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Impress Achieves Cloud Security Certification

In a significant milestone for cloud service providers, Impress Co., Ltd., headquartered in the heart of Tokyo's Nihonbashi district, has recently secured the ISO/IEC 27017 certification for its cloud services, iCAS and iFUSION. This accomplishment underscores Impress's unwavering commitment to prioritizing customer security and data protection.

Background of Certification Acquisition

Impress has long been dedicated to ensuring the safe and secure utilization of customer information. Since 2008, the company has operated under a robust Information Security Management System (ISMS) and attained ISMS certification (ISO/IEC 27001). As the increasing cloud service adoption raises societal demands for enhanced data protection, Impress took the initiative to adapt and address the unique risks associated with cloud computing by obtaining the ISO/IEC 27017 certification. This enables external verification of the company's cloud service operations against international standards.

Understanding ISMS and Cloud Security Certification

ISMS, or Information Security Management System, is a framework that organizations utilize to evaluate risks associated with information assets, allowing them to set, operate, and improve appropriate security levels. The ISMS certification process, compliant with international standard ISO/IEC 27001 (JIS Q 27001), requires organizations to undergo assessments by accredited third parties. The ISO/IEC 27017 certification is specialized for cloud service providers, ensuring that they implement necessary management controls specific to cloud environments, which include clearly defining responsibilities and addressing both provider and user risks.

Certification Overview

ISMS Certification

• - Organization: Impress Co., Ltd.
• - Applicable Standard: JIS Q 27001:2025 (ISO/IEC 27001:2022 + Amd 1:2004)
• - Certification Number: JUSE-IR-149
• - Initial Registration Date: November 26, 2008
• - Certification Body: Japan Science and Technology Agency ISO Audit Center (ISR005)
• - Scope of Certification: System solution services, infrastructure solution services, consolidated accounting solution services.

ISMS Cloud Security Certification

• - Organization: Impress Co., Ltd. (Accounting Solutions Advisory Department, iFUSION Division)
• - Applicable Standard: JIP-ISMS517-1.0 (Requirements for ISMS Cloud Security Certification based on ISO/IEC 27017:2015)
• - Certification Number: JUSE-IR-149-CS01
• - Initial Registration Date: August 28, 2025
• - Certification Body: Japan Science and Technology Agency ISO Audit Center (ISR005)
• - Scope of Certification: 1. Provision and support of iCAS (consolidated accounting and financial cloud services)

2. Provision and support of iFUSION (Excel business efficiency cloud services).

Spotlight on iCAS and iFUSION

Impress’s services are practical solutions for essential business operations.

iCAS (Integrated Accounting Total Solution)

Developed in collaboration with major auditing firms, iCAS has over 20 years of experience in the accounting solution field. It offers excellent subsidiary information collection features and extensive error-checking capabilities, facilitating quick and accurate consolidated financial statements.

iFUSION (Excel Business Efficiency Solution)

Designed to streamline various Excel-dependent tasks such as budget management, cost management, and personnel evaluations, iFUSION utilizes a database to enhance business efficiency, making it easy and accessible for users.

Both solutions have become indispensable for businesses aiming to optimize back-office operations.

Future Initiatives

Impress is committed to reinforcing its security measures and governance framework continually. Their policy emphasizes that "people come before technology," focusing on robust management structures and employee education. By nurturing cybersecurity talents, the company aims to maintain compliance with laws and international standards while continuing to provide secure services.

Company Overview

• - Name: Impress Co., Ltd.
• - Address: 5F, NX Ningyocho Building, 2-26-5 Nihonbashi Ningyocho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
• - CEO: Akira Ezawa
• - Establishment Date: October 16, 1995
• - Number of Employees: 112 (as of April 1, 2025)
• - Business Focus: Excel business efficiency solutions, total accounting solutions, and IT solutions.
• - Website: Impress Co., Ltd.

For inquiries regarding this announcement, contact Impress’s Accounting Solutions Advisory Department.