Pacific Systems

Basic Information

Stock Code
3847
Industry
Information and Communications Industry
Category Detail
Systems & Software
Prefecture
Saitama Prefecture
Establishment Year
August 1980
Listing Year
April 2007
Official Website
https://www.pacific-systems.co.jp/
TSE Information
TSE Information
Yahoo! Finance
Yahoo! Finance
Other Companies
Sakura Internet, GMO GlobalSign Holdings, TeraSky, Change Holdings, Maruo Cal, Amiya, Board RUA, ServerWorks, ID Holdings, Japan Business Systems, Toami, Kikukawa, KSK

Overview

Pacific Systems is a company founded in 1980 with strengths in software development and system integration in the information and communications industry.

Current Situation

Pacific Systems achieved consolidated sales of approximately 9.6 billion yen in 2023, with its base in Saitama Prefecture, focusing on system integration and image processing system design and development as its main businesses. Pacific Cement holds 68.72% of the shares as the major shareholder, providing a stable capital base. It differentiates itself from competitors by leveraging strengths in self-developed software. Through collaboration with its subsidiary System Base, it covers a wide range of areas including network systems and measurement control fields. It has obtained ISO9001 and ISO27001 certifications, enabling high-quality system provision with consideration for information security. Moving forward, it aims to strengthen its revenue base through the expansion of cloud services and data center businesses, focusing on solutions that support DX initiatives. It is also working to establish operations that consider sustainability, pursuing new product development and service enhancement using AI and IoT technologies as part of its medium- to long-term growth strategy. Amid increasing market demand for IT infrastructure, it is enhancing its competitiveness by strengthening services to its stable customer base.

Trivia

Interesting Facts

  • Originated from the systems division of Chichibu Cement.
  • Pacific Cement is the major shareholder and it serves as the group's IT core.
  • Holds triple certifications: ISO9001, ISO14001, and ISO27001.
  • Information services company headquartered in Saitama City, Saitama Prefecture.
  • Listed on the JASDAQ market in 2007.
  • Unique technology deployment in image processing and measurement control fields.
  • Main customers are in manufacturing, finance, and public institutions.
  • Mid-sized company with approximately 600 employees (consolidated).
  • Expands technology areas through collaboration with subsidiary System Base.
  • Builds long-term customer relationships through regional closeness.

Hidden Connections

  • Functions as the primary IT partner for the Pacific Cement Group.
  • Involved in system construction for multiple public projects.
  • Holds patented technology in image processing system development.
  • Technological fusion with subsidiary System Base is key to competitiveness.
  • Secured funding capabilities through listing on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Standard Market.
  • Pioneer in promoting AI utilization within the industry.
  • Conducts unique regionally focused deployment in cloud services business.
  • Employee stock ownership plan promotes employee participation in management.

Future Outlook

Growth Drivers

  • Increasing IT investments from strengthened DX promotion by domestic companies
  • Expansion of needs for AI and IoT technology adoption
  • Demand for smart factory transformation in manufacturing
  • Growth in cloud business and outsourcing demand
  • Expanding societal demand for information security enhancement
  • Strong customer support for regionally focused IT services
  • Government system updates and new system development projects
  • Growing demand for IT consulting for mid-sized companies
  • Expandability through technological innovations in industrial image processing
  • Strengthened synergies with Pacific Cement Group

Strategic Goals

  • Achieve 50% sales ratio from self-developed software
  • Cloud services business sales exceeding 2 billion yen
  • Market launch of 10 or more new products utilizing AI and IoT technologies
  • Continuously maintain ISO certifications for industry-leading quality assurance
  • Establish sustainable management system and reduce environmental impact
  • Expand bases to domestic and international customers for sales growth
  • Strengthen national presence in DX promotion support
  • Promote diverse talent development and work-style reforms
  • Build medium- to long-term stable revenue base
  • Expand social contribution activities in collaboration with local communities

Business Segments

System Integration

Overview
System development and implementation support contributing to business efficiency for companies.
Competitiveness
Stable customer base from Pacific Cement group
Customers
  • Manufacturing
  • Distribution
  • Financial Institutions
  • Public Institutions
  • Services
Products
  • Business System Design and Development
  • Custom Applications
  • System Operation Support

Network System Services

Overview
Provides secure construction and maintenance management of corporate networks.
Competitiveness
Abundant operational track record and technical expertise
Customers
  • Manufacturing
  • Retail
  • Finance
  • Educational Institutions
Products
  • Network Design and Construction
  • Network Monitoring Services
  • Security Measures

Image Processing Systems

Overview
Provides inspection and monitoring systems leveraging advanced image analysis technology.
Competitiveness
Integration of AI technology and industrial application know-how
Customers
  • Manufacturing
  • Medical Institutions
  • Logistics
  • Inspection Operations
Products
  • Image Inspection Systems
  • Video Analysis Software
  • AI Image Recognition

Measurement and Control Systems

Overview
Design and development of measurement and control systems for manufacturing processes.
Competitiveness
Custom design tailored to on-site needs
Customers
  • Manufacturing
  • Energy
  • Environmental Monitoring
  • Research Institutions
Products
  • Control Program Development
  • Sensing Devices
  • Process Automation Equipment

Cloud and Data Centers

Overview
Provides cloud infrastructure and hosting services.
Competitiveness
High security standards and reliability
Customers
  • Small and Medium Enterprises
  • IT Companies
  • Government Agencies
Products
  • Cloud Hosting
  • Backup Services
  • Data Center Operations

Outsourcing Services

Overview
Provides comprehensive IT system operations and user support.
Competitiveness
24-hour operation support capability
Customers
  • IT Companies
  • General Companies
  • Public Institutions
Products
  • System Operation Monitoring
  • Help Desk
  • Customer Support

IT Consulting

Overview
Consulting for corporate IT strategy formulation and business improvement.
Competitiveness
Advanced proposal capabilities grounded in practical experience
Customers
  • Mid-sized Companies
  • Large Companies
  • Public Organizations
Products
  • DX Promotion Support
  • Information Security Audits
  • Business Process Improvement

Security Solutions

Overview
Provides advanced information security services.
Competitiveness
Reliability backed by latest technologies and certifications
Customers
  • Financial Institutions
  • Manufacturing
  • IT Companies
Products
  • Network Monitoring
  • Antivirus Measures
  • Access Management

Mobile App Development Services

Overview
Develops business applications for mobile devices.
Competitiveness
Superior UI design from a user perspective
Customers
  • Sales Support Companies
  • Logistics
  • Services
Products
  • Sales Support Apps
  • On-site Management Apps

IoT Platform Development

Overview
Builds and provides operational support for industrial IoT systems.
Competitiveness
Extensive track record in industrial fields
Customers
  • Manufacturing
  • Energy Management
  • Smart City Projects
Products
  • IoT Device Integration
  • Data Analysis Platforms

Education and Training Services

Overview
Provides training services aimed at acquiring IT skills.
Competitiveness
Practical curriculum structure
Customers
  • Corporate IT Staff
  • New Engineers
  • General Users
Products
  • Programming Training
  • Security Education

Cloud Backup and DR Services

Overview
Provides reliable data protection services using the cloud.
Competitiveness
High availability and rapid recovery infrastructure
Customers
  • Small and Medium Enterprises
  • Financial Institutions
  • Government Agencies
Products
  • Data Backup
  • Disaster Recovery Planning

Competitive Advantage

Strengths

  • Strong capital base from Pacific Cement group
  • Technical strength from self-developed software
  • Extensive system integration track record
  • Advanced image processing and measurement control technologies
  • High-quality assurance through ISO certifications
  • Ability to meet diverse customer needs
  • Regionally focused support system
  • Promotion of cloud and IoT technology adoption
  • Stable and sustainable management base
  • Experienced engineering personnel
  • Continuous service improvement capabilities
  • Rich lineup of B2B services
  • Rapid response to industry needs
  • High operation and monitoring capabilities
  • Long-term trust relationships with customers

Competitive Advantages

  • Stable order base supported by Pacific Cement Group
  • Superior customization through self-developed software
  • One-stop services across a wide range of business areas
  • Specialization in industrial image processing and measurement control
  • Strict information security compliance with ISO27001 certification
  • Advanced integration of cloud and network technologies
  • High repeat orders due to strong customer relationships
  • Flexible and speedy response despite mid-sized scale
  • Capability to provide both software and hardware technologies
  • Trust building rooted in the region rather than national expansion
  • Focus on next-generation technology development using AI and IoT
  • Broad customer base across diverse industries
  • Technology area expansion through collaboration with subsidiary
  • Revenue diversification through multifaceted service deployment
  • Advanced system maintenance and operation monitoring

Threats

  • Intense technological innovation competition in the information and communications industry
  • Price competition intensification from entry of major IT companies
  • Increasing security risks from cyberattacks
  • Intensifying competition among cloud market players
  • Fluctuations in IT investment trends due to accelerating DX
  • Potential stagnation in IT demand due to domestic population decline
  • Unstable factors in global supply chains
  • Challenges in securing talent due to labor shortages
  • Business impacts from policy and regulatory changes
  • Risk of IT investment cuts due to economic downturn
  • Decline in orders from customers advancing in-house IT development
  • Increasing burden of investments in new technologies

Innovations

2023: Development of AI Image Analysis Software

Overview
Newly released AI-utilizing image analysis system for manufacturing lines.
Impact
Achieved improved inspection accuracy and labor cost reductions.

2024: Expansion of Cloud Hosting Services

Overview
Introduced new large-capacity server plans to strengthen services.
Impact
Able to meet cloud migration needs of small and medium enterprises.

2022: Obtained ISO27001 Information Security Certification

Overview
Strengthened information management system and successfully improved customer trust.
Impact
Increased acquisition of large corporate projects.

2021: Initiated IoT Platform Development

Overview
Built sensor management and data visualization platform for industrial applications.
Impact
Participated in smart factory construction projects.

2020: Launched DX Promotion Consulting Services

Overview
Rolled out new services for business reform support targeted at mid-sized companies.
Impact
Improved customer satisfaction and order volume.

Sustainability

  • Promotion of energy-saving in in-house IT equipment
  • Thorough paperless operations and introduction of electronic contracts
  • Active utilization of green IT technologies
  • Promotion of work-style reforms through improved work environment
  • Support activities for environmental education in the local community