IPO Security Support
2025-06-19 03:57:42

SHIFT Starts Offering Security Support Services for IPO Companies

SHIFT's New Security Support for IPO Companies



In a significant move, SHIFT Co., Ltd., headquartered in Minato-ku, Tokyo, has announced the launch of its "IPO Company Security Support Services." This initiative aims to assist businesses aiming for an Initial Public Offering (IPO) in addressing their security infrastructure and operational challenges throughout the IPO process and beyond.

The Motivation Behind the Service


As startups, venture firms, and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) grow, the pursuit of an IPO has become a crucial avenue for further expansion and investment. In Japan, it is projected that 86 companies will undergo an IPO in 2024, according to Teikoku Databank's report on IPO trends.

Typically, the preparations for an IPO take several years, with security measures being a critical aspect of the process. The expanding stakeholder base resulting from an IPO introduces a higher level of complexity concerning security risks. Therefore, companies targeting an IPO require both organizational and technical security measures. While pre-IPO audits conducted by securities firms provide some level of third-party assessment, there are no clear standards in place. Furthermore, many companies face limitations in the human and financial resources they can allocate to security measures, making it challenging to make appropriate investments and resource allocations for security.

SHIFT is well-equipped to fill these gaps, boasting a team of security professionals with extensive experience in security system establishment and operational management across various companies. By combining industry knowledge with specialized security expertise, SHIFT has built a solid track record in providing comprehensive security support from consulting on pre-IPO security to offering ongoing operational support post-IPO.

Overview of the IPO Company Security Support Service


The newly launched security support service is designed to help companies develop robust security frameworks and operational protocols essential for their IPO journey and ensure stable security practices after going public. Composed of a specialized team of security professionals, the service tailors security operations to the specific size and industry of the company, providing long-term support with a partnership approach.

Key Features of the Service


  • - Security Planning for IPO: Conducting risk assessments to visualize the current security posture for drafting a security plan leading to the IPO.
  • - Regulatory Documentation: Reviewing and updating security policies and procedures to meet IPO standards.
  • - Physical Security Measures: Implementing recommended physical security measures, such as office access controls.
  • - Tool Implementation: Proposing, implementing, and supporting the operation of necessary security tools tailored to the current security landscape.
  • - CSIRT Establishment: Creating an incident response framework tailored to business scale and providing practical cyber exercises for staff.
  • - Employee Security Training: Offering proprietary security education programs for employees to strengthen awareness and practices.
  • - IPO Review Support: Assisting with required audits and internal reviews prior to IPO.

SHIFT's Approach to Security Solutions


SHIFT leverages its extensive knowledge in standardization and organization to deliver flexible and diverse security solutions tailored to various stages of systems' life cycles. By combining industry-specific insights, expertise in cloud infrastructures like Azure and AWS, and significant IT operational knowledge, SHIFT ensures the provision of high-quality security solutions.

For further information about these services, you can visit SHIFT’s official websites:

About SHIFT Co., Ltd.


Founded on the principle of delivering quality assurance and testing services for a wide array of clients, including in critical sectors like finance, SHIFT is committed to building a waste-free and intelligent society. Their mission extends across business modeling, system planning, development, operations, security, and digital transformation solutions, addressing a spectrum of IT-related business challenges for their customers.

  • - Company Name: SHIFT Co., Ltd.
  • - CEO: Dai Tange
  • - Address: 1-3-1 Azabudai, Minato-ku, Tokyo, JP Tower,
  • - Websites: Corporate | Services


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