AI Data Inc. Launches AI-Koumei™ on IDX for Publishing & Printing

AI Data Inc., based in Minato, Tokyo, is set to revolutionize the publishing and printing industry with the introduction of AI-Koumei™ on IDX for Publishing & Printing. This innovative generative AI module is designed to tackle the unique challenges faced by professionals in these sectors. As demand for faster turnaround times and diverse product offerings continues to increase, reliance on human experience and memory for tasks like manuscript checks, revisions, and workflow adjustments remains a critical pain point.

Challenges in the Industry

The publishing and printing landscape is evolving rapidly. Professionals often find themselves saying things like:

- “Without that specific team member, progress halts.”
- “Delays in the manuscript affect final deadlines.”
- “Sudden changes consume valuable time and manpower.”

These sentiments highlight the need for an advanced operational framework that can adapt to these challenges.

AI-Koumei™: An Overview

AI-Koumei™ offers a solution that integrates generative AI with operational data, effectively creating a new infrastructure for business activities. This module assists in various areas including:

- Progress tracking: Understanding the production stages and status.
- Consistency checking: Ensuring uniform language and style across all written materials.
- Historical searches: Comparing past projects for similarities and organizing revision histories.

The goal of AI-Koumei™ is to enhance data visibility and reusability, significantly reducing the time spent on decision-making and information sharing.

Features of AI-Koumei™

1. AI-Driven Progress Alerts: Automatically extracts attention-required projects based on delays and revision histories, notifying involved parties.
2. Manuscript Checks: Detects grammar errors and style inconsistencies while assisting with compliance checks.
3. Knowledge Database for Revisions: Structures instructions and revisions for future reference, enhancing efficiency across similar projects.
4. Recommendations for Reprints and Similar Projects: Proposes reusable templates based on past production specifications and orders.
5. Deadline and Production Line Alerts: Notifies relevant teams of potential impacts on printing and delivery schedules due to changes in production flow.

Real-World Implications

The implementation of AI-Koumei™ is expected to streamline workflows significantly. For example:

- Checking Progress Schedules: Traditionally done via Excel and email several times a day, now AI organizes tasks for each stakeholder automatically.
- Manuscript Review: Previously requiring 30-60 minutes, now can be completed in as little as 3-5 minutes through AI assistance.
- History Management: Transforms personal records into searchable knowledge databases for immediate future reference.

By automating mundane tasks, AI-Koumei™ empowers creative personnel to focus on high-value decision-making processes. It ensures that even less experienced staff can access historical data and guidance, reducing the dependency on specific individuals.

Build Partnerships for Pilot Implementation

AI Data Inc. is actively seeking pilot partners within sectors such as:

- Publishers (books, magazines, e-books, educational materials)
- Printing companies (commercial, on-demand, independent printing)
- Companies specializing in production management and direction
- BPO service providers engaged in proofreading, DTP, and plate-making processes.

With the integration of generative AI and operational data, AI Data Inc. provides consultative support that can include grant-backed proposals for implementation, API connectivity designs for printing and ERP, and provision of proof-of-concept demonstrations.

For more information and to explore a free trial of the generative AI module AI-Koumei™, please visit the AI Data Inc. website.

About AI Data Inc.

Founded in April 2015, AI Data Inc. has a mission to help businesses and individuals protect and leverage their data assets, maintaining over 20 years of industry experience. With over 10,000 corporate clients and more than a million customers, the company has consistently ranked first in the BCN Awards for 16 years straight for sales volume. Their unique offerings focus on cloud data management, data ecosystem solutions, and integrating knowledge assets to enhance profitability for clients.