GDEP Advance

Basic Information

Stock Code
5885
Industry
Wholesale
Category Detail
Building Materials, Electrical Equipment & Metal Wholesalers
Prefecture
Miyagi Prefecture
Establishment Year
January 2016
Listing Year
June 2023
Official Website
https://info.gdep.co.jp/
TSE Information
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Overview

GDEP Advance is a leading domestic wholesaler in the development and sales of servers and workstations for AI and HPC, established in 2016.

Current Situation

GDEP Advance recorded net sales of approximately ¥3.5 billion and operating profit of approximately ¥400 million in the fiscal year ended May 2022, building a solid financial foundation. Domestically, it boasts the top market share in sales of AI GPU servers as an NVIDIA Elite Partner, and also offers AI cloud services. In product development, it leverages cutting-edge technologies from Intel, AMD, and Xilinx to provide high-performance deep learning workstations and high-speed storage. Regarding sustainability, providing highly efficient computing equipment contributes to reducing environmental impact. In the medium to long term, growth is supported by the expansion of metaverse and VR markets, and increasing cloud demand, with plans for new business ventures and overseas expansion. Recently, it launched high-performance cloud services using DGX-2 and is expanding into diverse fields such as in-vehicle AI development environments.

Trivia

Interesting Facts

  • First company in Japan certified as NVIDIA Elite Partner.
  • Multiple recipient of domestic DGX series best-seller awards.
  • Bases in Sendai and Tokyo, gaining attention as a high-tech company from the regions.
  • Pioneered domestic planning and sales of AI workstations.
  • Advanced company that started sales of metaverse-related equipment early.
  • One of the first in Japan to introduce AI and HPC cloud services.
  • Venture that achieved TSE listing in just 7 years since founding.
  • Maintains close ties with NVIDIA, Intel, and AMD.
  • Strong in advanced custom system development with high customer satisfaction.
  • Representative is a strategic leader with both technical and management experience.

Hidden Connections

  • Former NVIDIA Enterprise Marketing General Manager joined as Executive Officer.
  • Holds exclusive position in product provision as NVIDIA's top partner company.
  • Expanding FPGA product market through ALVEO VAR contract with Xilinx.
  • In-vehicle AI development environment is a new business based on collaboration with Toyota Tsusho affiliate.
  • High contribution to regional economy as an IT high-tech venture from Tohoku.
  • Realized expansion into cloud business through domestic first DGX cloud operations.
  • Differentiates from major comprehensive IT companies by specializing in AI and HPC fields.
  • Enables customer-specific responses difficult for competitors through advanced contract development.

Future Outlook

Growth Drivers

  • Rapid proliferation of AI technology and increasing demand for high-performance computing.
  • New demand from expansion of metaverse and VR markets.
  • Acceleration of cloud computing adoption.
  • Strengthened collaboration with domestic and international research institutions and companies.
  • Expanding demand for advanced custom AI systems.

Strategic Goals

  • Capture over 50% share of domestic AI server market.
  • Double cloud service sales and advance overseas expansion.
  • Expand product lines for metaverse-related industries.
  • Strengthen sustainable energy-saving product development and environmentally conscious management.
  • Continuously innovate and retain technology through advanced talent development.

Business Segments

AI Server Wholesale

Overview
Wholesales AI computing hardware and solutions to universities and companies.
Competitiveness
Top domestic NVIDIA partnership and technical support capabilities
Customers
  • University Research Institutions
  • Major IT Companies
  • Government Agencies
  • AI Startups
  • Manufacturing Companies
Products
  • GPU Servers
  • Deep Learning Workstations
  • High-Performance Storage
  • AI Cloud Services

Metaverse and VR Solutions

Overview
Develops and sells VR production environments for the metaverse.
Competitiveness
Provision of high-quality production environments using cutting-edge technology
Customers
  • Video Production Companies
  • Game Development Companies
  • Architectural Design Firms
  • Educational Institutions
  • Event Management Companies
Products
  • VR-Compatible Workstations
  • CG Production Equipment
  • Cloud Rendering Services

Cloud Computing Services

Overview
Provides high-performance cloud services and IT infrastructure.
Competitiveness
NVIDIA-certified high-performance environments and customer responsiveness
Customers
  • IT Companies
  • Small and Medium Enterprises
  • Research Institutions
  • Data Analytics Companies
Products
  • DGX Cloud
  • Hosting Services
  • IT Infrastructure Builds

Custom System Development

Overview
Provides system builds and operational support tailored to customer needs.
Competitiveness
High customization technology and support system
Customers
  • Corporate System Development Departments
  • Manufacturing Industry
  • Financial Institutions
  • Government Agencies
Products
  • Custom AI Platforms
  • HPC System Design
  • Operational Support Services

Data Analytics and AI Consulting

Overview
Offers consulting services to support corporate AI adoption.
Competitiveness
Proven technology and human support
Customers
  • Business Consultants
  • Marketing Companies
  • Medical Research Institutes
Products
  • AI Utilization Support
  • Data Analytics Tool Implementation
  • Training and Education

Competitive Advantage

Strengths

  • Domestic top-tier NVIDIA Elite Partner
  • Advanced technological expertise specialized in AI servers
  • Wide coverage from bases in Sendai and Tokyo
  • Strong provision of high-performance product lineup using GPUs
  • Customization capabilities to meet diverse customer needs
  • Flexibility through integration with cloud services
  • Broad customer base including universities
  • Active collaboration with overseas technologies
  • Solid management structure and stable financial base
  • Recruitment and development of AI specialists

Competitive Advantages

  • Gained trust as the first domestic company certified as NVIDIA Elite
  • Exclusive handling of DGX series for advanced equipment provision
  • Industry-specialized custom system build capabilities
  • Comprehensive service proposals covering diverse IT infrastructure
  • Preemptive product rollout for growing metaverse and VR markets
  • Strength in high-speed, large-capacity storage
  • Hybrid strategy combining cloud services and on-premises products
  • Comprehensive technical support and customer follow-up
  • Market influence expansion through multifaceted partnerships
  • Fast domestic supply speed for latest hardware

Threats

  • Risk of product procurement delays due to semiconductor shortages
  • Market share loss from competitors' technological innovations
  • Investment contraction due to deteriorating domestic and international economic conditions
  • Adaptation lag to rapid AI technology changes
  • Cost impacts from exchange rate fluctuations
  • Intensifying competition with major cloud providers
  • Potential strengthening of government regulations and export controls
  • Decline in technological capabilities due to talent acquisition difficulties
  • Sophistication of security threats
  • Increasing burden of responding to diversifying customer needs

Innovations

2023: Launch of GDEP DGX Cloud

Overview
Launched Japan's first high-performance AI cloud service utilizing NVIDIA DGX-2.
Impact
Contributes to customer base expansion through high-performance computing resource provision.

2022: Launch of In-Vehicle AI Development Environment

Overview
Commercialized in-vehicle AI development environment in collaboration with Toyota Tsusho affiliate.
Impact
Acquires new customers in the automotive industry and expands market.

2021: Obtained Titanium Certification

Overview
First in Japan to obtain Intel's highest-level technology provider certification.
Impact
Successfully enhanced technological capabilities and customer trust.

2020: Signed ALVEO VAR Contract with Xilinx

Overview
Entered into ALVEO VAR contract to enhance value of FPGA products.
Impact
Built foundation for improved proposals and new market development.

2024: Advancing Development of Next-Generation AI Edge Devices

Overview
Initiated development of compact, high-performance edge devices for AI inference.
Impact
Aims to promote adoption of compact AI devices in industrial applications.

2023: Introduction of HPC Systems for Smart Factories

Overview
Rolled out high-efficiency computing systems specialized for manufacturing.
Impact
Supports production efficiency improvements and IoT integration.

2022: Development of Large-Scale Big Data High-Speed Storage

Overview
Launched high-speed, large-capacity storage for enterprise use.
Impact
Contributes to strengthening data analysis infrastructure.

2021: Launch of Metaverse-Compatible Graphics Workstation

Overview
Released high-performance workstation specialized for VR and CG production.
Impact
Captured latest needs in the video industry, increasing customers.

2020: Started Handling NVIDIA DGX-1 in Japan for the First Time

Overview
Began full-scale sales of genuine AI supercomputer equipment in Japan.
Impact
Established pioneering position in AI R&D market.

2021: Launch of Domestic AI Workstation Planning and Sales

Overview
Launched Japan's first NVIDIA-certified data science workstation.
Impact
Contributed to improved convenience for domestic customers.

Sustainability

  • Reducing environmental impact through provision of highly efficient, energy-saving GPU servers
  • Promoting recyclable hardware designs
  • Implementing in-house paperless operations and energy-saving measures
  • Optimizing data centers through cloud utilization
  • Promoting environmental education through community support