JDSC

Basic Information

Stock Code
4418
Industry
Information and Communications
Category Detail
Systems & Software
Prefecture
Tokyo
Establishment Year
July 2018
Listing Year
December 2021
Official Website
http://jdsc.ai/
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Overview

JDSC is a technology startup founded in 2018 that provides software development and data science services based on AI technology.

Current Situation

JDSC achieved sales of 1.41 billion yen in the fiscal year ending June 2022, deploying system development and operations, as well as consulting services utilizing AI and data science. Supported by strong collaboration with the University of Tokyo and funding from UTEC, it provides AI solutions in a wide range of fields such as logistics optimization, demand forecasting, and frailty detection. Having obtained a partnership with Google Cloud to strengthen its technology base, it has succeeded in social implementation projects such as solving undelivered package issues. Furthermore, it continues to expand its business foundation through the establishment of a joint venture with Mitsui & Co. and multiple customer case studies. The management team consists of diverse experts, differentiating from competitors through technological development capabilities and customer response capabilities. Moving forward, it aims for growth centered on market expansion of AI services and contributions to solving social issues, leveraging its technological capabilities and track record.

Trivia

Interesting Facts

  • One of the few technology transfer-related companies funded by University of Tokyo Edge Capital (UTEC)
  • Conducted the world's first proof-of-concept experiment using AI to resolve undelivered delivery issues
  • Received the 'Mizuho Award' at Forbes JAPAN CEO Conference 2019
  • Obtained Google Cloud expertise certification in supply chain and logistics fields
  • Provides services to a wide range of industries using AI and data science
  • Collaborating with many municipalities to develop welfare-related AI technologies
  • University of Tokyo professor involved as academic partner
  • Established joint venture with Mitsui & Co. in logistics AI field
  • Early membership in Japan Business Federation (Keidanren)
  • Achieved Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth listing in 5 years since founding
  • Top-class growth rate among AI-related startups
  • Strength in proprietary algorithms combining multi-field data analysis
  • Deploys specialized services in medical field with video communication tools
  • Proven track record of introducing AI coaching systems in education
  • Early deployment of AI services specialized in corporate marketing optimization

Hidden Connections

  • University of Tokyo professor deeply involved in management, bridging academia and practice
  • Access to large-scale customer base in logistics field through collaboration with Mitsui & Co.
  • Strong influence in logistics industry through joint proof-of-concept with Sagawa Express
  • Close integration with the company's cloud ecosystem via Google Cloud certification
  • Leverages economic networks through membership in Japan Business Federation
  • Promotes social implementation of frailty detection AI in collaboration with multiple municipalities
  • Accelerates entry into mobility field with support from Toyota Mobility Fund
  • Growth supported by initial investors including UTEC and Deep30 investment business

Future Outlook

Growth Drivers

  • Growing demand for industrial efficiency through AI utilization
  • Penetration of social challenge-solving business models
  • Expansion of AI introduction in finance, logistics, and medical fields
  • Acceleration of international digital transformation
  • Strengthening of cloud platform collaborations
  • Promotion of AI and IoT integrated solution development
  • New market development through diverse cross-industry collaborations
  • Broad collaboration with local governments including in Tokyo
  • Active expansion of talent development and R&D investment
  • Improved business environment through deregulation and policy support
  • Strengthened phased response to global expansion
  • Enhanced response to social value and ESG investments

Strategic Goals

  • Become one of Japan's top AI solution providers
  • Achieve annual sales exceeding 10 billion yen
  • Establish market leadership in multiple social challenge-solving AI services
  • Expand international partnerships and global deployment
  • Expand scope of AI applications in education, welfare, and logistics
  • Active contributions to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
  • Strengthen intellectual property through increased technology patents
  • Thorough promotion of diverse talent development and diversity
  • Build support system contributing to higher DX success rates for client companies
  • Build a sustainable technological society aligned with AI ethics

Business Segments

Logistics and Supply Chain Optimization

Overview
Provides AI services specialized in improving delivery efficiency and solving undelivered issues in the logistics industry.
Competitiveness
Holds the world's first AI technology to resolve undelivered delivery issues
Customers
  • Sagawa Express
  • Mitsui & Co.
  • Major logistics companies
  • Manufacturers
  • Distributors
Products
  • AI Undelivered Delivery Resolution System
  • Demand Forecasting Solution
  • Logistics Optimization Algorithm

Energy and Infrastructure Analysis

Overview
Deploys data analysis and frailty detection services for the energy industry.
Competitiveness
Patented power data analysis technology
Customers
  • Chubu Electric Power
  • JERA
  • Municipalities
  • Power companies
Products
  • Power Data Analysis AI
  • Renewable Energy Forecasting
  • Frailty Detection AI

Medical and Nursing Care Support Services

Overview
Provides solutions that improve operational efficiency and quality in medical and nursing care fields using AI.
Competitiveness
Proprietary developed AI such as doctor reaction visualization technology
Customers
  • Medical institutions
  • Nursing facilities
  • Healthcare companies
Products
  • Frailty Detection AI
  • Medical Communication Tools
  • Health Data Analysis

Marketing and Customer Analysis

Overview
Supports customer analysis and initiative optimization through AI utilization in marketing.
Competitiveness
Proprietary targeting algorithms
Customers
  • Retail companies
  • Advertising agencies
  • Consumer goods manufacturers
Products
  • Target Optimization AI
  • Customer Behavior Analysis Tool
  • Data Marketing Strategy

AI Services for Education

Overview
Provides AI solutions for the advancement and standardization of education.
Competitiveness
Education-specific learning analysis technology
Customers
  • Surugadai Gakuen School Corporation
  • Educational institutions
  • EdTech companies
Products
  • Learning Guidance Support System
  • Educational Coaching AI
  • Results Analysis Tool

IT Services for Real Estate and Distribution

Overview
Deploys specialized AI and IT development services for the real estate industry and distribution retail.
Competitiveness
Industry-specific know-how and advanced AI technology
Customers
  • Open House Group
  • Retail distribution companies
Products
  • Sales Support AI
  • Demand Forecasting Tool

Financial Services and Data Analysis

Overview
Provides AI and data analysis technology to the financial industry to promote business efficiency.
Competitiveness
Financial-specific development capabilities through consolidated subsidiaries
Customers
  • Finance Produce
  • Financial institutions
Products
  • Fintech AI Modules
  • Risk Analysis Tools

Renewable Energy Support

Overview
Provides AI forecasting technology for renewable energy fields such as solar power generation.
Competitiveness
Joint development track record with JERA
Customers
  • Solar power generation companies
  • Energy-related companies
Products
  • Power Generation Forecasting System
  • Supply-Demand Management AI

Competitive Advantage

Strengths

  • Strong research collaboration with universities
  • Advanced AI algorithm development capabilities
  • Track record of deployment across diverse industries
  • Google Cloud certified partner
  • High-precision demand forecasting technology
  • Ownership of patented technologies
  • Versatility in addressing social challenges
  • Stable foundation through funding
  • Extensive joint research with corporations
  • Trust from diverse customer companies
  • Rapidly growing AI startup
  • Strength in technology consulting
  • Proven track record in logistics
  • Multiple AI service brand deployments
  • Strong technology for medical field as well

Competitive Advantages

  • Trust as a University of Tokyo technology transfer entity
  • Implementation of world's first AI undelivered delivery resolution technology
  • Close collaboration system with Google Cloud
  • Proven track record of AI introduction across diverse industrial fields
  • Financial strength through multiple third-party allotments
  • Development of numerous pioneering AI algorithms
  • Flexible technology adaptable to a wide range of industries
  • Competitor defense through strong patent portfolio
  • Numerous strategic partnerships with leading industry companies
  • End-to-end AI service provision capabilities
  • Diversification of business management support
  • High-level integration of engineers and management
  • Maintenance of high customer satisfaction and repeat rate
  • Improved profitability accompanying market growth
  • Business model focused on addressing social challenges

Threats

  • Rise of competing AI companies and technological innovations
  • Impact from rapid changes in market environment
  • Intensifying competition for highly skilled talent
  • Potential patent dispute risks
  • Strengthening of privacy protection laws and regulations
  • Risk of deteriorating funding environment
  • Risk of fluctuations in external factors for demand forecasting
  • Need to keep pace with rapid technological advancements
  • Fluctuations in customer industry economic conditions
  • Business constraints from AI ethics regulations
  • Complex legal compliance for overseas expansion
  • Credit loss from system failures

Innovations

2020: Field verification of AI resolution for undelivered delivery issues

Overview
Conducted proof-of-concept experiments utilizing AI for undelivered delivery issues in collaboration with Sagawa Express and others.
Impact
Improved delivery efficiency and successfully resolved industry challenges

2020: Launch of demand forecasting solution 'Demand Insight'

Overview
Began service provision of a demand forecasting tool equipped with advanced AI technology.
Impact
Contributed to inventory reduction and sales promotion for companies

2020: Launch of video communication tool 'Frontconnect'

Overview
Developed a video messaging transmission tool that visualizes doctor reactions.
Impact
Improved communication efficiency at medical sites

2022: Obtained Google Cloud Build Partner Certification

Overview
Enhanced the quality of AI cloud services through collaboration with Google Cloud.
Impact
Strengthened service deployment on cloud infrastructure

2022: Established joint venture 'Seawise' with Mitsui & Co.

Overview
Established joint venture to expand AI services in logistics and supply chain fields.
Impact
Significant expansion of business foundation and trigger for new technology development

2023: Ranked 14th in Technology Fast 50 2022 Japan growth rate ranking for technology companies

Overview
Rapidly increased sales and heightened attention within the industry.
Impact
Improved corporate value and investor evaluation

2023: Selected for Toyota Mobility Fund's 'Make a Move PROJECT'

Overview
Obtained public support for AI ideas that expand mobility possibilities.
Impact
Momentum for new mobility-related AI technology development

Sustainability

  • Contributes to CO2 emission reductions through AI-utilized logistics efficiency
  • Supports regional elderly frailty detection to promote a healthy long-life society
  • Promotes energy-saving operations for cloud services
  • Actively pursues joint research aimed at sustainable social implementation
  • Supports technology evolution through industry-academia collaborations with diverse partners