GSI Presents Sustainable Business Growth Strategies at Sapporo Summit

On February 26, 2026, GSI Corporation, headquartered in Sapporo, Japan, took part in the "Sapporo Future Co-Creation Summit - SAPPORO NEXT LEADING × SAPPORO SDGs," an event hosted by the city of Sapporo. This summit gathered leading companies in Sapporo's economy to discuss business models that simultaneously tackle social challenges and foster corporate growth.

Background and Purpose of the Summit

The summit served as a platform where recognized "Sapporo SDGs Advanced Companies" met with "Sapporo Future Leading Companies," sharing insights that contribute to sustainable corporate growth. GSI is proud to be certified as a first-phase Sapporo SDGs Advanced Company, and our participation aimed to demonstrate how addressing community issues strengthens our competitive edge.

Participation in the Talk Session

GSI participated in a talk session titled "Solving Social Issues as the Core of Business Growth - Transforming Organizations and Structures" at 15:50. In this session, we shared our company's initiatives and future vision along three main themes:

1. Transformational Shift through Education: We are addressing the shortage of IT engineers through our unique training cycles and AI skills development, establishing a sturdy business foundation that fosters ongoing growth.

2. Value Creation through DX: Utilizing AI and IoT technologies, we assist system development that leads to improved working conditions and reduced waste for our clients. This significant contribution to social challenges directly correlates with the establishment of long-term relationships and the generation of new projects.

3. Positive Cycle of Local Employment and Growth: We are committed to expanding employment within Sapporo, creating a cycle of reinvestment where our investment in education translates into revenue, propelling further technological advancements and job creation. We are presenting specific actions to transform into an organization resilient to change.

Future Outlook

GSI remains dedicated to becoming a "company of choice," focusing on leveraging AI and IT solutions to tackle social issues. We strive to contribute to the sustainable development of Sapporo’s economy while fostering a corporate culture where each employee can experience personal growth.

Overview of the Sapporo Future Co-Creation Summit

The summit also featured presentations from Sapporo City’s Economic and Tourism Bureau, led by Director Tomonori Sakai, discussing the importance of the Sapporo SDGs Advanced Company initiative as a guideline for economic revitalization.

Numerous exhibition booths were set up by key companies in Sapporo, fostering a vibrant atmosphere filled with participants from various industries and students eager to engage deeply with the latest IT technologies and SDGs initiatives.

At the talk session, GSI and other certified companies exchanged ideas about the "core of corporate growth."

Since its foundation in October 2004, GSI has built extensive experience and technical skills across various sectors, including information and communications, manufacturing, retail, and services. We have continuously responded to the specific needs of our clients, particularly as advancements in IoT, AI, RPA, and cloud technologies shape the domestic IT service market. We remain committed to meeting our clients' diverse and complex demands, delivering continuously high added value, and adapting flexibly to evolving challenges.

Company Overview

- Founded: October 5, 2004
- Established: October 5, 2006
- Capital: ¥292 million
- Stock Market: Sapporo Securities Exchange (Code: 5579)
- Employees: 542 (as of April 1, 2025)
- Business Areas:

- Software Development
- System Development
- Mobile and Smartphone Software Development
- Internet Services
- Employee Dispatch Services
- Account Management
- Digital Design

Commitment to SDGs

GSI is officially registered as a Sapporo SDGs Company as of March 1, 2024, becoming certified as a Sapporo SDGs Advanced Company on January 21, 2025. This certification demonstrates our commitment to addressing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Looking ahead to 2025, we aim to continue our food drive initiatives and promote the recycling of PET bottle caps to reduce CO₂ emissions and effectively utilize resources. The proceeds from these initiatives will support projects like children's cafeterias and medical assistance, reinforcing our dual commitment to environmental conservation and social contribution.

Through our initiatives, each employee will be encouraged to actively participate in achieving the SDGs. GSI remains invested in balancing business activities with social contributions to accomplish a better society.

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