Towa Hi-System

Basic Information

Stock Code
4172
Industry
Information and Communications Industry
Category Detail
Systems & Software
Prefecture
Okayama Prefecture
Establishment Year
March 1978
Listing Year
December 2020
Official Website
https://www.towa-hi-sys.co.jp/
TSE Information
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Overview

Towa Hi-System is a mid-sized company founded in 1978, based in Okayama Prefecture, belonging to the information and communications industry, and specializing in package software development and OA equipment sales.

Current Situation

Towa Hi-System is advancing its business with two main pillars: package software development and OA equipment wholesale in fiscal 2023. In particular, development of an AI voice input sub-chart system specialized for the dental field is attracting attention, with expanding customer base. Compared to competitors, it has strengths in regionally rooted services and highly specialized package software development. Financially, it is establishing a stable revenue base while working to stabilize dividend policy. Recruitment activities are intensifying, with personnel expansion plans announced, focusing on talent acquisition. Moving forward, it emphasizes product expansion via AI technology applications and regional market development for sustainable growth. It also focuses on improving product and service quality to enhance customer satisfaction. For sustainability, it promotes stringent information management and contributions to local society, demonstrating fulfillment of corporate social responsibility. These proactive efforts contribute to strengthening medium- to long-term market competitiveness.

Trivia

Interesting Facts

  • Steady growth centered on Okayama Prefecture since founding
  • Pioneer in early AI package entry for dental field
  • Dual operation of OA equipment sales and software development
  • Contributions to IT penetration among local SMEs
  • Expansion centered on proprietary AI speech recognition technology
  • Emphasis on dividend stability among Nikkei firms
  • AI-utilizing internal training programs introduced
  • Rich employee welfare including scholarship proxy repayment
  • 2020 market change listing from TSE Growth
  • Contributions to Okayama IT industry revitalization

Hidden Connections

  • Collaborating with regional medical network firms to strengthen product development
  • Exclusive supply of major makers' products via OA wholesale
  • Participation in IT projects for multiple local governments
  • Joint industry standard software development with competitors
  • Differentiation from giants via medical specialization
  • IT talent development program with local educational institutions
  • Scholarship proxy repayment is a rare industry-unique system
  • Contributing to local firms' digitalization via AI introduction

Future Outlook

Growth Drivers

  • Expansion of AI-utilizing medical software demand
  • Responsiveness to niche regional needs
  • Growth in SME IT solutions
  • Cloud demand from remote work spread
  • Corporate adoption of latest OA equipment
  • Regional medical network strengthening
  • Rising importance of IT education and talent nurturing
  • Digital transformation acceleration

Strategic Goals

  • AI products to comprise over 50% of total sales
  • Sales network expansion nationwide from Okayama base
  • Cloud services as core products
  • Establishment as DX support firm
  • Sustainability excellent company certification acquisition

Business Segments

Software for Medical Institutions

Overview
Develops and sells packages supporting business efficiency specialized for medical institutions.
Competitiveness
High-precision software provision via AI utilization and field specialization
Customers
  • Dental clinics
  • Medical clinics
  • Medical administration
  • Dental laboratories
  • Medical equipment sales companies
Products
  • AI Voice Input Sub-Chart System
  • Medical Information Management Software
  • Patient Management & Reservation System

Corporate OA Equipment Sales

Overview
Deploys sales and maintenance services for corporate OA equipment.
Competitiveness
Regional responsiveness and comprehensive after-sales support
Customers
  • SMEs
  • Educational institutions
  • Government offices
  • General corporations
Products
  • Printers
  • Copiers
  • Network equipment
  • OA-related accessories

Business Support Systems

Overview
Provides business support software to mid-sized companies, promoting efficiency.
Competitiveness
High customizability and industry knowledge
Customers
  • Manufacturing
  • Wholesale
  • Logistics
  • Services
Products
  • Business Management Software
  • Sales Systems
  • Field Service Management

Competitive Advantage

Strengths

  • Versatility of AI technology specialized in the medical industry
  • Regionally rooted sales and support system
  • Experience handling diverse OA equipment
  • Abundant business software development track record
  • Stable SME base

Competitive Advantages

  • Unique product development specialized in AI voice input technology
  • Two-pillar operation of package software and OA equipment
  • Strong regional network centered on Okayama Prefecture
  • Customer satisfaction improvement via customization
  • Tailored solution proposals matching business characteristics

Threats

  • Market entry by major software makers
  • Obsolescence from rapid AI technology evolution
  • Demand contraction from local population decline
  • Increasing cybersecurity risks
  • Reduced corporate IT investment due to economic fluctuations

Innovations

2023: Dental AI Voice Input Sub-Chart Development

Overview
Software development using speech recognition AI to streamline dental treatment record input.
Impact
Cuts input time by 50%, with increasing clinic adoptions.

2022: Cloud-Compatible Package Release

Overview
Launched new cloud-based business management software.
Impact
Enables remote operations, promoting SME IT adoption.

2024: Advanced Data Analysis for Business Improvement Support

Overview
Developed efficiency support tool leveraging AI analytics for corporate operations.
Impact
Average 20% business efficiency improvement for customer firms.

Sustainability

  • Energy-saving equipment installation in company offices
  • Resource reduction via paperless promotion
  • Participation in regional IT education support programs
  • Promotion of IT equipment reuse and recycling
  • Work environment improvements through work-style reforms