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Enhancing Business Continuity Through the SCS Evaluation System

In today’s dynamic business environment, cyberattacks targeting supply chains have become one of the most significant threats facing organizations across various sectors. In response, the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, along with the Cabinet Secretariat's National Cyber Security Center, has been developing the SCS Evaluation System. This pivotal initiative is scheduled to commence around the end of the fiscal year 2026. The SCS Evaluation System aims to enhance security measures and build trust in the supply chain by providing a structured way for companies to evaluate their cybersecurity posture.

To bolster understanding and practical implementation of the SCS Evaluation System, AI Security Inc. and NTT Security Japan will co-host a valuable webinar titled 'Practices to Enhance Security Levels Using the SCS Evaluation System' on June 17, 2026. This online event will provide insights for not just seasoned participants but also newcomers seeking to grasp its complexities.

Understanding the Growing Threat of Supply Chain Attacks

As we have seen, the sophistication of cyber threats has increased drastically, moving from direct attacks on major corporations to more indirect methods that exploit vulnerabilities in weaker links within the supply chain. Attackers now leverage related companies, contractors, and business partners as entry points. Such security breaches can lead to significant issues, including business disruptions and data leaks, which not only affect the targeted entity but can also ripple across the industry and beyond.

Thus, the formal establishment of the SCS Evaluation System by the Ministry of Economy is a proactive measure against these escalating risks. The program emphasizes the need for transparency regarding cybersecurity practices, which is likely to serve as critical decision-making criteria in corporate transactions and procurement in the near future.

A Practical Approach to the SCS Evaluation System

One of the challenges in implementing the SCS Evaluation System is the tendency for companies to become overly focused on merely checking off compliance boxes. This webinar encourages businesses to view compliance as an opportunity to visualize their own risks, prioritize them, and translate those assessments into actionable strategies that genuinely enhance security levels. It’s crucial to move beyond fulfilling formal requirements toward fostering a substantial improvement in operational safety that supports business continuity and transactional integrity.

Who Should Attend?

This webinar is particularly beneficial for:

• - Executives and decision-makers grappling with how to meet security demands from partners and suppliers.
• - Professionals responsible for institutions in manufacturing, retail, telecommunications, and other sectors that form the backbone of the supply chain.
• - Practitioners tasked with implementing security measures and managing systems like ISMS and NIST CSF.
• - Individuals in procurement, legal, and compliance roles managing security evaluations and contracts with partners.
• - Quality assurance, internal audit, and risk management personnel seeking to assess their current practices and set priorities effectively.

Event Details

Date: June 17, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM (JST)
Format: Online (Zoom Webinar)
Hosts: AI Security Inc. and NTT Security Japan
Cost: Free (registration required)
Registration URL: Register Here

Program Overview

1. Company and Speaker Introductions
2. Session Format Seminar
- Part One: Latest Trends and Intentions of the SCS Evaluation System.
- Analyzing the impact of supply chain attacks on business and the reasoning behind adopting the SCS Evaluation System.
- Distinguishing between evaluation schemes and criteria for determining a company's target security level.
- Discussing potential attack scenarios and corresponding evaluation requirements.
- Part Two: Practical Implications from Assessment to Action Planning.
- Contextualizing the role of the SCS system in business relations and decision-making.
- Filling the gaps between existing certifications (like ISMS) and the SCS system requirements.
- Prioritizing actions leading up to the system's official launch.

Meet the Speakers

• - Nobuya Yoshikawa: Consulting Manager at NTT Security Japan's Professional Services Division.
• - Shumei Ito: Senior Manager at AI Security's Consulting Business Division.

Company Overview

• - AI Security Inc. Website
• - NTT Security Japan Website

This enlightening session offers a unique opportunity to gain critical insights into how to effectively navigate cybersecurity challenges and enhance business resilience.