#Japan #AI Solutions #Tokyo #Compliance #NAVEX

NAVEX Expansion in Japan

NAVEX, a global leader in governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) software, is set to expand its operations in Japan. The company, headquartered in Lake Oswego, Oregon, will officially establish its Japan office in December 2025. This strategic move follows the opening of a Global Capability Center in Bangalore, India, earlier this year and the appointment of Naoki Mitsuya as the leader of Japanese operations.

Since its inception in 2012, NAVEX has been at the forefront of GRC, providing support to over 13,000 organizations worldwide. With the integrated GRC platform NAVEX One, the company enables organizations to enhance their ethical practices and transparency while actively managing risks across their operations.

In Japan, growing interest in compliance following the amendments to the Whistleblower Protection Act and a heightened focus on AI accountability have driven companies to pursue more sophisticated compliance measures. According to NAVEX's recent report titled "Current Status of Risk and Compliance in Japan", only 47% of domestic companies have established a hotline, while just 38% reported that their compliance teams are actively involved in AI decision-making processes.

To address these challenges, NAVEX will leverage its global expertise to enhance support systems in Japanese, developing solutions that are tailored to the specific needs of Japanese enterprises. The transition from traditional, subjective compliance processes to more continuous and strategic operations will be facilitated by AI-driven analysis and automation.

The newly established NAVEX Japan, located in Chuo Ward, Tokyo, will focus on product sales, implementation support, and customer success within the Japanese market. Country Manager Naoki Mitsuya, who brings over 25 years of experience in the high-tech sector, aims to drive the practical and contextual implementation of GRC for Japanese businesses.

Quotes from NAVEX Leaders

• - Naoki Mitsuya, Country Manager: "The establishment of NAVEX Japan signifies a significant milestone in our global expansion. As awareness of ethics and transparency heightens among Japanese companies, we strive to support governance, risk, and compliance as a 'practical and embedded system in daily operations.' Through solutions like NAVEX One, we aim to contribute to the creation of more reliable and sustainable organizations in Japan."
• - Andrew Bates, CEO of NAVEX: "Japanese companies are increasingly emphasizing supply chain efficiency, risk management, and compliance systems. NAVEX is committed to robustly supporting these efforts through our AI and data-driven solutions, helping Japanese enterprises enhance transparency and accountability."

Main Solutions Offered by NAVEX

NAVEX's integrated platform includes several key solutions:

• - NAVEX One Whistleblowing & Incident Management: This multilingual, anonymous internal reporting and incident management system centralizes the process from reporting to investigation and corrective action.
• - NAVEX One Policy & Procedure Management: Streamlines the creation, approval, distribution, and reading management of policies and procedures, aiding in standardizing compliance operations.
• - NAVEX One Ethics & Compliance Training: Provides compliance training programs on topics such as ethics, harassment prevention, and information protection.
• - NAVEX One Third-Party Screening & Monitoring: Screens and monitors third-party risks related to bribery, sanctions, and reputational issues.
• - NAVEX One Disclosure Management: Supports transparency and accountability through managing disclosures related to conflicts of interest, gifts, and external activities.
• - NAVEX One Risk & Governance: Offers comprehensive risk and governance functionalities to identify, evaluate, and prioritize risks across the organization.

All functionalities operate integratively on the NAVEX One platform, utilizing AI for risk trend analysis and insight reporting features.

About NAVEX

NAVEX has earned the trust of 75% of Fortune 100 and 500 companies, cementing its status as a global leader in governance, risk, and compliance management solutions. The NAVEX One platform employs industry-leading benchmark data and insights to strengthen risk and compliance programs, empowering organizations. With a holistic view of risks related to enterprises, third parties, and ecosystems, NAVEX facilitates enhanced regulatory compliance and proactive risk management. Founded in Lake Oswego, Oregon, NAVEX continues to pave the way for the future of governance, risk, and compliance. For more information about NAVEX, visit their website or follow their social media channels.