Ubicom Holdings

Basic Information

Stock Code
3937
Industry
Information and Communications
Category Detail
Systems & Software
Prefecture
Tokyo
Establishment Year
December 2005
Listing Year
June 2016
Official Website
https://www.ubicom-hd.com/
TSE Information
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Overview

Ubicom Holdings is a holding company in the information and communications industry established in 2005, primarily engaged in embedded software development and medical IT services, with a focus on global expansion and strategic investments as a growth company.

Current Situation

Ubicom Holdings achieved consolidated sales of approximately 5.2 billion yen and operating profit of approximately 1 billion yen in the fiscal year ended March 2023, demonstrating stable growth. Its core global business provides solutions leveraging embedded software and advanced technologies such as AI and RPA. Through its medical information systems subsidiary, it focuses on IT services for medical institutions, building competitive advantages in data analysis and cloud services. It drives growth through investments in promising new businesses via its Win-Win Invest model. As a Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market-listed company, it maintains a solid financial base and is strategically advancing business expansion both domestically and internationally. It is also committed to sustainable management and technological innovation, expanding its social contributions in the medical and IT sectors. Looking ahead, it plans to strengthen R&D and investments in anticipation of growing demand for AI and digitalization as well as overseas market growth.

Trivia

Interesting Facts

  • Established in 2005, relatively new but experiencing rapid growth
  • Maintains development base in the Philippines to control labor costs
  • Unique IT services specialized in the medical field
  • Listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market
  • Early focus on 3A technologies including AI and RPA
  • Established subsidiaries overseas for global expansion
  • Collaborates with many growth companies through strategic investments
  • Main business is system development for large enterprises
  • Provides high-quality testing and quality assurance services
  • President Masayuki Aoki is also a major shareholder
  • High evaluation for medical safety support systems
  • Platinum partner of testing certification body ISTQB
  • Owns medical information subsidiary AIS as a key subsidiary
  • Secures stable revenue sources through diversified businesses
  • Acquired various quality standards including ISO for thorough quality management

Hidden Connections

  • Partner agreement with Japan IBM to strengthen ties with major companies
  • Multiple partnerships with industry leaders in IT services for medical institutions
  • Leverages Philippines development base to offset domestic and international labor cost differences
  • Promotes technological innovation through joint research with IT companies in strategic investment portfolio
  • Aiming to enhance corporate value through market change to Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime
  • Track record of transactions with multiple insurers for medical receipt checking services
  • Connections with global companies planning expansion in AI and RPA fields across several countries
  • Promotes medical DX through provision of cloud services for medical use

Future Outlook

Growth Drivers

  • Surging demand for AI and RPA-related services
  • Needs for strengthened regulatory compliance in medical IT
  • Expansion of global IT outsourcing market
  • Advancement of cloud services and data analysis
  • Business expansion from growth in strategic investment targets
  • Market expansion due to Japan's DX promotion policies
  • Acceleration of talent development and technological innovation
  • Rapid response to diverse customer needs

Strategic Goals

  • Establishment of sustainable management foundation
  • Market share expansion in medical IT and acquisition of technological leadership
  • Achieve over 50% revenue ratio from AI and 3A technology services
  • Expansion of global operations with overseas sales ratio exceeding 30%
  • Achieve over 10 billion yen in new business sales
  • Improvement in employee diversity and work-life balance
  • Clear goal setting for reducing environmental impact
  • Acquisition of innovative technologies through strategic investments
  • Continuous improvement in customer satisfaction
  • Advancement of information security systems

Business Segments

Embedded Software Development Business

Overview
Provides design, development, and maintenance of embedded software for various industries.
Competitiveness
High technological capabilities and cost competitiveness through overseas development
Customers
  • Automobile manufacturers
  • Home appliance manufacturers
  • Communication equipment manufacturers
  • Industrial machinery manufacturers
  • Medical equipment manufacturers
Products
  • Automotive software
  • IoT device control software
  • Firmware development
  • Embedded AI solutions
  • Software maintenance and operations

Medical IT Business

Overview
Provides IT solutions to medical institutions and related companies to support business efficiency.
Competitiveness
Abundant know-how specialized in the medical field and optimal services
Customers
  • Hospitals and clinics
  • Medical information systems companies
  • Insurers (insurance associations, etc.)
  • Medical data analysis companies
Products
  • Receipt checking services
  • Medical data analysis services
  • Cloud-based clinical support services
  • Medical safety support systems
  • IT consulting

Software Testing and Quality Assurance Business

Overview
Provides software quality assurance services to a wide range of industries.
Competitiveness
High-quality evaluation system backed by globally certified partners
Customers
  • Software development companies
  • IT service providers
  • Manufacturing IT departments
  • Telecommunications carriers
Products
  • Functional and performance testing
  • Security assessments
  • Automated testing implementation
  • Test design and operational support
  • Quality management consulting

3A Technology Solutions Business

Overview
Supports business transformation with the latest technologies to improve efficiency and quality.
Competitiveness
Strong proposal capabilities backed by extensive AI and RPA implementation track record
Customers
  • Financial institutions
  • Retail industry
  • Manufacturing industry
  • Government offices
  • Major IT companies
Products
  • AI solution development
  • RPA development support
  • Big data analysis
  • Business process automation
  • Strategic consulting

Overseas Development Services

Overview
Cost-effective development services from bases in the Philippines and Southeast Asia.
Competitiveness
Balance of low-cost overseas bases and Japanese quality standards
Customers
  • Information systems departments of Japanese companies
  • Development departments of foreign companies
  • Startup companies
  • Software development outsourcers
Products
  • Offshore software development
  • Quality assurance services
  • System maintenance and operations
  • Technical training services

IT Strategic Investment Business

Overview
Growth support and investment expansion through collaboration with leading companies.
Competitiveness
Extensive industry network and business promotion capabilities
Customers
  • Growth companies
  • IT ventures
  • Collaborative partners
Products
  • New business investments
  • Strategic partnerships
  • Business development support

Cloud Services Business

Overview
Supports customer operations with secure and flexible cloud infrastructure.
Competitiveness
Reliable domestic data centers and high reliability
Customers
  • Small and medium enterprises
  • Medical institutions
  • Educational institutions
  • Government offices
Products
  • Cloud-based business systems
  • Data analysis platforms
  • Security services
  • System operational support

Consulting Services

Overview
Provides practical IT consulting directly linked to management challenges.
Competitiveness
Broad industry knowledge from medical to manufacturing
Customers
  • Corporate executives
  • IT project managers
  • New business development departments
  • Medical institution managers
Products
  • IT strategy formulation support
  • Business process improvement
  • System implementation support
  • Technical training

Education and Training Business

Overview
Operates talent development programs for cutting-edge technologies.
Competitiveness
Reputation for programs closely aligned with practical work
Customers
  • System engineers
  • Corporate training coordinators
  • IT engineers
  • Universities and vocational schools
Products
  • Embedded technology training
  • AI and data analysis courses
  • Quality assurance training
  • RPA implementation training

Security Services Business

Overview
Protects customer assets with advanced security measures.
Competitiveness
Comprehensive analysis and response by experts
Customers
  • Financial institutions
  • Corporate information systems departments
  • Government offices
  • Medical institutions
Products
  • Vulnerability diagnosis
  • Information leakage prevention support
  • Security audits
  • System operation security

System Maintenance Business

Overview
Supports stable operations with 24/7 coverage.
Competitiveness
Extensive operational track record and rapid response capabilities
Customers
  • Manufacturing industry
  • Telecommunications providers
  • Retail industry
  • Medical corporations
Products
  • System maintenance
  • Troubleshooting
  • Operational monitoring
  • Update management

RPA Solutions Business

Overview
Provides robotic process automation for business efficiency.
Competitiveness
Proven implementation and customization capabilities
Customers
  • Financial institutions
  • Manufacturing industry
  • Retail industry
  • Government offices
Products
  • RPA tool implementation
  • Business automation design
  • Robot operation support

Competitive Advantage

Strengths

  • Advanced embedded software technology
  • Specialization and strengths in medical IT
  • Cost competitiveness through global development bases
  • Utilization of diverse 3A technologies (AI, Analytics, Automation)
  • Accelerated growth through strategic investments and partnerships
  • Abundant quality assurance and testing services
  • Solid financial base and stable profitability
  • Customer diversity and long-term transaction record
  • Broad deployment in domestic and international markets
  • Organizational commitment to acquiring cutting-edge technologies
  • Comprehensive education and training system
  • Highly reliable medical solutions
  • High flexibility and customization capabilities
  • Solid business operations and risk management
  • Capable management team

Competitive Advantages

  • Established specialized role in Japan's medical IT market
  • High-quality embedded software contract development capabilities
  • Low-cost, high-efficiency development using overseas bases
  • Comprehensive IT solutions integrating 3A technologies
  • New business creation capabilities through strategic partnerships
  • Reliability of Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market listing
  • Abundant testing certifications and technical authority
  • High flexibility in responding to customer needs
  • Long-term customer relationships in the IT sector
  • Rapid deployment of new technologies
  • Risk diversification through diversified business lines
  • Accumulated know-how in regulatory compliance in medical field
  • Advanced security services
  • Global business expansion experience
  • Data analysis and consulting capabilities

Threats

  • Intensifying competition in the IT industry
  • Need for rapid adaptation to technological innovations
  • Risks from changes in medical systems and regulations
  • Political and economic risks in overseas markets
  • Challenges in securing and developing talent
  • Cost fluctuations due to exchange rate changes
  • Market pressure from new entrants
  • Challenges in responding to diversifying customer needs
  • Increasing cyber security risks
  • Project delays or quality issues
  • Potential reduction in IT investments
  • Business impacts from natural disasters

Innovations

2023: Strengthening Medical Cloud Services

Overview
Advanced cloud infrastructure for medical institutions, launching integrated receipt checking and data analysis services.
Impact
Contributes to improved operational efficiency and safety in medical institutions

2022: Advancing Development of AI-Embedded Software

Overview
Established embedded software development technology incorporating AI functions for automobiles and home appliances.
Impact
Enhances product value and competitiveness

2021: Expansion of Overseas Development Bases and Talent Development

Overview
Expanded development bases in the Philippines and Southeast Asia and implemented quality improvement training.
Impact
Cost reduction and improved development quality

2024: Expansion of RPA Automation Services

Overview
Strengthened RPA implementation support services domestically and internationally to promote business efficiency.
Impact
Contributes to productivity improvements in customer companies

2020: Launch of Win-Win Invest Model

Overview
Began strategic investments in promising IT startups to accelerate new business development.
Impact
Business expansion and promotion of technological innovation

2023: Renewal of Medical Safety Support System

Overview
Developed and introduced the latest system for advanced patient safety management.
Impact
Strengthens risk management in medical institutions

2023: Diversification of Data Analysis Services

Overview
Launched AI-utilizing data analysis services for finance and manufacturing.
Impact
New market development and revenue base expansion

2024: Strengthening Security Assessment Services

Overview
Newly launched advanced cyber security assessment and operational services.
Impact
Strengthens protection of customer information assets

Sustainability

  • Promotion of energy conservation at headquarters and overseas bases
  • Advancement of paperless operations and digitalization
  • Promotion of women's empowerment and diverse work styles
  • IT education support as social contribution activities
  • Building sustainable supply chains
  • Strengthening collaboration with local communities
  • Promotion of circular office operations
  • Creating comfortable workplace environments
  • Thorough information security management
  • Employee awareness initiatives for environmental protection