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SECOM Acceleration Program 2026: A Step Towards Innovative Security Solutions

In a significant development for the security industry, SECOM Co., Ltd., headquartered in Shibuya, Tokyo, has officially announced the selection of four companies to participate in its innovative initiative, the SECOM Acceleration Program 2026. This program is designed to harness SECOM's advanced security solutions to create new and impactful experiences through collaborative efforts.

The core theme of the program revolves around the 'update of security services,' aiming to combine internal and external assets to generate new value propositions. For this year's program, SECOM has evolved its security services to establish a connection between the 'if' and 'always' scenarios, which indicates a commitment to enhance proactive security measures.

During the selection process, SECOM set forth four distinct themes, inviting applicants to submit their co-creation proposals with respect to their products, services, and technologies. From a large pool of applicants, seven companies successfully passed the document review stage. A final pitch presentation event was held on April 15, where representatives from SECOM and the selected companies convened to assess the proposals rigorously.

Following the pitches, which were subjected to a stringent evaluation process, SECOM proudly selected four co-creation partners:

1. Liquid Design Systems
- Theme: Proactive Security
- Support Grant: 1 million yen
- URL: liquiddesign.co.jp

2. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
- Theme: Proactive Security
- Support Grant: 500,000 yen
- URL: global.honda.jp

3. Manisonias Inc.
- Theme: Core Technology for Next-Generation Drones
- Support Grant: 500,000 yen
- URL: manisonias.com

4. NTT DOCOMO Business Inc.
- Theme: Proactive Security
- Support Grant: None
- URL: ntt.com

As SECOM moves forward with these partnerships, it will engage in discussions with each selected company to progress various projects. SECOM is committed to continuing its open innovation initiatives driven by a foundational desire to tackle societal challenges through 'co-creation'. This approach underlines SECOM's dedication to addressing the needs of society by developing innovative services that resolve pressing 'pain points' faced by individuals and organizations alike.

SECOM's Open Innovation Activities

SECOM has established a dedicated 'Open Innovation Promotion Office' to explore societal issues and collaborate with various enterprises. Through the exploration program 'SECOM Open Lab', the company has been able to identify needs and trends, linking hypotheses derived from field observations and data to test and validate the value of new concepts continuously. A recurring cycle of innovation not only positions SECOM at the forefront of security solutions but also ensures that it can effectively respond to the evolving concerns of society.

The SECOM Acceleration Program 2026 is a testament to SECOM's commitment to innovation and a proactive approach to security, highlighting their influence in fostering partnerships that can lead to groundbreaking solutions. With a history of accolades such as the 2021 and 2024 Japan Open Innovation Awards, SECOM is set to continue its legacy of excellence in the security domain.

For more information on SECOM’s open innovation efforts, take a look at their official website: SECOM Open Innovation.