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AI School for Businesses in Okayama: A Collaborative Effort by And-Dot and Chinese Bank

And-Dot Co., Ltd., a company specializing in generative AI solutions, is partnering with Chinese Bank and Japan Life Insurance Mutual Company to offer a comprehensive training program titled "ChatGPT Master Course" starting in September 2025. This initiative aims to support local businesses in Okayama by enhancing their digital transformation (DX) capabilities and addressing pressing labor shortages. The collaboration between And-Dot's expertise in AI and the extensive network of the regionally established Chinese Bank is set to empower sustainable growth across the local economy.

Background of the Collaboration: Local Challenges and AI Potential

In Japan, particularly in rural areas, issues like population decline and the aging workforce are creating significant operational challenges for businesses. To ensure their survival and growth, companies must embrace digital technologies to streamline operations, making DX essential. Generative AI holds the potential to automate various tasks such as content creation, summarization, translation, and idea generation, making it an invaluable tool for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that often lack access to specialized IT talent. Recognizing this, both And-Dot and Chinese Bank are committed to collaboratively supporting local enterprises in their DX efforts, aligning their visions in the process.

Overview of the Training Program: From Knowledge to Practical Application

The training program is designed to go beyond merely imparting knowledge. It aspires to equip participants with the skills necessary to effectively utilize AI in solving their company’s challenges. The four-session program will cover the fundamentals of generative AI, practical prompt engineering, application in specific business contexts, and conclude with participants presenting their AI implementation plans. Drawing from And-Dot's experience, which demonstrated an average of 33% reduction in operational tasks during trials in Fukuoka City, attendees will receive practical skills applicable across various industries and job functions.

What to Expect from And-Dot's AI School

And-Dot's AI School, including this collaborative effort with Chinese Bank, has previously offered numerous training programs aimed at fostering AI talent and promoting DX across various sectors, including finance and local governments. The curriculum is designed to enable participants to utilize AI effectively to meet their organizational challenges, including specialized workshops focused on creating bespoke AI business applications. Having collaborated with financial institutions and local government bodies nationwide, And-Dot tailors each training session to the specific industrial structures and challenges of the region in question. Participants have commended the practical content and clear, instructive delivery provided throughout the courses.

Training Schedule Overview

Company Overview

And-Dot Co., Ltd.

• - Representative: Yuuta Ibaraki, CEO
• - Headquarters: 2F-O1 Futaba Building, 1-16-6 Dogenzaka, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0043
• - Business: Generative AI solutions and related services
• - URL: and-dot.co.jp

Chinese Bank Co., Ltd.

• - Representative: Sadanao Kato, President
• - Headquarters: 1-15-20 Marunouchi, Okayama City 700-8628
• - Business: Banking services
• - URL: chugin.co.jp

Japan Life Insurance Mutual Company

• - Representative: Hiroshi Shimizu, President
• - Headquarters: 3-5-12 Imahashi, Chuo Ward, Osaka 541-8501
• - URL: nissay.co.jp