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Lakelink Showcases Generative AI at AI Expo NEO

Introduction

Lakelink, a dynamic startup emerging from the Academy-Industry Collaboration Lab at Sophia University, is set to exhibit its innovative generative AI solutions at the upcoming AI Expo NEO. This exciting event is scheduled for August 5th to 6th, 2026, at the Tokyo International Forum, Hall E, and promises to be a significant gathering for technology enthusiasts and business leaders alike.

Lakelink, founded by Dr. Kōrō Momose, a former partner at Accenture and vice president at SAS Institute Japan, is committed to transforming organizations into fully AI-native entities. With its innovative approach, the company addresses the challenges many organizations face when attempting to implement AI solutions.

What Sets Lakelink Apart

At the heart of Lakelink's offerings lies a unique method of integrating generative AI into business operations, enabling organizations to move beyond merely adopting tools to truly embedding AI into their culture and operations. Their solutions focus on three key steps:
1. Diagnosis
2. Training
3. Implementation

Step 1: Diagnosis with AI Organizational Capability Assessment

The journey begins with an AI Organizational Capability Assessment, a comprehensive diagnostic tool featuring 49 questions that evaluate an organization’s current AI utilization. This in-depth assessment identifies department-specific engagement levels, bottlenecks, and potential champions for AI initiatives. With an objective scoring system, it sets the groundwork for where to invest and how to initiate AI transformations confidently.

Step 2: Training with AISavvy

Next, Lakelink offers the AISavvy training program, which is designed to cultivate AI literacy and skills across all levels of an organization—from onsite training for management to e-learning for all employees. This holistic approach ensures that everyone, from front-line staff to executives, understands not just how to use AI tools, but also how to integrate AI into decision-making processes and governance. The program comprises four layers:

• - Layer 1: E-learning for all staff to grasp foundational AI concepts.
• - Layer 2: Management-level training to equip leaders with practical AI skills.
• - Layer 3: Specialized training for select AI advocates to drive cross-departmental initiatives.
• - Layer 4: Executive training focusing on organizational design and strategic decision-making in the AI era.

Step 3: Implementation via Innovative Business Tools

To operationalize AI, Lakelink has developed a suite of eight business tools that facilitate a seamless integration of generative AI into everyday operations. Key tools include:

• - OwnFlow: Generates automated documentation for business processes and requirements from simple conversations.
• - LIT: Converts legacy assets across various platforms into comprehensible specifications, removing barriers to AI adoption.
• - PurchaseRhythm: An AI-powered CRM engine that predicts customer purchasing times to optimize engagement.
• - PMCopilot: An AI-assisted project management tool that automates task generation from meeting notes.

These tools represent just a segment of Lakelink's commitment to embedding AI deeply into organizational fabric.

Background of the Exhibition

Many companies have adopted AI but face significant hurdles, such as a lack of understanding of how AI impacts their operations or uncertainty about progressing from proof of concepts to tangible results. Lakelink aims to bridge this gap, recognizing that challenges with AI adoption often stem from organizational capacity rather than simply a lack of tools.

Combining academic research with practical consulting and product implementation ensures a well-rounded approach to overcoming these barriers.

Exhibition Details

• - Event: AI Expo NEO
• - Dates: August 5-6, 2026, from 10 AM to 5 PM
• - Venue: Tokyo International Forum, Hall E
• - Admission Fee: Free (Contact us via our inquiry page for invitation tickets)
• - Booth Number: 10-28

About Lakelink

Founded on November 11, 2024, Lakelink is at the forefront of research, development, and deployment of generative AI solutions. With a mission to streamline AI integration in organizations, their office is located in Minato-ku, Tokyo, and their dedicated research lab is situated in Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo. For more information, visit their website at Lakelink.

Contact Information

For any inquiries, please reach out to Lakelink through their contact page on the website.