System Integrator

Basic Information

Stock Code
3826
Industry
Information and Communications Industry
Category Detail
Systems & Software
Prefecture
Saitama Prefecture
Establishment Year
March 1995
Listing Year
December 2006
Official Website
https://www.sint.co.jp/
TSE Information
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Overview

System Integrator is a software development company founded in 1995 in the information and communications industry, with strengths in EC site construction and development support tools.

Current Situation

System Integrator recorded net sales of approximately 4 billion yen and net profit of about 580 million yen in 2019, maintaining solid management. Its flagship products, the EC site construction software 'SI Web Shopping' series and the development support tool 'SI Object Browser,' meet specialized needs. The company expanded early into the Chinese market and is advancing global business development. Listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange's First Section, it boasts a stable financial base and is expanding its consulting business. It actively introduces the latest technologies, enhances cloud services, and supports customers' digital transformation. Moving forward, it will innovate technologies for business efficiency and project management tools, focusing on sustainable management and contributions to local communities. Under President Umeda's leadership, advanced software development and expansion into domestic and international markets form the core strategies.

Trivia

Interesting Facts

  • Founded in 1995 and listed on TSE in 2006, relatively early.
  • Pioneer in domestic EC software.
  • Entry into Chinese market began in 2009.
  • Diverse product lineup with only 174 employees.
  • Participated in MIJS Consortium launch for technology collaboration.
  • President and Representative Director is founding member Hiroyuki Umeda.
  • Provides unique programming skills assessment service.
  • Head office in Land Axis Tower, Saitama Shintoshin.
  • Audited by EY ShinNihon LLC.
  • Track record in system development with NTT affiliates.
  • Project management tools highly evaluated domestically and internationally.
  • Flexible customization capabilities praised in the industry.
  • Development support tools popular in software development sites.
  • Continued stable growth post-listing.
  • Multifaceted services leveraging technological strength as a feature.

Hidden Connections

  • Technology collaboration with major domestic IT companies through MIJS Consortium participation.
  • Achieved international business expansion via capital tie-up with Chinese local companies.
  • President Umeda has investment track record in multiple IT ventures.
  • Indirect competitive relationship with Cybozu etc. in business system packages.
  • Project management tool adopted as standard by some major financial institutions.
  • Programming skills assessment service adopted by numerous educational institutions.
  • Former head office site repurposed as major commercial facility.
  • Robust accounting and compliance system through collaboration with EY audit firm.

Future Outlook

Growth Drivers

  • Expanding demand for cloud SaaS services
  • Increased IT tool utilization due to remote work promotion
  • Growing needs for DX in small and medium enterprises
  • Strengthened expansion into overseas markets, especially Asia
  • Application of AI and automation technologies to development support
  • Rising demand for enhanced digital security
  • Diversifying demand for business efficiency tools
  • Linkage of programming skills assessment with talent market
  • Increasing corporate demand for environmentally conscious activities
  • Growing demand for API management technology
  • Expansion of education and training service market
  • Rapid growth in mobile app development support market

Strategic Goals

  • Achieve over 50% revenue ratio from cloud services
  • Expand overseas revenue ratio to over 30%
  • Release new development support tools equipped with AI technology
  • Establish top-class programming skills assessment service in the industry
  • Realize carbon neutral management
  • Aim for 30% or higher ratio of female engineers
  • Expand IT education support programs for local communities
  • Increase revenue ratio from monthly subscription services
  • Create new businesses through partner collaborations
  • Enhance information security product lineup

Business Segments

EC Site Development Support

Overview
Business segment supporting customers' EC site construction and operations.
Competitiveness
Abundant EC construction expertise and customization capabilities
Customers
  • Small and Medium Enterprises
  • Retailers
  • Distributors
  • Manufacturers
  • Service Providers
Products
  • SI Web Shopping Series
  • Cloud EC Services
  • Custom Development
  • Operation and Maintenance Services

Software Development Support Tools

Overview
Provides efficiency tools for development sites to improve productivity.
Competitiveness
Comprehensive features specialized in project management
Customers
  • System Development Companies
  • IT Consulting Firms
  • Engineering Companies
  • Research Institutions
Products
  • SI Object Browser Series
  • Project Management Tools
  • Database Design Tools

ERP Solutions

Overview
Supports optimization of corporate resource planning operations.
Competitiveness
Advanced and stable next-generation ERP software
Customers
  • Manufacturing
  • Wholesale
  • Financial Institutions
Products
  • GRANDIT ERP Package
  • System Integration Services

Cloud Business Support Services

Overview
Supports business on a cloud basis for flexible operations.
Competitiveness
Service provision adaptable to diverse business needs
Customers
  • IT Companies
  • Small and Medium Enterprises
  • Venture Companies
Products
  • SI Cloud Project Management
  • SI Cloud EC
  • SaaS Business Apps

IT Consulting

Overview
Supports formulation of corporate IT utilization strategies and operational improvements.
Competitiveness
Large roster of experienced consultants
Customers
  • Large Enterprises
  • Medium-Sized Enterprises
  • Public Organizations
Products
  • IT Strategy Planning Support
  • Business Process Improvement Proposals
  • System Implementation Support

Customization and Maintenance Services

Overview
Ongoing support services for package software users.
Competitiveness
Flexible, customer-focused response system
Customers
  • SI Package Users
  • Large Enterprises
  • Small and Medium Enterprises
Products
  • Software Customization
  • System Maintenance
  • Troubleshooting

Programming Skills Assessment Service

Overview
Service to streamline engineers' skills evaluation.
Competitiveness
High-precision skills assessment algorithm
Customers
  • IT Companies
  • Staffing Agencies
  • Educational Institutions
Products
  • SI Skills Check
  • Skills Evaluation Reports

Database-Related Services

Overview
Supports efficiency in database design and management.
Competitiveness
Specialized technology and long track record
Customers
  • IT System Development Companies
  • Large-Scale Data Management Companies
Products
  • SI DB Tools
  • Database Optimization Support

Security Solutions

Overview
Strongly supports corporate information security measures.
Competitiveness
Comprehensive security product lineup
Customers
  • Corporate Information Management Departments
  • Public Institutions
  • Financial Institutions
Products
  • SI Secure Endpoint
  • Information Audit Tools

Education and Training Services

Overview
Provides training aimed at engineer development and skill improvement.
Competitiveness
Practical curriculum and instructors
Customers
  • IT Companies
  • Educational Institutions
  • Human Resource Development Centers
Products
  • Programming Training
  • IT Skills Enhancement Courses

Mobile App Development Support

Overview
Supports rapid mobile app development.
Competitiveness
Development tools compatible with multiple environments
Customers
  • App Development Companies
  • Startups
Products
  • SI Mobile Dev Kit
  • Cross-Platform Tools

API Management and Development Platform

Overview
Enables unified management from API design to operations.
Competitiveness
High-performance API integration management functions
Customers
  • Web Service Operators
  • System Integrators
Products
  • SI API Manager

Competitive Advantage

Strengths

  • Expertise in EC construction technology
  • High-quality development support tool suite
  • Cloud service delivery capability
  • Abundant industry knowledge and track record
  • Flexible customization response
  • Solid financial base
  • Global expansion experience
  • Strong customer relationship management
  • Excellent engineering team
  • Comprehensive maintenance support
  • Diverse product lineup
  • High-precision programming assessment
  • Advanced development tool development
  • Project management technology
  • Reliability as a listed company

Competitive Advantages

  • Specialized position in EC package field
  • Early entry and track record in Chinese market
  • Expansion of cloud-based SaaS services
  • Competitive products from in-house development
  • Provision of flexible customization services
  • Comprehensive integrated project management tools
  • Investment capacity backed by stable finances
  • Response capability to wide range of industry clients
  • Excellent user support system
  • Continuous evolution of software development technology
  • Talent evaluation system via skills assessment service
  • Risk diversification through multifaceted product portfolio
  • Track record in integrated ERP solutions
  • Added value from consulting services
  • Reliable audit system by major audit firm

Threats

  • Intensifying competition in software market
  • Price competition in cloud services
  • Risk of falling behind rapid technological progress
  • Market fragmentation by new entrants
  • Reduction in client IT budgets
  • Increasing information security risks
  • Global economic uncertainty
  • Challenges in talent acquisition
  • Regulatory changes in Chinese market
  • Need for rapid response to changing customer needs
  • Rising software quality assurance costs
  • Revenue risks from exchange rate fluctuations

Innovations

2024: Expansion of SI Cloud Services

Overview
Strengthened cloud-based EC and project management services.
Impact
Contributes to customer base expansion and stable revenue

2023: Improvement of Development Support Tools Using AI Technology

Overview
Developed and introduced AI support functions to improve programming quality.
Impact
15% improvement in development efficiency and quality

2022: Development of Global ERP Integrated Platform

Overview
Released next-generation product with multinational ERP system compatibility.
Impact
Enhanced competitiveness in overseas markets

2021: Expansion of Programming Skills Assessment Service

Overview
Implemented online skills evaluation for remote work.
Impact
New customer acquisition and improved retention

2020: Cloud Migration of Project Management Tools

Overview
Fully transitioned from on-premises to cloud compatibility.
Impact
30% increase in adoption rate, new revenue generation

Sustainability

  • 社内省エネとペーパーレス推進
  • 地域IT人材育成支援プログラム
  • 女性技術者増加のための環境整備
  • 社員の健康増進施策の導入
  • 品質保証による顧客満足度向上
  • 公平な雇用とキャリア開発支援
  • 地域社会へのIT教育支援
  • リモートワーク推進によるCO2削減
  • 多様性推進による創造性向上
  • 顧客データ保護の徹底