UooD Corporation Launches CoreFree to Empower Small Businesses with Back Office Solutions

UooD Corporation Launches CoreFree

On June 11, 2025, UooD Corporation, headquartered in Tokyo and led by CEO Atsuya Kuretake, officially announced the launch of its back office support service, CoreFree. Targeted toward startups and small businesses, CoreFree is designed to tackle various back office challenges with a unique blend of physical support from expert teams and exceptional efficiency via the latest cloud tools, setting it apart from traditional Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) services.

Increasing Challenges for Back Office Operations in SMEs

According to surveys by the Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry and various consulting firms, 75% of small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) owners in Japan report facing challenges with their back office operations. Owners spend an average of 37% of their time on management tasks, and concerningly, 83% of SMEs are operating with a 'one-person accounting' model, leading to risks associated with personnel dependencies. When an employee leaves, businesses can experience an average of 45 days of operational disruption—a serious state of affairs. This lack of efficiency hinders companies from focusing on crucial business growth and strategic planning, resulting in a gap of 2.5 times between those who streamline their back office functions and those who do not. For startups and developing SMEs, effectively utilizing limited managerial resources is critical for sustainable growth.

CoreFree: The New Era of Back Office Support

CoreFree redefines back office support not merely as outsourced tasks but as a partnership where it closely aligns with the company's objectives. What sets CoreFree apart is its innovative 'Physical × System' approach. This framework combines advanced judgment capabilities from finance, labor, and accounting experts with the latest technologies, such as cloud accounting software and attendance management systems, to provide holistic support.

Key Services in Three Core Areas

1. Accounting Core: Offering efficient accounting operations from daily bookkeeping to assistance with closing accounts, leveraging cloud-based accounting tools for timely management decisions.
2. Labor Core: Centralizing labor management tasks, from attendance management to payroll calculation support, and social insurance procedure assistance, ensuring rapid compliance with legal changes to minimize risks.
3. Finance Core: Supporting the formulation of funding plans and procurement assistance to help establish and execute financial strategies, promoting sustainable growth through data-driven decision-making.

Benefits of Implementing CoreFree

Implementing CoreFree yields significant benefits:

- Reduction of Work Hours: Decreases back office time spent by up to 80%.
- Elimination of Personnel Risks: Ensures continuity with teams comprising multiple members.
- Accelerated Decision-Making: Enhances decision speed by threefold with real-time financial data.
- Cost Optimization: Provides high-quality services at a lower cost than establishing a dedicated department.

Many companies that have adopted CoreFree report significant increases in time spent on core business operations, leading to improved sales growth through strengthened new business development and sales activities.

Flexible Pricing Plans for All Growth Stages

CoreFree offers three pricing plans tailored to the company’s size and growth stage:

- STARTUP Plan: From 50,000 JPY per month—ideal for early stage startups with minimal configuration.
- STANDARD Plan: From 100,000 JPY per month—comprehensive support in one chosen area.
- CUSTOM Plan: Negotiable—accommodates multiple areas or special requirements.

All plans require a minimum contract of six months, and companies can flexibly adjust their plans to match growth trajectories.

Future Developments: DX Promotion and Service Expansion

Satoshi Bando, Executive Partner at UooD Corporation, stated, “The back office functions of SMEs should not merely be seen as cost centers but as a critical backbone supporting overall management. CoreFree is dedicated to providing an environment where companies can focus on their value creation by merging human creativity with the latest technology.”
Future plans include deeper surges in AI-driven automation, the development of industry-specific solutions, and potential global outreach. Moreover, UooD aims to enhance collaboration with the startup ecosystem to support the digital transformation (DX) of Japan’s SMEs.

Audio Podcast for Further Insights

UooD has launched an audio podcast that delves deeper into CoreFree’s offerings and the advantages of its implementation. The podcast covers the realities of common back office issues faced by SMEs while illuminating how CoreFree offers effective solutions. You can listen at your convenience anytime during commutes or short breaks. Discover how CoreFree can resolve your company's management challenges through this engaging audio format.

Free Consultation Available

CoreFree is currently offering free consultations for companies considering service implementation. Experts will assist in analyzing current challenges and proposing optimum solutions. If your company is pondering back office efficiency, BPO services, or process optimization, seize this opportunity to consult with us!