RAND Computer

Basic Information

Stock Code
3924
Industry
Information and Communications
Category Detail
Systems & Software
Prefecture
Tokyo
Establishment Year
January 1971
Listing Year
December 2015
Official Website
https://www.rand.co.jp/
TSE Information
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Overview

RAND Computer is a Tokyo-based systems integrator founded in 1971, providing integrated system development services from planning to operation and maintenance, and has established a solid position in the industry.

Current Situation

RAND Computer primarily engages in the systems integration business, with strengths in integrated services from planning and design to development and operation. Based in Tokyo, it maintains steady sales in the information and communications industry and has a track record of transactions with numerous client companies. It differentiates itself from competitors through meticulous customer service and customization capabilities, and maintains collaborative relationships with companies such as Clip and Career Design Center. It is actively introducing technologies in DX promotion and cloud services fields, advancing service diversification while continuing to adopt new technologies. In the future, it plans to strengthen development of AI and IoT integrated systems and focus on enhancing information security measures. It aims to balance management base stabilization with rapid responses to market needs, and expects to expand solutions for local governments and private companies. In terms of sustainability, it incorporates environmental impact reduction and work-style reforms, and actively engages in CSR activities. It also considers external partnerships and new business development for expansion, aiming for sustainable growth toward 2030.

Trivia

Interesting Facts

  • Mid-sized systems company with over 50 years of history since founding
  • Per-employee training hours exceed industry average
  • Early focus on business app development for small and medium enterprises
  • Rich track record in solutions for local governments
  • Strength in integrated contract services unlike major competitors
  • In-house DX promotion specialist team already established
  • Proprietary cloud infrastructure operational since 2020
  • Proportion of female engineers above industry average
  • Multiple high ratings in customer satisfaction surveys
  • Solution BU head and DX Promotion Division head recognized as expert
  • Evaluated as pioneer in remote work promotion
  • Actively participates in industry study groups and seminars
  • Established free IT consultation window for small and medium enterprise support
  • Rich in-house materials on proprietary IT operation know-how
  • Early implementation of security system enhancement

Hidden Connections

  • Overlaps partially with competitor Clip Corporation's customer base but has built a cooperative relationship
  • Has collaboration track record with Career Design Center in talent development and recruitment
  • Indirectly shares market with Fuji Dais in industry-specific app development
  • Partial technology and know-how exchange with SRA Holdings
  • Strong relationships through IT system introductions to Tokyo and surrounding local governments
  • Serves as a bridge between small and medium enterprises and local governments in DX support
  • Multiple members in industry association committees with influence on technology trends
  • Collaborates with Otsuka Corporation and majors in IT outsourcing market for customer support

Future Outlook

Growth Drivers

  • Growing DX promotion needs for small and medium enterprises
  • Acceleration of government digitalization policies
  • Expanding adoption of cloud services
  • Increasing companies adopting AI and IoT technologies
  • Rising IT-related demand from work-style reforms
  • Local government system renewal needs
  • Increasing cyber security investments
  • Customer emphasis on business efficiency enhancement
  • Expanding IT investments by medium and small enterprises
  • Diversification of system demand from industrial DX
  • Sophistication of remote work systems
  • Increasing demand for customized IT services

Strategic Goals

  • Achieve over 30% share in small and medium enterprise market
  • 100% cloud compatibility for all services
  • DX promotion support sales to account for 50% of total sales
  • Complete acquisition of international information security certification
  • Establish emphasis on employee diversity and work-life balance
  • Nationwide expansion of local government systems business
  • Acquire sustainability excellent company certification
  • Expand AI-related service sales ratio
  • Maintain customer satisfaction above 90%
  • Make IT talent development program an industry model

Business Segments

Systems Integration

Overview
Provides custom systems integration for customer business efficiency and DX promotion.
Competitiveness
Flexible service system capable of handling from planning to operation
Customers
  • Manufacturing
  • Distribution
  • Retail
  • Public Institutions
  • Financial Institutions
Products
  • Custom Business System Development
  • Core System Construction
  • Cloud Migration Support
  • Operation and Maintenance Services

Cloud Service Provision

Overview
Provides easy-to-use business support software on a cloud basis for small and medium enterprises.
Competitiveness
Product lineup specialized for the small and medium enterprise market with simple operation
Customers
  • Small and Medium Enterprises
  • Startups
  • Local Governments
Products
  • Cloud Accounting
  • Cloud Sales Management
  • Cloud Attendance Management

IT Consulting

Overview
Provides consulting aimed at corporate digital transformation and business efficiency.
Competitiveness
Proposal capabilities combining business understanding and IT technology
Customers
  • Medium-Sized Companies
  • Large Companies
  • Government Agencies
Products
  • DX Support
  • Business Improvement Consulting
  • IT Strategy Planning

Custom App Development

Overview
Plans and develops custom systems tailored to industry needs.
Competitiveness
Customer-close development and operation support
Customers
  • Manufacturing
  • Distribution
  • Retail
Products
  • Industry-Specific Custom Systems
  • Mobile-Compatible Business Apps
  • Cloud-Linked Solutions

Operation and Support Services

Overview
Provides one-stop services centered on operation and maintenance of in-house developed systems.
Competitiveness
Rapid response and troubleshooting risk reduction
Customers
  • System User Companies
  • Retail Chains
  • Public Institutions
Products
  • System Monitoring
  • Troubleshooting
  • Periodic Maintenance

Competitive Advantage

Strengths

  • Integrated service provision from planning to operation
  • Capable of meeting small and medium enterprise needs
  • Flexible customization capabilities
  • Rich experience in industry-specific system development
  • Customer-close support system
  • Strength in cloud solutions
  • Solid financial base
  • Flexible technology adoption
  • Long-term customer relationship building
  • Track record with local governments
  • DX promotion support capabilities
  • Excellent talent development
  • Stable order environment
  • 対応力 to multiple industries
  • Robust information security

Competitive Advantages

  • Capable of handling from planning, design, development, to maintenance in an integrated system
  • Strong in business systems and trusted in the small and medium enterprise market
  • Superior customization closely aligned with customer operations
  • Comprehensive cloud service introduction and operation support
  • Specialized knowledge to meet diverse industry needs
  • Stable customer base enabling continuous orders
  • Wide-ranging service provision through partnerships
  • Specialized in supporting customer business transformation via DX promotion
  • High evaluation in information security management system
  • Superior balance of cost efficiency and quality in services

Threats

  • Intensifying price competition with major IT companies
  • Impact from customers shifting to external clouds
  • Delays in responding to rapid IT technology changes
  • Difficulty in securing engineers due to aging population
  • Intensified competition from new entrants
  • Increasing cyber security risks
  • IT investment restraint due to economic downturn
  • Increased compliance costs from stricter regulations
  • Increased response burden from diversifying customer needs
  • Decline in market competitiveness due to delays in innovative technologies
  • Risk of productivity decline from changes in work environment
  • Barriers to overseas market expansion

Innovations

2024: Development of AI-Utilizing Business Automation Support Tool

Overview
Newly released a business automation tool equipped with AI technology to achieve efficient system operation.
Impact
Contributes to customer business efficiency and reduction in working hours

2023: Multifunctionalization and Expansion of Cloud Services

Overview
Added diverse business functions to existing cloud services to improve customer satisfaction.
Impact
Increase in users and improved customer satisfaction

2022: Launch of Security Enhancement Project

Overview
Significantly improved internal and external systems to strengthen information security management.
Impact
Reduced information leakage risks and improved reliability

2021: Development of Field Management System Using IoT Integration

Overview
Successfully developed a field management system incorporating IoT technology to promote business efficiency.
Impact
Contributes to productivity improvement at customer sites

2020: Launch of Remote Work Compatible Platform

Overview
Developed and provided a system platform suitable for remote work in response to the pandemic.
Impact
Supports work-style reforms at customer companies

Sustainability

  • Promoting energy-saving cloud infrastructure
  • Actively introducing paperless operations
  • Promoting work-life balance for employees
  • IT education support activities for local communities
  • Promoting participation in socially contributory volunteering
  • In-house initiatives to reduce energy consumption
  • Strengthened resource management for recycling promotion
  • Implementation of sustainable procurement
  • Initiation of renewable energy utilization review
  • Promotion of low-environmental-impact system design
  • Creating diverse and inclusive workplace environments
  • Supporting regional revitalization through IT utilization