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Booost's Groundbreaking AI for Sustainability

In an increasingly global focus on sustainability, Booost Inc., located in Shinagawa, Tokyo, has announced the official deployment of its state-of-the-art AI functionalities aimed at enhancing sustainability reporting for large enterprises. Known for leading the market in sustainability ERP solutions for two consecutive years, Booost is at the forefront of facilitating the corporate transition towards sustainability transformation (SX).

The Context of Sustainability Reporting

Starting in the fiscal year ending March 2027, major corporations with a market capitalization of over 3 trillion yen will be required to adhere to the standards set by the Sustainability Standards Board of Japan (SSBJ) for sustainability information disclosure. This regulatory landscape is set to expand further, prompting large companies to hasten their internal systems for data collection, aggregation, and preparation of disclosure documents. Booost’s concept of the "Sustainability 2026 Challenge" emphasizes the need to not just comply with regulations but to evolve disclosure data into actionable insights for management, thereby fostering an organization-wide commitment to sustainability transformation.

AI Functionality Overview

Booost is rolling out AI solutions within two crucial areas of sustainability reporting:

Supplier Data Collection AI

This innovative feature automates the process of reading and analyzing Excel files submitted by suppliers. It recognizes various formats and structures, efficiently linking data to appropriate categories. As a result, it streamlines the data collection process across the entire supply chain, minimizing reliance on manual data entry and aggregation. Furthermore, the AI detects transcription errors or missing entries, enhancing both data quality and operational efficiency.

• - Automated Recognition and Entry: No matter the format, the AI captures data seamlessly.
• - Efficiency in Data Collection: Specific categories under Scope 3 are handled with ease.
• - Error Detection: The AI proactively identifies and alerts users to any discrepancies in data entry.

Disclosure Draft Generation AI

This functionality allows Booost to automatically aggregate and summarize both qualitative and quantitative data collected from various group companies into a draft disclosure document. These drafts align with both SSBJ and the EU Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), significantly reducing the time required for document preparation while ensuring consistency in the content. This feature not only alleviates the workload associated with disclosure preparation but also enhances the quality of the information provided.

• - Reduction in Labor Hours: The AI efficiently generates draft documents.
• - Consistency in Disclosure: It upholds a uniformity in the content across various reports.
• - Faster Disclosure Processes: The time taken for disclosures is substantially decreased due to AI automation.

Future Endeavors

Looking ahead, Booost aims to further expand the capabilities of its AI tools. This includes optimizing functions for data collection and analysis from suppliers and group companies, automating the drafting of disclosure documents, and supporting management decision-making. The goal is to transition previously manual tasks such as data transcription, aggregation, summarization, and documentation into automated processes, thereby making non-financial data as actionable as financial data for corporate decision-making. By solidifying its solution, booost Sustainability, as the operational backbone for corporate sustainability management, Booost seeks to drive continuous corporate value enhancement.

About Booost Sustainability

With its flagship product, booost Sustainability, Booost has established itself as a leader in sustainability ERP solutions, aiding companies in their SX initiatives. This integrated SX platform automates the collection and aggregation of over 1,200 environmental, social, and governance data points in compliance with international reporting standards, while also enabling real-time monitoring and facilitating disclosures compliant with XBRL. This sophisticated platform caters to complex approval flows and third-party assurances, providing comprehensive support for all phases of sustainability-related financial information disclosures.

In addition to global operations, Booost has developed specialized solutions tailored to various industries—namely booost Manufacturing for the manufacturing sector, booost Logistics for logistics and transportation, and booost Automotive for the automotive industry. These targeted solutions optimize sustainability efforts according to the practical requirements of each industry.

Moreover, since its inception, Booost Sustainability has been adopted by over 6,500 companies worldwide, spanning approximately 197,000 locations across more than 95 countries.

Tackling the Sustainability 2026 Challenge

With many corporations facing the risk of diminished corporate value due to delayed action and insufficient urgency towards mandatory disclosure of sustainability-related financial information, Booost has initiated the "Japan as a Leader in SX" project. This initiative aims to guide Japanese firms in enhancing their global presence through effective SX promotion and corporate value enhancement.

To this end, Booost is hosting events and support measures tailored for on-ground practitioners and executives alike, rallying support for this essential endeavor in the sustainability landscape.

For more information about Booost and its pioneering offerings, visit the official corporate website at Booost Inc..