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Real Estate and Construction DX Conference 2026: A New Era of AI

On March 16, 2026, leaders from Japan's real estate and construction industries gathered for an exclusive executive event—the Real Estate and Construction DX Conference 2026. This conference showcased innovative insights from both major corporations and dynamic startups, aiming to accelerate the digital transformation (DX) across the sector.

Keynote Address by Yasuaki Omata

Yasuaki Omata, the Chairman and CTO of Arsaga Partners, took to the stage to discuss "The Change in IT Department Roles in the Era of Generative AI." His presentation highlighted the profound effects that rapidly evolving AI technologies have on the real estate and construction sectors, as well as the evolving expectations for IT organizations.

Omata emphasized that while traditional IT functions, like cost-cutting and security maintenance, remain foundational, new responsibilities are emerging. With the advent of generative AI, IT departments must also focus on building AI governance frameworks and effective data management strategies.

The Three New Security Standards

During his talk, Omata introduced three new benchmarks for enhancing security in the AI era:

1. Redefining Security Standards: Rather than avoiding risks through outright prohibitions, IT departments should establish guidelines that foster safe utilization of AI technologies, advocating for education around prompt engineering.

2. Data Governance: He insisted that IT must lead the charge in determining acceptable risk standards for data sharing, balancing business license reliability against potential threats.

3. Access Control: Omata stressed the importance of controlling AI access based on user roles to prevent unintended exposure of sensitive information.

Addressing Psychological Barriers and Data Coordination

Omata pointed out two major hurdles in the implementation of generative AI: psychological resistance stemming from fears of job loss, and challenges in cross-departmental data organization efforts.

To overcome psychological barriers, he noted the necessity of clearly demonstrating the new roles and value that will emerge from AI integration, rather than just emphasizing efficiency gains. Omata asserted that fostering a dialogue with employees is vital for establishing a sense of shared purpose and consensus.

On a technical level, the lack of standardized definitions for data sensitivity and inconsistent management rules across departments pose significant challenges. He urged for the establishment of comprehensive governance to prevent incidents where internal data unintentionally feeds AI retraining efforts.

Tailored Support from Arsaga Partners

In response to these challenges, Arsaga Partners shared their strategic approach to facilitating AI integration into organizations, focusing on two main strategies:

1. Building Data Infrastructures: Transforming disparate data within the organization into valuable assets by leveraging data lakehouse technologies allows for centralized management and optimization of operational costs. This enables enhanced business applications through generative AI.

2. Comprehensive Security Consulting: Arsaga Partners provides ongoing governance support that extends beyond systems implementation. Their process involves analyzing current risks, formulating AI utilization guidelines, and conducting security training that evolves with technological advancements.

Conclusion: The Role of IT in Industry Transformation

To wrap up the session, Omata reiterated the need for the IT department to transition from being mere system managers to becoming partners in business transformation. As generative AI applications and data management become critical in maintaining competitiveness, establishing a comprehensive governance framework is essential for the future of IT departments.

Arsaga Partners remains committed to supporting organizations in these transformations, providing optimal solutions tailored to individual challenges. For inquiries, please reach out through our website: Arsaga Partners.