Six years have passed since the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry released the "DX Report: Overcoming the '2025 Cliff' in IT Systems and Full-Scale Development of DX" in 2018, and the 2025 cliff is now imminent. Over these six years, the term "DX" has gained widespread recognition, and many companies have invested in IT tools and talent. However, it is likely that only a small number of companies feel they have achieved satisfactory transformation.
In this forum, we will introduce the DX initiatives of various companies and invite experts to share the latest trends and advanced knowledge regarding DX with all participants.
For this inaugural event, we are pleased to welcome Professor Akie Iriyama of Waseda Business School to speak on the importance of data in DX strategy. Additionally, as a special feature exclusive to this event, we will hold a dialogue between Professor Akie Iriyama and our CEO, Mr. Nagatake.
This event also provides an opportunity for participating companies to network while enjoying lunch.
Recommended For
Those Facing Challenges with DX Initiatives
Those Who Want to Learn About Success Stories from Other Companies or Exchange Information
Those Interested in the Latest Information and Case Studies
Date and Time
Tuesday, December 10, 2024
Starts at 12:00 PM (Doors open at 11:30 AM) Lunch and beverages will be provided
End Time: 15:30 (Scheduled)
Presentation Details
Presentation details and information regarding participating companies will be updated periodically.
- [Special Lecture] Professor Akiie Iriyama, Waseda Business School
The Importance of Data in DX Strategy
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Professor Akiie Iriyama
Waseda Business School
Graduate School of Business and Finance, Waseda University
Graduated from the Faculty of Economics at Keio University and completed his master's degree at the Graduate School of Economics at the same university. After working at Mitsubishi Research Institute, Inc., primarily engaged in research and consulting for automotive manufacturers and domestic and international government agencies, he earned his Ph.D. from the University of Pittsburgh Katz Graduate School of Business in 2008. In the same year, he became an Assistant Professor at the University at Buffalo School of Management, State University of New York. He became an Associate Professor at Waseda Business School in 2013 and a Professor in 2019. His area of expertise is management studies.
He has published numerous papers in major international management journals, including the Strategic Management Journal. His books include "World-Standard Management Theory" (Diamond, Inc.), "What Are the World's Management Scholars Thinking Now?" (Eiji Press), and "Cutting-Edge Management Theory That Business Schools Cannot Teach" (Nikkei BP), among others. He is also actively involved in disseminating information through various media outlets. |
- [Dialogue] Professor Iriyama × Katsuhito Nagatake of uSonar
What Is Required to Become a Data-Driven Organization
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uSonar Co., Ltd.
President and Representative Director Katsuhito Nagatake
Joined uSonar Co., Ltd. as a new graduate in 2000. After working in roles such as sales planning, he was appointed Executive Officer of the Sales Planning Group in July 2014. He became President and Representative Director in February 2019. He oversees the entire Sales Division and promotes customer success and marketing projects. Since taking office as President, he has grown uSonar's revenue by 260% over five years. He actively participates in various meetings and events, building a network with over 1,000 business owners and corporate executives annually, and continues to conduct over 500 business negotiations per year. He is dedicated to sharing the know-how of rapid revenue growth through data-driven sales and marketing activities not only with his own sales team but also with partners and clients. |
- [User Company Panel Discussion]
Sales DX Realized Through uSonar Services
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Takara standard Co., Ltd.
Manager, Structural Reform & DX Promotion Office and Sales Division, Sayuri Niimi
Joined Takara standard in 2018. After working in website operations, she joined the SFA implementation project in the sales department in 2019. As a core member, she led the construction and adoption of SFA. In August 2023, she won the Large Enterprise Category at the "National Salesforce Utilization Championship 2023," where user companies compete on their Salesforce utilization cases. Since April 2024, she has been a member of the newly established "Structural Reform & DX Promotion Office," which reports directly to the President. She is engaged in company-wide DX and data utilization initiatives, including not only SFA utilization but also the development of new business areas using CRM and collaboration with production and logistics sectors. |
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TOPPAN Holdings Inc.
General Manager, Information Empowerment Team, Business Infrastructure Reform Department, Corporate Planning Division, Tomohiro Uchida
After joining Toppan Printing Co., Ltd. (currently TOPPAN Holdings Inc.), he worked in the sales department, handling major automotive manufacturers and advertising agencies. Upon being seconded to BrandXing Inc., he transferred to the planning and development department, where he was responsible for formulating and supporting the operation of CRM strategies for clients. After returning to Toppan Printing, he was responsible for formulating and supporting the operation of digital marketing strategies for clients while promoting B2B digital marketing within his own department. He has held a concurrent position in the Corporate Planning Division since 2019, promoting the company-wide expansion of B2B digital marketing. Since 2023, he has been working exclusively in the Corporate Planning Division, where he is currently promoting data-driven management for the entire TOPPAN Group. |
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USEN ICT Solutions CORPORATION (U-NEXT HOLDINGS)
Executive Officer, General Manager of Inside Sales, Eikichi Sumiya
After graduating from university, he worked in electrical equipment sales and managed department store retail operations for imported stationery brands before joining a human resources firm. Concurrently, he was assigned to telemarketing operations for the corporate internet service USEN GATE02, provided by the then-named Wire and Broad Network Co., Ltd. (later renamed USEN Corporation, now U-NEXT HOLDINGS Co., Ltd.). In 2003, he shifted his focus to inside sales, managing the entire contract acquisition process exclusively via phone, email, and fax. He subsequently joined USEN Corporation. Currently, at USEN ICT Solutions CORPORATION, which inherited the ICT business from the parent company, he continues to redefine inside sales strategies, driving evolution and transformation to meet the demands of the modern era. |
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[Facilitator] uSonar Co., Ltd.
Executive Officer, DX Group, Sales Division, Masafumi Yuasa
Joined uSonar Co., Ltd. in 2005. For over 15 years, he has been engaged in solving various business challenges through B2B sales. He frequently speaks at seminars and events regarding the construction, maintenance, and utilization of customer databases, which serve as the foundation for B2B marketing. He was appointed Executive Officer of the DX Group, Sales Division, in October 2018. |
- [uSonar - New Feature Introduction]
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[Speaker] uSonar Co., Ltd.
Manager, Wide Area Group, Sales Division, Shuichi Kimata
Joined uSonar Co., Ltd. in 2018. Specializing primarily in the manufacturing sector, including machinery and food, he focuses on proposing solutions for sales efficiency, as well as the integration and utilization of internal customer data for large-scale enterprises. He was appointed Manager of the Wide Area Group, Sales Division, in May 2024. |
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[Speaker] uSonar Co., Ltd.
Manager, Planning Group, Sales Division, Taku Fujisawa
Joined uSonar Co., Ltd. in 2018. From an early stage in his career, he has been actively involved in large-scale projects, building accounts with major enterprises across various industries. Currently, as a manager, he leads multiple team members and is dedicated to promoting digital transformation (DX) for client companies. |
Details
- This is a secret seminar; the venue and further details will be provided only to registered participants after application.
- Participation is free of charge for guests invited by uSonar.
- For general participants without an invitation, the fee is 30,000 JPY (tax included) per person.
- If the number of applications exceeds the capacity, participants will be selected by lottery.
A maximum of two people per company may register. Each attendee must register individually via the application form. Seating is limited. We recommend early registration, as applications may close early depending on availability.
| Fee |
30,000 JPY (Tax Included)
Complimentary for guests invited by uSonar |
| Capacity |
180 Attendees (Maximum of two per company)
A lottery may be held if the number of applications exceeds capacity |
| Target Audience |
B2B Companies (Executives Only) |
| Organizer |
uSonar Co., Ltd. |
| Venue |
Near Shinagawa Station, Tokyo
Event details will be provided after registration. |
| Notes |
Seminar content and participating companies are subject to change without prior notice. If you wish to participate, please contact your uSonar sales representative.
Before registering, please read the following explanation regarding the acquisition of personal information and provide your consent before entering your registration details.
Regardless of whether you attend or are absent, the information you provide may be used for administrative communications regarding this seminar or event, as well as for various notifications from our company (such as publications, exhibitions, seminars, etc.) and for surveys.
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