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Foreval Secures Contract for DX Support in Shizuoka

In a significant development for local businesses, Foreval Inc., headquartered in Shibuya, Tokyo, has been awarded a contract by Shizuoka City to provide support for digital transformation initiatives aimed at enhancing productivity among small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). This initiative, known as the "DX Support for SMEs" program, will focus on improving business processes through digital technology implementation and is expected to create a solid foundation for productivity enhancement and wage increases across the region.

Background and Purpose of the Initiative

In recent times, the business environment has rapidly destabilized, making it crucial for companies to adapt their operations to meet new challenges. The use of digital technologies is seen as a vital solution for organizations looking to respond quickly to environmental changes and transform their corporate culture. Through this contract, Foreval aims to assist SMEs in Shizuoka City by conducting data-driven analyses and applying advanced digital solutions, such as generative AI and cloud services, to revolutionize their operational processes.

The ultimate objective of this initiative is not only to bolster productivity but also to facilitate cost reductions and revenue growth, thereby paving the way for sustainable wage increases. By strengthening the local economy, the program seeks to create a ripple effect that benefits the entire Shizuoka region.

Details of the Contract Work

The program's approach encompasses a comprehensive support initiative that includes visualization, improvement, and consolidation of business processes. The core components of support offered in this contract are as follows:

1. Overall Management Tasks: Overseeing the entire project to ensure that all aspects are well-coordinated.
2. Recruitment and Selection of Participating Companies: Identifying and selecting local SMEs that will benefit from this digital transformation support.
3. Implementation of Growth Support Programs: Conducting structured programs that facilitate growth through digital transformation.
4. Support for Equipment Installation: Providing assistance to participating companies in acquiring and implementing necessary technology and tools.
5. Results Presentation Events: Organizing events where outcomes and success stories are shared, fostering a community of learning.
6. Case Study Compilation: Developing a collection of case studies to document successful transformations.
7. Reporting: Preparing detailed reports that outline progress and findings throughout the initiative.

About Foreval Inc.

Founded in 1980, Foreval Inc. (TSE Standard: 8275) specializes in consulting for small and medium-sized enterprises, providing a range of management support services across five key areas: information and communication, international business, environmental initiatives, human resources and education, as well as entrepreneurship and business succession. The company operates under a unique "Corporate Doctor" model, which streamlines the process from identifying management issues to proposing improvements and supporting their implementation, thereby enhancing corporate value through high-value-added services aimed at fostering ESG management and pushing for DX/GX advancement.

Additionally, Foreval promotes the regional co-creation model under its local revitalization strategy, "F-Japan Concept," in collaboration with municipalities, private companies, educational institutions, and financial organizations.

Company Overview

• - Name: Foreval Inc.
• - CEO: Masanori Nakajima
• - Founded: September 18, 1980
• - Location: 14th Floor, Aoyama Oval Building, 5-52-2 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo

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