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IVRy Partners with Hyakujushi Bank to Address Labor Shortages in Kagawa with AI

In July 2023, IVRy, a Tokyo-based company providing conversational AI SaaS named "Aibury," announced a strategic partnership with Hyakujushi Bank located in Takamatsu, Kagawa. This collaboration aims to tackle the region's escalating labor shortage by leveraging advanced AI technology to enhance business efficiency.

Background of the Partnership

The necessity for this partnership arises from a pressing issue highlighted in a 2024 survey conducted by the Japan Chamber of Commerce and the Tokyo Chamber of Commerce. Over 60% of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) reported facing significant labor shortages, with many industries indicating that the situation poses severe threats to their operational continuity. Recent demographic data from the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications for 2024 reveals that Kagawa's population has dwindled by over 8,200, exacerbating local labor challenges.

The Superiority of Aibury

Aibury stands out as a sophisticated AI SaaS tool that automates and standardizes telephone responses, operating 24/7. With capabilities such as automatic call answering, booking reservations, transcription, summarization, SMS messaging, CRM integration, and notifications via LINE and other chat tools, the platform is engineered to streamline operations across various business functions. Notably, it utilizes unique technology to prevent misinformation—labelled