I.P.S.

Basic Information

Stock Code
4335
Industry
Information and Communications Industry
Category Detail
Systems & Software
Prefecture
Osaka Prefecture
Establishment Year
July 1997
Listing Year
December 2001
Official Website
https://ips.ne.jp/
TSE Information
TSE Information
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Other Companies
Proship, eBASE, Avantage Group, Money Forward, IPS, freee, Oracle Japan, Obic Business Consultants, Ackmos, Sun Nexter, PCA, TKC, Miroku Information Service

Overview

I.P.S. is an information and communications company founded in 1997 with its base in Osaka, specializing in ERP implementation support and system optimization.

Current Situation

I.P.S. centers its business on ERP implementation support, offering comprehensive services from system consulting to operational assistance. Its latest financial performance shows continued stable growth, supported by the expansion of cloud ERP implementation projects. In the fiercely competitive information and communications industry, it differentiates itself from competitors such as Oracle Japan and Obic Business Consultants through technological capabilities and close-knit customer support. In technology development, it focuses on AI-driven business process automation and enhancing RPA integration services. For sustainability, it promotes energy-efficient data centers and paperless operations. In the medium to long term, it sets goals for expanding its customer base and diversifying services to capture growth in the DX promotion market. Since 2023, it has successfully developed and launched cloud ERP packages for small and medium-sized enterprises, expanding its new customer segments.

Trivia

Interesting Facts

  • Pioneering company that specialized early in ERP implementation support since its 1997 founding.
  • Long history of supporting IT adoption for regional SMEs based in Osaka.
  • Holds numerous advanced cloud ERP implementation examples.
  • Consulting strength in business process automation technology.
  • Contributing to building Japan's SME DX market alongside multiple competitors.
  • Supports management analysis with proprietary BI tools.
  • 24-hour operation monitoring highly rated by customers.
  • Promotes IT education dissemination as social contribution activity.
  • ERP packages feature enhanced customization for mid-sized firms.
  • Consistent top rankings in customer satisfaction surveys.
  • Steadily expanded its business foundation from its lesser-known days.
  • Expanding into system audit field for diversification.
  • Developing next-generation ERP products by integrating AI technology.
  • Owns a nationwide network of partner IT vendors.
  • Success factors include unique sales approach leveraging regional closeness.

Hidden Connections

  • The company's ERP systems contribute to business efficiency at regional financial institutions.
  • Collaborates with competitors in the SME DX Promotion Council.
  • Some products can integrate with Money Forward's accounting system.
  • Deeply involved in Osaka's IT venture support community.
  • Cloud service platform partially integrated with Ackmos technology.
  • Partnership with Sun Nexter for public institution system development.
  • Developing RPA-related technologies through industry-academia collaboration by employees.
  • Participates in industry-specific collaborative programs for domestic retail systems.

Future Outlook

Growth Drivers

  • Expanding DX needs among SMEs
  • Growth in cloud ERP and SaaS markets
  • Advancement in AI and RPA technology utilization
  • Demand for productivity improvements via business process automation
  • Government policies promoting IT investments
  • Rising demand for security enhancements
  • Increasing needs for mobile access
  • Growing attention to environmentally friendly IT services
  • Differentiation effects from regionally focused services
  • Promotion of measures to address IT talent shortages
  • Rising demand for services targeting mid-sized enterprises
  • Cloud utilization boosted by remote work normalization

Strategic Goals

  • Achieve 50,000 cloud ERP contract users
  • Surpass 10 billion yen in sales
  • Roll out AI-integrated services across all products
  • Capture top share among domestic SMEs
  • Realize carbon-neutral IT operations
  • Obtain top sustainability ratings
  • Diversify revenue through B2B segment expansion
  • Elevate digital skills company-wide
  • Enhance brand value through stronger regional community ties
  • Initiate overseas expansion of DX solutions

Business Segments

ERP Implementation Support

Overview
ERP implementation and optimization support services aimed at improving corporate business efficiency.
Competitiveness
Customized responses optimized for customer industries
Customers
  • Manufacturing
  • Distribution
  • Services
  • SMEs
  • Large corporations
  • Public institutions
Products
  • ERP package sales
  • Implementation consulting
  • System integration
  • Operational support

Cloud Operation Services

Overview
Provides stable cloud infrastructure operations and security support.
Competitiveness
24/7/365 operation monitoring system
Customers
  • SMEs
  • IT companies
  • Startups
  • General corporations
Products
  • Cloud server hosting
  • SaaS management and operations
  • Security services

ICT Consulting

Overview
Supports ICT strategies and business reforms to resolve management challenges.
Competitiveness
Comprehensive support centered on ERP
Customers
  • Corporate executives
  • IT departments
  • Government agencies
  • Educational institutions
Products
  • Business improvement proposals
  • Digital transformation support
  • System audits

System Development and Maintenance

Overview
Handles system development, operations, and maintenance tailored to customer needs.
Competitiveness
Flexible responsiveness and rapid troubleshooting
Customers
  • Manufacturing
  • Financial institutions
  • Logistics companies
  • Public institutions
Products
  • Custom software development
  • Maintenance and operations
  • Troubleshooting

RPA Solutions

Overview
Promotes automation of routine tasks to enhance productivity.
Competitiveness
Customized support specialized for business processes
Customers
  • Finance
  • Manufacturing
  • Services
  • Government agencies
Products
  • Business automation tools
  • Operational support
  • Training and education

Security Services

Overview
Comprehensive security support aimed at protecting information assets.
Competitiveness
Advanced defense using cutting-edge technology
Customers
  • Large corporations
  • SMEs
  • Government agencies
Products
  • Vulnerability assessment
  • Security monitoring
  • Training programs

Mobile ERP Services

Overview
Mobile integration services to enhance field operation efficiency.
Competitiveness
Strength in real-time data utilization
Customers
  • Manufacturing
  • Logistics companies
  • Sales
Products
  • Mobile data integration apps
  • Field operation improvement solutions

Data Analysis and BI Services

Overview
Provides BI tools and analysis services for management decision support.
Competitiveness
Visualization proposals integrated with ERP
Customers
  • Manufacturing
  • Distribution
  • Finance
Products
  • Business intelligence tools
  • Management indicator dashboards

Education and Training Services

Overview
Supports post-implementation proficiency and IT talent development.
Competitiveness
Effective training based on long-accumulated expertise
Customers
  • Corporate IT staff
  • Executives
  • Government employees
Products
  • ERP operation training
  • Digital literacy workshops

Cloud Migration Support

Overview
Smooth support for system migration to the cloud.
Competitiveness
Proven track record of safe and rapid migrations
Customers
  • Mid-sized companies
  • SMEs
Products
  • Cloud planning
  • Data migration services

Customer Support

Overview
Supports post-implementation operations to improve customer satisfaction.
Competitiveness
Prompt and empathetic support system
Customers
  • ERP user companies
  • Cloud service customers
Products
  • Troubleshooting
  • Update support

System Audit and Evaluation

Overview
Conducts system audits to reduce risks.
Competitiveness
Quality assurance by experienced audit team
Customers
  • Large corporations
  • Financial institutions
Products
  • Audit report preparation
  • Risk assessment

Competitive Advantage

Strengths

  • High expertise specialized in ERP domain
  • Customer responsiveness through customization capabilities
  • Stable cloud service operations
  • Strong sales foundation among mid-sized and small enterprises
  • Proven track record of rapid system implementations
  • Team of experienced consultants
  • Versatility across diverse industries
  • Reliability in operational support
  • 24-hour support system
  • Flexible system integration capabilities
  • Continuous technology investments
  • High customer satisfaction
  • Comprehensive DX support services
  • Robust security management framework
  • Network of partnerships with regional companies

Competitive Advantages

  • ERP packages optimized for SMEs
  • High implementation success and customer retention rates
  • One-stop service from ERP implementation to operations
  • Business efficiency support using AI and RPA
  • Strong customer support framework
  • Accumulated industry-specific know-how
  • Rapid technical support and customization
  • High stability and scalability of cloud infrastructure
  • Trust backed by extensive track record
  • Unique security-focused services
  • Superior cost-performance product lineup
  • Regionally focused sales and service deployment
  • Adaptation to latest environments through ongoing innovation
  • Multifaceted DX support solutions
  • Advanced risk management support

Threats

  • Intensifying competition from major ERP vendors
  • Security risks in cloud services
  • Burden of adapting to rapid technological changes
  • Loss of market opportunities due to delayed DX promotion
  • Reduced IT investments amid economic uncertainty
  • Decline in development and operation quality due to talent shortage
  • Increased difficulty in responding to diversifying customer needs
  • Impact of strengthened regulations and compliance
  • Rising cyberattack risks
  • Expanding market entry by emerging IT firms
  • Price competition with rivals
  • Need for swift adoption of global IT trends

Innovations

2024: AI-Powered Business Automation Platform Development

Overview
Introduces AI into business processes to achieve efficiency gains.
Impact
Reduces customer workloads by an average of 20%.

2023: Cloud ERP Product Release for SMEs

Overview
Launches multifunctional, low-cost cloud ERP to the market.
Impact
New customer acquisitions increased 30% year-over-year.

2022: RPA-Integrated Business Improvement Solution Rollout

Overview
Combines RPA technology to enhance business efficiency.
Impact
Creates successful automation case studies across multiple industries.

2021: Enhanced Security Monitoring Services

Overview
Introduces 24/7 vulnerability detection system.
Impact
Significantly reduces customers' information leakage risks.

2020: In-House Data Center Buildout for Cloud Infrastructure

Overview
Ensures stable operations through self-managed facilities.
Impact
Improves cloud service uptime to 99.99%.

Sustainability

  • Utilization of energy-efficient data centers
  • Paper resource reduction through paperless promotion
  • Promotion of telework environment setup
  • Implementation of green procurement policies
  • Introduction of recycling promotion programs
  • Environmental conservation activities in collaboration with local communities
  • Employee environmental awareness training
  • Setting and progress management of CO2 emission reduction targets
  • Proper disposal framework for IT waste
  • Active participation in SDGs awareness activities
  • Continuous monitoring of energy consumption
  • Development of environmentally considerate IT services