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Japan System Unveils Version 6.0 of FAST Financial Accounting

Japan System, headquartered in Shibuya, Tokyo, has proudly announced the launch of the latest version of its flagship product, the "FAST Financial Accounting," commonly referred to simply as FAST. The new version, 6.0, will be available starting January 1, 2026. This innovative software is crafted to support seamless operations out-of-the-box with its standard features, ensuring that users benefit from ongoing enhancements without needing extensive customizations.

Key Features of Version 6.0

Enhanced Standard Features

The newly released version significantly strengthens its standard functionalities, providing greater versatility and minimizing the necessity for customization during implementation. This approach aims to streamline processes and reduce the operational burden on users, allowing for a quicker and more efficient onboarding experience.

Broad Compatibility with External Systems

FAST 6.0 also excels in its ability to integrate with a wide range of external systems such as document management, electronic contracts, electronic invoicing, and approval systems from various vendors. This comprehensive compatibility guarantees smooth function expansion post-implementation, thereby enhancing the system’s adaptability to meet the evolving needs of its users.

Regular Feature Enhancements

An important aspect of FAST Financial Accounting 6.0 is its commitment to ongoing improvements. Post-implementation, all users will receive regular feature upgrades at no additional cost. This ensures that all organizations consistently access the latest functionalities while minimizing development costs, which also helps in retaining institutional knowledge during staff transitions.

Promoting Data Utilization

The software's common specifications facilitate data sharing and benchmarking across different organizations. This means operational case studies and comparative analysis can readily occur among entities of similar size. As a result, organizations can enhance their data-driven decision-making processes.

In the future, Japan System plans to collect feedback from all organizations using FAST to prioritize feature requests based on user demand. Prioritizing enhancements that yield the most significant benefits will lead to improved performance and maximize the implementation effectiveness.

Future Innovations with AI

Japan System is keen on integrating cutting-edge AI technology and data science into FAST Financial Accounting. This initiative aims to accelerate digital transformation across local governments, paving the way for innovative administrative services.

About FAST Financial Accounting

The FAST Financial Accounting software is designed to bolster the PDCA cycle—planning, execution, settlement, and evaluation—critical to effective governmental financial management. It supports various functions like paperless operations, electronic approvals and billing, as well as data visualization and analysis, thereby improving both efficiency and transparency in government financial operations. To facilitate the successful implementation and operation of FAST, Japan System provides comprehensive support, including business process reform consulting and digital transformation guidance. Over the past 40 years, FAST has been instrumental in reinforcing local governmental financial operations, with over 280 implementations nationwide, including adoption by 13 out of 23 wards in Tokyo.

For a complete overview of FAST's nationwide implementation cases, visit Japan System's Public Page.

About Japan System Co., Ltd.

Founded in June 1969 and reestablished in July 2020, Japan System is committed to supporting advancements in various sectors, including AI integration, app development, and cloud-based solutions.

For inquiries regarding services, please contact:
Japan System Co., Ltd. Public Business Division
TEL: 03-5309-0310
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Japan System Co., Ltd. Management Strategy Office, Public Relations
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