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SHIFT and Matsuo Institute Host Exclusive AI Strategy Seminar for Executives

On August 28, 2026, SHIFT and the Matsuo Institute are collaborating to present a unique seminar titled "Strategies and Practices to Connect AI Implementation to Organizational Assets". This exclusive event is limited to 50 companies and aims to empower business executives and AI leaders with actionable insights for immediate implementation.

The seminar's core objective is to help attendees assess their current AI integration status and gain strategic guidelines for transforming their operations. The expertise of both SHIFT, which has successfully reduced labor by about 200 personnel within just four months through AI integration, and the Matsuo Institute, renowned for advancing AI research and practical applications, will be combined in an intensive 150-minute session. Participants will receive exclusive tools and assessment sheets designed to facilitate immediate AI integration into their business processes.

Background of the Event

Since January 2026, SHIFT and the Matsuo Institute have been engaged in a partnership focused on system modernization using AI technology. This collaboration aims to elevate the accuracy of AI technologies and enhance their societal implementation. The seminar will specifically address the challenges and strategies related to the AI transformation of business operations, merging the Matsuo Institute's theoretical approach to organizational redesign with SHIFT's practical insights from their own experience.

The event promises to deliver crucial guidelines and tools for effectively implementing AI into business and developing it into an organizational asset.

Exclusive Offerings for Participants

The seminar is not just about gaining knowledge; it also offers a range of practical materials and tools for attendees to utilize back at their companies, including:

1. AX Assessment Sheet: A tool developed by Matsuo Institute to visualize the AI maturity level of organizations in five stages.
2. Business Decomposition Template: Operational tools used by SHIFT during their AI integration processes.
3. Seminar Program Materials: Comprehensive documentation covering key seminar insights.
4. Networking Opportunities: Engage with top executives and CxO's from other companies in the AI field.
5. Individual Online Strategy Sessions: Tailored sessions with SHIFT and Matsuo Institute consultants (upon request and to be scheduled later).

Seminar Agenda

The seminar is structured in four major parts:

Part 1: Structural Reasons Why AI Implementation Does Not Change Operations

• - Presenter: Technical Director of Matsuo Institute, Minoru Higashi
• - This segment will delve into the common pitfalls of AI implementations, emphasizing the need for redesigning business operations rather than merely fitting AI into existing processes.

Part 2: Revealing the Realities Behind Significant Labor Reductions in Just Four Months

• - Presenter: Takaki Okura, Director of Shift's Strategic Unit
• - Okura will discuss the challenges encountered during SHIFT’s successful AI deployment and the lessons learned from their mistakes, providing insights on how to avoid similar issues and effectively implement AI company-wide.

Part 3: Cross Talk: Characteristics of Successful Transformational Leaders in AI Adoption

• - Join the discussion led by both Higashi and Okura about the personal qualities and behaviors of effective AI implementers,
• - How they navigate existing organizational structures to achieve substantial results from AI.

Part 4: Executive Networking

• - The seminar will conclude with a networking session for participants to engage with industry leaders, consultants, and AI advocates, allowing for the exchange of insights and strategies addressing real-world AI challenges.

Event Details

• - Seminar Title: Strategies and Practices to Connect AI Implementation to Organizational Assets
• - Organizers: SHIFT and Matsuo Institute
• - Date: August 28, 2026 (Friday), from 18:00 to 21:30 (Doors open at 17:30)
• - Location: SHIFT Headquarters, Azabudai Hills, Mori JP Tower, 32F
• - Cost: 99,000 yen per company (excl. tax) with participation limited to two representatives per company.
• - Capacity: 50 companies
• - For more details and registration, visit: SHIFT Seminar Registration

Note: Participation from competing firms may be restricted.

Conclusion

As the business environment increasingly leans on AI technology, this seminar represents a critical opportunity for leaders to equip themselves with the necessary strategies and insights for effective AI implementation. Don’t miss the chance to transform your organizational operations with cutting-edge knowledge from industry leaders.