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FutureDial and SB Frameworks Team Up

In a groundbreaking collaboration, FutureDial, a leader in the sector of connected device data sanitization and refurbishment automation, has formed a strategic long-term partnership with SB Frameworks (SBF) Japan, a subsidiary of SoftBank Corp. This initiative aims to transform the second-hand mobile device market in Japan by setting a new standard for quality, efficiency, and automation in the refurbishment of mobile devices.

As Japan continues to lead in technological advancements, SBF is at the forefront of reshaping the mobile device refurbishment landscape, leveraging FutureDial's state-of-the-art automation solutions. This partnership represents a pivotal step in SBF’s long-term vision to automate and optimize mobile device refurbishment operations, ensuring superior quality, data security, and operational efficiency in the second-hand mobile sector.

Why FutureDial?

FutureDial was chosen by SB Frameworks due to several compelling factors:

• - Industry Leadership and Proven Expertise: With over 20 years of experience, FutureDial provides top-tier automation solutions for the mobile device supply chain.
• - Modular and Scalable Automation: FutureDial’s step-by-step approach allows SBF to progressively integrate automation for a seamless adoption process and long-term success.
• - Comprehensive Mobile Device Refurbishment Solutions: From data erasure and diagnostics to functional testing and aesthetic inspections, FutureDial offers a comprehensive suite of services.
• - Commitment to Knowledge Transfer and Long-Term Success: FutureDial dedicates significant resources to empower internal teams, fostering skill and capacity growth to effectively expand operations.

Phased Partnership for the Future

This partnership is designed as a multi-phase initiative aimed at progressively automating and refining SBF’s mobile device refurbishment processes. Initially, the focus will be on optimizing core operations, including:

• - Automated Data Wiping and Security Compliance: Ensuring complete removal of all personal data from devices in line with Japan's stringent privacy protection standards.
• - Advanced Functional Testing and Aesthetic Inspection: Implementing AI-driven diagnostics to enhance the ranking and performance evaluation of second-hand devices.
• - Automated Reception and Processing Solutions: Exploring next-generation automation for logistics related to incoming devices, inventory management, and repair workflows.

Hiroyuki Arai, the President and CEO of FutureDial, remarked, "This partnership is a game changer. SB Frameworks has a clear vision for automation, and FutureDial is honored to assist in realizing a multi-phase transformation that will establish new industry standards in Japan."

Echoing this sentiment, Hiro Watanuki, the CEO of SB Frameworks, stated, "Partnering with FutureDial aligns perfectly with our long-term strategy to enhance efficiency and promote automation within our mobile device refurbishment ecosystem. This is a critical step forward for improving our operations and solidifying SBF's leadership in the mobile device sector."

Future Perspectives: A Partnership Built for Tomorrow

The collaboration between FutureDial and SBF is just the beginning. As the partnership evolves, FutureDial will continue to introduce new automation solutions, integrating advanced AI-based technologies, and streamlining mobile device processing on a larger scale. Further details about this initiative will be revealed in the coming months as FutureDial and SBF lead the charge in automation and innovation in the mobile refurbishment industry.

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About FutureDial

FutureDial is the leading provider of automation solutions for processing, diagnosing, and refurbishing mobile devices, helping businesses streamline operations, reduce costs, and enhance efficiency within the reverse logistics and circular economy landscape. FutureDial’s AI-powered modular automation solutions are utilized globally by mobile operators, device resellers, and logistics companies.

About SB Frameworks

SB Frameworks (SBF) is a subsidiary of SoftBank Corp. specializing in mobile device refurbishment, logistics, and technology solutions. As an innovator within the Japanese mobile industry, SBF is dedicated to advancing automation, sustainability, and operational excellence throughout the mobile device lifecycle.