Joint Webinar by Nippon Tech Seed and GMO Makeshop on D2C and B2B Direct Sales DX for Publishers

Joint Webinar on Direct Sales DX for Publishers

On November 26, 2025, Nippon Tech Seed Co., Ltd. and GMO Makeshop Co., Ltd. will collaborate to host a webinar focused on the digital transformation (DX) for publishers engaging in direct sales business (D2C and B2B).

Key Highlights of the Webinar

This online event will cover the immense support provided for creating e-commerce sites and official applications using GMO Makeshop's platform, which has been ranked number one in distribution for 12 consecutive years, as well as showcase how the cloud-based sales management system "CONTEO" can streamline back-office operations. Attendees will benefit from insightful case studies that demonstrate the integration of these two robust systems.

Webinar Details

- Title: Accelerating Publisher Direct Sales DX - One-stop support from EC construction to operational efficiency
- Date: November 26, 2025
- Time: 12:30 PM to 12:55 PM (JST)
- Format: Online (Zoom webinar)
- Registration Fee: Free
- Registration Link: Sign Up Here

Context for the Webinar

The publishing industry is at a pivotal juncture, emphasizing the importance of D2C (Direct to Consumer) and exploring potential B2B sales channels as a significant management challenge for establishing new revenue models. Many organizations are faced with issues such as:
1. Lacking the expertise to launch an e-commerce platform.
2. Experiencing complications where sales management systems are not interconnected, causing redundancies and inefficiencies in data entry.

This webinar aims to address these challenges by demonstrating how to achieve both sales channel establishment through e-commerce and back-office efficiency through the sales management system, providing comprehensive support for publishers' DX initiatives.

Who Should Attend?

This webinar is highly recommended for publishers looking to:

- Establish an e-commerce site (official app) to unify order channels.
- Seek expertise and operational resources in managing e-commerce sites (official apps).
- Directly engage with readers and corporate customers to secure new revenue streams.

About GMO Makeshop Co., Ltd.

With a mission of "Commerce for a better future," GMO Makeshop offers various services including e-commerce platform operations, outsourcing e-commerce management, and marketing support. Their platform, Makeshop, is one of the largest in Japan, with over 12,000 successful implementations. They provide a balance of standard features and customization options, catering to a wide range of businesses from sole proprietors to large corporations. Moreover, they support B2C e-commerce listings, official app development, and B2B exclusive e-commerce site creation.

About Nippon Tech Seed Co., Ltd.

Nippon Tech Seed leverages advanced and broad technology skills fostered through its expertise in publishing distribution IT to resolve diverse IT challenges faced by clients. The company is committed to research and development, aiming to swiftly deliver new technological values to customers, aspiring to be a true technology service company.