Exploring Last-Mile Challenges at the 25th Strategic Logistics Seminar

Insights into Last-Mile Delivery at the 25th Strategic Logistics Seminar

On October 23rd, 2025, AnyCarry Inc. will host the 25th Strategic Logistics Seminar at Fuji Soft Akiba Plaza in Akihabara. The event will kick off at 12:30 PM and run until 5:45 PM, with registration starting at 12:00 PM. It promises a comprehensive look at the pressing challenges in last-mile logistics, an area of increasing concern due to the ongoing supply chain crises driven by the 2024 issue in logistics.

Event Overview

- Date: October 23, 2025
- Time: 12:30 PM – 5:45 PM (Registration opens at 12:00 PM)
- Venue: Fuji Soft Akiba Plaza, 6th Floor, Akihabara
- Organizer: Ryoichi Sumi, Progress
- Participation Fee: 28,000 yen (exclusive of tax)
- Registration: Tickets can be purchased through the official page.

This seminar will feature a panel discussion focusing on the theme of Last-Mile Challenges, led by Hidenobu Kosaki, the representative director of AnyCarry, alongside Takeshi Hazama, the CEO of Hakobell Inc. This interaction is essential for logistics industry stakeholders, particularly as last-mile issues have become significantly more amplified in recent years.

Key Topics and Discussion Points

Attendees can look forward to several insightful discussions throughout the seminar, including:

- B-2 Theme: Global Supply Chain and Latest Technology Trends
- Panel Session: The Challenges of Last-Mile Delivery

Panelist Profiles

Hidenobu Kosaki

Position: Representative Director, AnyCarry Inc.
Background: Hidenobu has been active in e-commerce since its early days, serving as a representative for a large retail company. Currently, he is also a visiting professor at the Research Institute of Social Sciences of Tokai University, focusing on e-commerce and logistics. His expertise lies in logistics digital transformation (DX), last-mile logistics, new retail, and OMO strategies.

Takeshi Hazama

Position: CEO, Hakobell Inc.
Background: As a pioneering figure in logistics solutions, Takeshi will share insights on innovative strategies for overcoming last-mile delivery challenges.

About AnyCarry Inc.

AnyCarry is focused on developing a Delivery Management System (ADMS) and logistics services dedicated to optimizing last-mile delivery. Their endeavor includes constructing a Physical Internet infrastructure, which aligns with Japan's government objectives for sustainable logistics models by 2040. They provide services supporting retail and e-commerce businesses, enhancing efficiency and effectiveness in last-mile logistics.