stability.

About 'cyzen pro'

'cyzen pro' is a digital transformation (DX) application designed to assist outdoor staff with their tasks via smartphones. It encompasses functionalities such as managing locations on maps, creating and sharing reports with images from the field, and tracking the activity and movements of staff members. In disaster relief scenarios, it proves to be particularly valuable for managing information related to shelters, supply points, assessments of damages, and more.