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Lotsful's Continued Support for Digital Transformation in Nagahama

In a significant development for the digital landscape of Nagahama City, Shiga Prefecture, the freelance talent matching service ‘Lotsful’ has been selected as a DX (Digital Transformation) support partner for three consecutive years. Operated by Persol Innovation, which aims to bring smiles to the workplace with the vision “Hataraite, Waraou,” Lotsful is committed to enhancing the operational efficiency of local governments through digital innovation.

Beginning from April 1, 2026, Lotsful’s support will focus on the implementation of advanced DX measures using generative AI and Python, building on its previous successes in streamlining operations and fostering in-house capabilities. The initiative is part of a broader move by the Cabinet Office to promote local revitalization through specialized digital talent.

Lotsful's Focus on Digital Transformation

The city of Nagahama is dedicated to creating a digital environment that is friendly and reassuring for all its citizens. Since the collaboration with Lotsful began, the local government has seen substantial improvements in operational efficiency through the use of robotic process automation (RPA) scenarios and the standardization of various functions.

For the upcoming fiscal year, Lotsful plans to expand its efforts further, providing development support through Python, advice on reconstructing administrative workflows, and the application of generative AI technologies. By leveraging digital expertise, the initiative aims to enhance both productivity in administrative operations and the overall quality of citizen services. Additionally, training sessions and advisory meetings for staff will be organized to improve their understanding and capabilities in utilizing these digital tools effectively.

About Nagahama City

Located in the northern part of Shiga Prefecture, Nagahama City is blessed with beautiful natural surroundings and is rich in historical and cultural heritage, often referred to as the “Holy Land of the Warring States” and the “Land of Kannon.” The city has a tradition of embracing incoming cultures and industries while maintaining a spirit of community governance. In this nurturing environment, there is a strong inclination among residents to challenge with “let’s try” initiatives, promoting new working styles such as remote working.

Nagahama City's Statement

The local government has been focusing on enhancing and streamlining operations through digital technologies. RPA has been a cornerstone of our efforts thus far. Starting from the next fiscal year, with the continuous support from Lotsful, we have embarked on re-evaluating our business processes and promoting the use of digital technologies. By integrating insights from specialized personnel, our staff's understanding of digital applications has markedly improved, paving the way for tangible achievements. In this coming year, we will advance towards more complex reforms in business operations, including support for development using Python and the application of Large Language Models (LLM) for generative AI. We remain committed to improving the efficiency of administrative operations and enhancing the quality of services provided to our citizens.

Comments from Midori Tanaka, CEO of Lotsful

“We at Lotsful have supported various municipalities with their digital transformations and PR efforts. It brings us immense joy to reach the third year in our collaboration with Nagahama City,” says Midori Tanaka. “In the previous years, our focus was on enhancing operational efficiency and in-house capabilities through RPA. With the integration of specialized talent, we have been able to foster a culture of resourcefulness among staff in terms of internalization and business improvement. This year, we aim to build on these foundations by providing support for Python development and utilizing generative AI and LLMs, significantly contributing to Nagahama's goal of realizing a digital environment that is kind and reassuring for all.”

About the Regional Revitalization Human Resource Support System

The Regional Revitalization Human Resource Support System is a government initiative to match local governments facing regional challenges with specialized digital talents who have expertise in DX implementation. Recognized human resource firms are tasked with selecting and introducing optimal external talents based on municipal project requirements. This project falls under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications and the Cabinet Office, integrating funding for external talent utilization into the broader initiative for regional revitalization.

In conclusion, Lotsful's ongoing support for Nagahama exemplifies a strong partnership aimed at exploiting the full potential of digital transformation, enhancing the operational capabilities of local governance, while ensuring that services remain citizen-focused.