Oracle Japan

Basic Information

Stock Code
4716
Industry
Information and Communications
Category Detail
Systems & Software
Prefecture
Tokyo
Establishment Year
October 1985
Listing Year
February 1999
Official Website
https://www.oracle.com/jp/
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Overview

Oracle Japan is the Japanese subsidiary of U.S.-based Oracle Corporation, established in 1985, boasting a high market share in the information and communications industry centered on cloud services and database software.

Current Situation

Oracle Japan recorded net sales of 211.3 billion yen, operating income of 68.8 billion yen, and net income of 47.6 billion yen for the fiscal year ended May 2020, maintaining a solid financial base. It plays a key role in building information systems in Japan, primarily through sales of Oracle's database systems and cloud infrastructure. In recent years, it has expanded products in SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS areas, with a focus on providing Oracle Cloud Platform and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure. On the technology front, it offers high-performance IT infrastructure to customers through engineered systems that combine dedicated hardware. In terms of sustainability, it is also working to promote the adoption of environmentally friendly cloud technologies, with medium- to long-term strategic goals of deepening support for digital transformation and expanding market share. Going forward, it is expected to advance the introduction of cutting-edge technologies utilizing AI and big data, contributing to digital innovation in the information and communications industry.

Trivia

Interesting Facts

  • Oracle Japan was established in 1985 as the Japanese subsidiary of U.S. Oracle.
  • Engineered systems achieve tight integration of hardware and software.
  • Oracle Cloud is steadily expanding its share in the domestic cloud market.
  • Company culture included employing a therapy dog for workplace mental health.
  • Oracle Japan's office is located in Kita-Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo, included in redevelopment plans.
  • Oracle Master certification is widely recognized among domestic IT engineers.
  • Since founding, it has provided trusted IT infrastructure to major Japanese companies and government agencies.
  • In the 2020s, significantly increasing investments in cloud and AI to transform business.
  • Oracle Database holds high global market share, with proxy sales in Japan.
  • Oracle's engineered systems include products specialized for big data processing.
  • Oracle Cloud Infrastructure has launched high-performance GPU instances.
  • Oracle products support diverse industries including finance, manufacturing, and distribution.
  • Provides comprehensive support for IT asset management and cloud migration for customers.
  • Integrated hardware-software solutions differentiate from competitors.
  • Focuses on development and services emphasizing cloud security enhancements.

Hidden Connections

  • Close collaboration with parent Oracle enables rapid introduction of latest global technologies.
  • Strong partnerships with major SIers and system integrators.
  • Development of optimized solutions specialized for domestic financial institution systems.
  • Seamless integration of cloud and on-premises products supporting IT strategies across multiple industries.
  • Strategic partnerships involved in promoting digitalization for local governments and public institutions.
  • High recognition and trust in certification exams for IT engineers in Japan.
  • Collaborations with startups in pioneering new areas utilizing AI and big data.
  • Model company in the industry for environmentally considerate data center operations.

Future Outlook

Growth Drivers

  • Acceleration of corporate adoption and market expansion of cloud services
  • Sophistication of IT solutions through AI and machine learning utilization
  • Increasing demand for digital transformation promotion
  • Rapid growth in demand for big data analytics
  • Strengthened support for government and local government IT infrastructure development
  • Market growth in cybersecurity enhancement measures
  • Expansion of industry-specific solutions centered on manufacturing and finance
  • Popularization of hybrid models combining on-premises and cloud
  • Technical strength enhancement through employee skill development and certifications
  • Growing societal demand for sustainable IT infrastructure

Strategic Goals

  • Achieve over 30% domestic market share in cloud business
  • Complete integration of AI and autonomous technologies into cloud services
  • Achieve carbon neutrality through introduction of sustainable IT infrastructure
  • Become indispensable technology partner for customer DX advancement
  • Promote diversity respect and creation of comfortable work environment
  • Strengthen talent development base through expanded education programs
  • Establish top-class domestic trust in security field
  • Contribute to digital society through strengthened ties with public institutions
  • Maximize completeness of on-premises/cloud integrated solutions
  • Achieve 20% sales increase in new business areas

Business Segments

Cloud Infrastructure Services

Overview
Provision of secure and scalable cloud infrastructure services.
Competitiveness
Cloud infrastructure combining high performance and security
Customers
  • IT departments of large companies
  • Public institutions
  • System integrators
  • SIers
  • Data center operators
Products
  • Oracle Cloud Infrastructure
  • Oracle Compute
  • Storage
  • Networking

On-Premises System Products

Overview
High-reliability hardware and software products for enterprise systems.
Competitiveness
Performance improvements through integrated engineered systems
Customers
  • Manufacturing
  • Financial institutions
  • Service industries
  • Distribution
  • Government agencies
Products
  • Oracle Database
  • Exadata
  • Oracle SuperCluster
  • Storage products

SaaS and ERP Services

Overview
Cloud-based provision of ERP, customer management, and HR management.
Competitiveness
Highly integrated suite of cloud applications
Customers
  • Accounting departments of large and mid-sized companies
  • HR departments
  • Customer management departments
  • Manufacturing and distribution industries
Products
  • Oracle Fusion Cloud ERP
  • Oracle CX Cloud
  • Oracle HCM Cloud

Middleware and Development Tools

Overview
Provision of development and integration middleware for enterprises.
Competitiveness
Rich features and reliable platform
Customers
  • Software development companies
  • IT consulting firms
  • Large-scale system developers
Products
  • Oracle Fusion Middleware
  • WebLogic Server
  • Oracle SOA Suite

Consulting and Support Services

Overview
Services supporting customers from system implementation to operation.
Competitiveness
Abundant expertise and affinity with Oracle products
Customers
  • IT departments
  • System operation teams
  • Companies introducing new systems
Products
  • Implementation consulting
  • Operational support
  • Training services

Education and Certification Services

Overview
Services for improving technical skills and providing certifications.
Competitiveness
Official education programs specialized in Oracle products
Customers
  • IT engineers
  • Corporate training managers
  • System administrators
Products
  • Oracle University
  • Certification exams
  • Technical training

Security Solutions

Overview
Advanced security management and compliance support.
Competitiveness
Security enhancement through product integration
Customers
  • Financial institutions
  • Government agencies
  • IT managers at large companies
Products
  • Oracle Identity Management
  • Audit Vault
  • Database Firewall

Data Analytics and AI Platforms

Overview
Provision of big data analytics and AI utilization platforms.
Competitiveness
Autonomous database and AI integration technologies
Customers
  • Data departments in manufacturing
  • Marketing departments
  • R&D departments
Products
  • Oracle Analytics Cloud
  • Autonomous Database
  • Machine Learning

Big Data Integration Solutions

Overview
Product suite for large-scale data integration and analysis.
Competitiveness
Optimization through tight hardware-software integration
Customers
  • Major telecom companies
  • Public institutions
  • Financial services
Products
  • Big Data Appliance
  • Big Data SQL

Storage-Related Business

Overview
High-speed storage solutions meeting diverse needs.
Competitiveness
High-reliability, large-capacity storage provision
Customers
  • Data center operators
  • IT managers at large companies
  • Cloud providers
Products
  • ZFS Storage Appliance
  • StorageTek Tape

ERP Package Business

Overview
Integrated business packages tailored to industry needs.
Competitiveness
Cloud-compatible, multi-functional integrated software
Customers
  • Mid-sized companies
  • Large manufacturers
  • Trading companies
Products
  • JD Edwards
  • NetSuite

Business Environment Optimization Software

Overview
IT asset management and virtualization operation products.
Competitiveness
Operational efficiency through integrated management
Customers
  • IT infrastructure managers
  • System operation teams
Products
  • Oracle Enterprise Manager
  • Oracle VM

Competitive Advantage

Strengths

  • World-class database technology expertise
  • Rich lineup of integrated engineered systems products
  • Strong brand power of parent company Oracle
  • Robust and highly scalable cloud infrastructure
  • Diverse lineup of cloud and on-premises products
  • Advanced security and compliance capabilities
  • Operation of international technical certification programs
  • Broad customer base built over many years
  • Rapid introduction speed of new technologies
  • Solution collaboration capabilities domestically and internationally
  • High financial stability and large-scale investment capacity
  • Comprehensive consulting and support system
  • Innovative autonomous database technology
  • Ability to meet diverse industry needs
  • Advanced big data and AI analytics capabilities

Competitive Advantages

  • Improved customer satisfaction through integrated on-premises and cloud solutions
  • Immediate reflection of latest technologies and utilization of global expertise through collaboration with parent company
  • Performance optimization achieved via robust engineered system construction
  • High customer loyalty secured through long-term support and rich services
  • Support for engineer development and market value enhancement via diverse certification programs
  • Reliability ensured by high security standards and compliance対応
  • Maintaining competitive edge through active R&D and product launches in cloud and AI fields
  • Strength in deploying specialized solutions for large enterprises and public institutions
  • Comprehensive capabilities supporting business innovation with integrated ERP and CX products
  • Global対応 with multi-language and multi-currency support
  • Secure operation of customer systems via robust, scalable database infrastructure
  • IT environment optimization through advanced system integration capabilities

Threats

  • Intensifying price competition with domestic rival cloud providers
  • Decline in demand for existing on-premises products due to rapid cloud shift
  • Market entry by emerging IT companies with innovative technologies and services
  • Increasing risks of cyberattacks and data breaches
  • Rising operational costs from complex legal and data protection regulations
  • Decline in competitiveness due to talent shortages and stagnation in engineer training
  • Uncertainties in global economy and foreign exchange fluctuation risks
  • Reputation damage risk from customer cloud migration failures
  • Risk of falling behind competitors in pace of technological innovation
  • Increasing burden of long-term capital and development investments
  • Risks to data centers from natural disasters
  • Impacts from political factors such as export controls and business restrictions

Innovations

2023: Enhanced Next-Generation AI Support in Oracle Cloud Infrastructure

Overview
Launch of high-performance GPU instances and focus on AI workload optimization.
Impact
Cloud share expansion driven by growing AI demand

2022: Autonomous Database Service Functionality Improvements

Overview
Improved operational automation and failure prediction accuracy using AI and machine learning.
Impact
Contributes to reduced operational costs and system stabilization

2021: Cloud Security Enhancement Program Launch

Overview
Introduction of integrated security management and enhanced compliance tools.
Impact
Improved customer trust and risk reduction

2024: Advanced Big Data Analytics Platform

Overview
Significant improvement in analysis efficiency through faster SQL engines and distributed processing performance.
Impact
Strengthened response to large customer analytics needs

2020: Expansion of SaaS Solutions and UX Improvements

Overview
Added functions and improved usability for ERP and CX applications.
Impact
Contributes to new customer acquisition and reduced churn

2023: Edge Computing Support Platform Deployment

Overview
Launch of cloud-linked solutions for distributed systems.
Impact
Contributes to new business creation in IoT market

2022: Multi-Cloud Management Tool Development

Overview
Simplified integrated management and optimization of multi-cloud environments.
Impact
Improved cloud operation efficiency for customers

2021: Promotion of Sustainable IT Infrastructure Design

Overview
Promotion of energy-efficient and recyclable equipment adoption.
Impact
Strengthened initiatives to reduce environmental impact

2023: Introduction of AI Chip-Equipped Server Products

Overview
Deployment of hardware products specialized for machine learning processing.
Impact
Improved AI processing performance and enhanced market competitiveness

2024: Enhanced Cloud-Native Development Environment

Overview
Expansion of container and microservices environments for developers.
Impact
Contributes to rapid app development and deployment

Sustainability

  • Promotion of energy efficiency in data centers
  • Implementation of waste reduction and recycling programs
  • Development and promotion of green cloud technologies
  • Promotion of social inclusion and diversity
  • Improved transparency and disclosure of environmental impact assessments
  • Collaborative environmental protection activities with local communities
  • Enhanced environmental awareness education for employees
  • Promotion of reduced environmental impact in supply chain
  • Support for paperless operations through cloud utilization
  • Formulation of plans toward carbon neutrality
  • Increased investment in green IT R&D
  • Implementation of sustainable resource procurement policies