Unlocking Success in AI Recruitment: Insights from the New Book Launch

As we advance into an era where AI is becoming integral to various sectors, the need for strategic implementation in recruitment is more pressing than ever. On February 17, 2026, Forward Co. will launch its latest book, "Achieving Results in AI Recruitment: Winning in an Age of Labor Shortages," authored by President Kohei Nagoya. The book aims to address the critical challenges in the hiring process influenced by AI technologies.

Context of Publication

While the conversation around "efficiency through AI" continues to proliferate, the reality is more complex. Over the past decade, the number of job changers in Japan has stagnated at around 3 million. The key question that needs to be answered is: how can AI create tangible outcomes in the hiring process? This book endeavors to tackle this question head-on, viewing AI adoption as not merely a functional tweak but a significant redesign of organizational workflows.

Key Themes Explored in the Book

The publication touches on various aspects relating to the implementation of AI in recruitment. Key topics include:

- AI Integration Points: Identifying where in the recruitment process AI can yield substantial enhancements.
- Transforming Tacit Knowledge: Methods for articulating the implicit knowledge within organizations to create repeatable operational success.
- Building AI-Centric Recruitment Frameworks: How to build and continually improve recruitment systems with an AI foundation.
- Understanding Risks and Governance: Necessary strategies to manage risks and establish governance before diving deeper into AI integration in recruitment.

Chapter Overview

The book is structured into multiple chapters, each dealing with vital elements of AI recruitment:

- Chapter 1: Why AI and Recruitment Now? Insights from the Forefront of Change
- Chapter 2: Laying the Foundation for Competitive Hiring
- Chapter 3: Workflow Dynamics in Recruitment with AI Integration
- Chapter 4: Path to Implementation: From Small Starts to Comprehensive Rollout
- Chapter 5: Preparing for Action: Governance and Risk Management
- Chapter 6: The Human Element: Defining Roles in an AI-Centric Recruitment Era

About the Book

Title: Achieving Results in AI Recruitment: Winning in an Age of Labor Shortages
Author: Kohei Nagoya
Release Date: February 17, 2026 (Tuesday)
Publisher: President Inc.
Price: ¥1,760 (including tax)
Book Link: Here

Kohei Nagoya, the author and CEO of Forward Co., reflects on the founding of the company, coincidentally the same day as the release of ChatGPT’s API. He emphasizes the potential of generative AI in transforming personal hiring tasks by being a catalyst for articulating decisions. Drawing from his experiences within Dentsu and Creema, Nagoya believes that success ultimately depends on the people involved. His vision for AI is not as a mere tool for efficiency but as a means to unleash talent and support sound decision-making.

Upcoming Publication Event

To celebrate the book's launch, Forward Co. will host an exclusive offline talk event on February 18, 2026, in Shibuya. The theme will explore "AI and BPO: Expectations for Development in the Next Two Years." Notable speakers will include Takayuki Fukatsu, CEO of note CXO and THE GUILD, and Yoshinori Fukushima, CEO of LayerX. The discussion will dive into how working styles, operational design, and organizational structures are likely to evolve over the next two years. Attendees will receive free copies of the book and enjoy light refreshments after the session.

Event Details:
Date: February 18, 2026 (Wednesday)
Time: 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM (Doors open at 4:30 PM)
Location: MFPR Shibuya Building, 1-2-5 Shibuya, Tokyo (7-minute walk from Shibuya Station)
Format: Offline Event
Capacity: 100 people (First come, first served)
Entry Fee: Free
Contact: Forward Co.
Email: [email protected]

About Ace Job

Ace Job stands at the forefront of direct recruitment support by combining AI with human judgment to transform hiring successes into replicable systems. Their focus isn't merely on enhancing efficiency through recruitment tasks but on structuring workflows that clarify where human insights are essential. A notable success story showcases how the business media PIVOT achieved 100 interviews and 6 hires in just four months, achieving six times the average response rate of 30 percent.

This book serves as an essential tool for organizations without dedicated HR teams, enabling them to adopt AI not merely as a transient efficiency booster but as a foundational support for recruitment decisions.

Website: Ace Job

Company Overview

Company Name: Forward Co.
Location: Frontier Shinjuku Tower, 322, 3-9-7 Nishi-Shinjuku, Tokyo
CEO: Kohei Nagoya
Business Activities: HR Technology (AI SaaS), Licensed Employment Agency
Established: March 1, 2023
Website: Forward Co.
Employment Agency License Number: 13-Yu-315438
Capital: ¥420,245,500