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FORVAL Achieves ISO Certifications for Kizuna PARK

FORVAL, a next-generation management consulting group based in Shibuya, Tokyo, has announced that its information analysis platform, Kizuna PARK, has successfully obtained two prestigious international security certifications: ISO/IEC 27001 and ISO/IEC 27017. This accomplishment underscores the company's commitment to providing secure and reliable data management services to its growing user base of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

The philosophy behind FORVAL—"Creating a new world with a new normal"—guides its approach to support ESG management with a visible and collaborative framework. With Kizuna PARK aimed at management support and an increasing amount of data being processed daily, the urgency of safeguarding information assets has never been higher. The platform has consistently taken necessary precautions to ensure information security. However, as the number of users grows and data becomes more diverse, heightened security measures have become imperative.

In response to these challenges, FORVAL decided to pursue certifications for information security management systems (ISMS) based on ISO/IEC 27001 standards and for cloud security by obtaining ISO/IEC 27017 certification. These certifications are designed to bolster the platform's safety and reliability, ensuring adherence to international standards and enabling users to benefit from an even more secure environment.

In detail, the ISO/IEC 27001 certification was awarded to the Kizuna PARK Management Department (Analysis Development Department) under the Japanese Standard JIS Q 27001:2025, with the registration number MSA-IS-782. Meanwhile, the ISO/IEC 27017 certification focuses specifically on cloud services, utilizing Microsoft's Azure platform for the development and operation of Kizuna PARK, bearing the registration number MSA-IS-782-CL.

Commenting on the achievement, Rika Imanishi, General Manager of the Kizuna PARK Management Department at FORVAL, expressed gratitude to everyone involved in the project. She emphasized that this certification is only a milestone in their journey toward continuous improvement and that the organization remains dedicated to creating a safe and reliable environment for users as they adapt to future demands.

Additionally, this certification is expected to serve as a foundation of trust, facilitating various partnerships across industries, academia, and government, leading to enhanced collaborations and value generation.

FORVAL specializes in consulting services targeting SMEs across five key areas: information communication, overseas expansion, environmental considerations, human resource education, and business succession. Under their "F-Japan" initiative, they collaborate with local governments, private enterprises, and educational institutions to cultivate digital transformation (DX) and green transformation (GX) talent, aiming for sustainable regional revitalization driven by a circular economy.

For more details about Kizuna PARK, visit the official website.

Company Overview

• - Company Name: FORVAL, Inc.
• - Representative: Masanori Nakajima, President & CEO
• - Founded: September 18, 1980
• - Location: 14th Floor, Aoyama Oval Building, 5-52-2 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

This recent achievement solidifies FORVAL’s position as a leader in providing safe and reliable management support solutions for SMEs, and is just the beginning of ongoing efforts to ensure data integrity while promoting effective and innovative solutions for its clients.