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FORVAL's Commitment to Digital Transformation

FORVAL, a leading consultancy with a strong focus on ESG management, is preparing to implement the Digital DX Human Resource Development Course in Kyoto. With a mission to create a new world through the notion of "new normals," the company aims to support local small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in enhancing their productivity and competitiveness in a rapidly changing economic environment.

Background and Objectives

The decision to launch this initiative arises from the pressing challenges faced by Kyoto's SMEs, exacerbated by factors such as an aging population, a declining workforce, and a notable skills gap in digital technologies. The City of Kyoto has identified the lack of knowledgeable individuals in digital fields as a significant barrier to leveraging digital advancements for sustainable economic growth. In response to these challenges, the city has entrusted the planning and operational responsibilities of the training course to FORVAL.

Through this program, FORVAL intends to provide a structured opportunity for business leaders and employees to learn about digital technologies, ranging from the fundamentals to practical applications of digital transformation (DX). This educational approach is designed not only to boost the efficiency of SMEs but also to strengthen their foundational business operations and stimulate growth.

Structure of the Digital DX Course

The Digital DX Human Resource Development Course comprises several key sessions, allowing participants to explore various aspects of digital transformation comprehensively. Attendees who complete a preliminary DX assessment using the management visualization tool, Kizuna PARK, will receive a valuable DX diagnostic report.

Course Schedule:

• - Session 1: Business DX (September 29, Year 7, 1 PM - 4 PM)
• - Session 2: Sales DX (October 16, Year 7, 1 PM - 4 PM)
• - Session 3: Human Resource DX (October 27, Year 7, 1 PM - 4 PM)

Location

The sessions will be held at the Kyoto Economic Center, Conference Room 3-F, located at 7-8, Hakumachi, Shijo-dori, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto.

Participation Details

Each session can accommodate a maximum of 30 participants on a first-come, first-served basis. The program is free of charge and aimed at employees of SMEs within Kyoto.

Application Process

To enroll, interested parties can register via the web or fax by filling out the necessary information on the application form available online. The registration deadlines for each session are as follows:

• - Session 1: September 28, Year 7
• - Session 2: October 15, Year 7
• - Session 3: October 26, Year 7

About FORVAL

Founded in 1980, FORVAL aims to be the guiding force in supporting SMEs through its expertise across five specialized domains: information and communications, overseas expansion, environment, human resources and education, and entrepreneurship and business succession. With a capital of 4.15 billion yen, FORVAL continues to push for the F-Japan initiative, collaborating with municipal governments, private companies, educational institutions, and financial organizations to foster digital and green transformation talent across Japan, thereby revitalizing local economies through a sustainable cycle of growth.

To learn more about FORVAL and its initiatives, visit their official website.