BayCurrent

Basic Information

Stock Code
6532
Industry
Service Industry
Category Detail
Systems & Software
Prefecture
Tokyo
Establishment Year
April 2014
Listing Year
September 2016
Official Website
https://www.baycurrent.co.jp/
TSE Information
TSE Information
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Other Companies
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Overview

BayCurrent is a Japan-originated comprehensive consulting firm founded in 1998 and incorporated in 2014, with strengths in IT utilization and management strategy support, assisting corporate transformations across various industries.

Current Situation

BayCurrent recorded net sales of 93.99 billion yen and operating profit of 33.551 billion yen for the fiscal year ended February 2024, continuing steady revenue growth. It primarily provides IT consulting and management strategy support, aiding business transformations across a wide range of industries. Its strengths lie in proposal capabilities for organizational reform and DX initiatives. Competitors include Future and Business Engineering, with differentiation achieved through extensive track record and positioning as a Japan-originated comprehensive firm. In recent years, it has emphasized DX and digital technology utilization, while strengthening its organization through transition to a holding company structure. For social contributions, it has joined the UN Global Compact and focuses on sustainability promotion. Moving forward, accelerating digitalization and expansion of strategy support will serve as growth drivers, aiming for further market expansion and technological innovation toward 2030.

Trivia

Interesting Facts

  • Originated from PC Works founded in 1998
  • Grown as a Japan-originated comprehensive consulting firm
  • Reorganized structure through transition to holding company
  • Member of UN Global Compact
  • Produced many renowned consultants and executives
  • Relocated headquarters from Toranomon Hills to Azabudai Hills
  • Constituent of TSE Prime and JPX Nikkei 400
  • Possesses unique consulting methodology specialized in DX promotion
  • Unique company strong in both IT and management
  • High sales and profits in the consulting industry
  • Long-term transactions with major companies across diverse industries
  • Reputation for focusing on A-grade talent development
  • Able to provide value in both strategy and technology
  • Utilizes abundant IT tools and digital technologies
  • Holds numerous successful corporate DX case studies

Hidden Connections

  • Some former employees were involved in litigation issues with Future Corporation
  • Japan Master Trust Bank is one of the major shareholders
  • Many major shareholders are domestic major financial institutions and institutional investors
  • Top management is alumnus of Tokyo University of Science with experience at Nomura Research Institute
  • Strong transaction network with major Japanese companies
  • Deep collaboration with in-house talent from Accenture and McKinsey backgrounds
  • Headquarters located in Mori JP Tower at Azabudai Hills, part of technology company cluster
  • Attracting investor attention due to inclusion in JPX Nikkei 400

Future Outlook

Growth Drivers

  • Rapid expansion of DX market and increasing corporate digitalization needs
  • New service development utilizing advanced IT technologies
  • High demand for consulting on organizational reform and management strategy
  • Expanding corporate interest in sustainability compliance
  • Increasing demand for global expansion support
  • Diversification and growing demand for talent development programs
  • Expansion in AI and data analysis areas
  • Management efficiency through holding company structure
  • Increasing IT budgets in public sector
  • Growing demand for cloud and security services
  • Expansion of M&A support services
  • New market development through enhanced remote work support

Strategic Goals

  • Double consulting sales
  • Strengthen domestic and international customer base
  • Elevate DX talent development to industry top level
  • Expand market share in ESG and sustainability consulting
  • Embed diversity and inclusion in corporate culture
  • Standardize AI and big data analysis services company-wide
  • Thorough sustainable management structure and risk management
  • Develop new businesses utilizing next-generation digital technologies
  • Strengthen presence in global markets
  • Maximize group-wide revenue through holding company structure

Business Segments

Management Strategy Consulting

Overview
Comprehensive consulting services from strategy formulation to execution support for corporate management challenges.
Competitiveness
Integration of abundant industry knowledge and IT utilization
Customers
  • Manufacturing
  • Wholesale
  • IT Companies
  • Financial Institutions
  • Retail
  • Telecommunications
  • Services
  • Government Offices
  • Medical Institutions
  • Educational Institutions
Products
  • Management Goal Formulation Support
  • Organizational Reform Consulting
  • M&A Advisory
  • Financial Strategy Planning
  • Business Restructuring Support
  • Business Process Improvement
  • Market Analysis
  • Competitor Analysis
  • Risk Management
  • Digital Transformation Support
  • Talent Development Support
  • Governance Building Support
  • Management Digitalization Planning
  • Innovation Support
  • Performance Improvement Programs

IT Solutions and System Development

Overview
Provides integrated IT system solutions from planning and design to development and operation for businesses.
Competitiveness
Advanced technical capabilities incorporating management perspectives
Customers
  • Manufacturing
  • Information and Communications
  • Finance
  • Logistics
  • Healthcare
  • Government Offices
  • Educational Institutions
  • Energy
  • Retail
  • Services
Products
  • Business System Design and Development
  • Cloud Integration
  • AI Solutions
  • Data Analysis Services
  • System Operation and Maintenance
  • Security Measures
  • Mobile App Development
  • IoT Integration Solutions
  • Network Construction
  • System Audits
  • Automation Tool Development
  • Backend Development
  • Infrastructure Setup
  • ERP Implementation Support
  • Digital Platform Construction

Business Process Reform Support

Overview
Services supporting from process analysis to reform implementation aimed at improving business efficiency.
Competitiveness
Process transformation proposals utilizing IT technology
Customers
  • Manufacturers
  • Logistics Providers
  • Financial Institutions
  • Service Industries
  • Educational Institutions
  • Medical Institutions
  • Retail Chains
  • Public Organizations
Products
  • Business Flow Analysis
  • RPA Implementation Support
  • Business Process Mapping
  • Efficiency Improvement Proposals
  • Best Practice Implementation
  • Change Management
  • Cross-Organizational Project Support
  • Workshop Facilitation
  • Continuous Improvement Support
  • KPI Setting Support
  • Training Programs
  • Performance Evaluation

Digital Talent Development and Training

Overview
Provides talent development programs to promote digital transformation.
Competitiveness
Curriculum and instructors with rich practical experience
Customers
  • Large Enterprises
  • Mid-Sized Enterprises
  • Government Offices
  • Educational Institutions
Products
  • DX Leader Training Courses
  • IT Skills Training
  • Digital Courses for Executives
  • Project Management Training
  • Data Analysis Training
  • AI and Machine Learning Basics
  • Digital Transformation Workshops
  • Online Training Platform

M&A and Business Restructuring Support

Overview
Provides support from strategy formulation to execution for M&A and business restructuring.
Competitiveness
Integrated support system unique to a comprehensive firm
Customers
  • Listed Companies
  • Mid-Sized Enterprises
  • Investment Funds
  • Venture Companies
Products
  • M&A Strategy Planning
  • Due Diligence
  • PMI Support
  • Business Portfolio Optimization
  • Contract and Negotiation Support
  • Capital Policy Consulting
  • Organizational Integration Planning

Industry-Specific Consulting

Overview
Provides specialized consulting tailored to the characteristics of each industry.
Competitiveness
Accumulated knowledge across a wide range of industries
Customers
  • Manufacturing
  • Finance
  • Retail
  • Healthcare
  • Government Offices
Products
  • Industry Trend Analysis
  • Regulatory Compliance Support
  • Digitalization Strategy
  • Customer Experience Improvement
  • Risk Management
  • Supply Chain Reform

Global Strategy Support

Overview
Supports Japanese companies' overseas expansion and integration for multinational firms.
Competitiveness
Global know-how specialized for Japanese companies
Customers
  • Japanese Companies Expanding Overseas
  • Multinational Corporations
Products
  • Overseas Market Research
  • Local Subsidiary Setup Support
  • Local Regulatory Compliance
  • Multinational Organization Management Support
  • Cross-Cultural Management

IT Infrastructure Construction and Operation

Overview
Provides one-stop services from corporate IT infrastructure construction to operation.
Competitiveness
Stable services leveraging operation know-how
Customers
  • Large Enterprises
  • Small and Medium Enterprises
  • Public Organizations
Products
  • Network Design
  • Cloud Environment Construction
  • Data Center Operation
  • IT Asset Management
  • Security Monitoring

AI and Data Analysis Services

Overview
Provides data analysis solutions utilizing cutting-edge AI technology.
Competitiveness
Advanced analysis by specialized teams with proven track record
Customers
  • Manufacturing
  • Finance
  • Retail
  • Medical Institutions
Products
  • Demand Forecasting Model Development
  • Customer Analysis Programs
  • Image Recognition AI
  • Natural Language Processing Solutions

Security Measures Services

Overview
Deploys comprehensive services related to information security enhancement.
Competitiveness
Risk reduction support using the latest technology
Customers
  • Financial Institutions
  • Manufacturing
  • IT Companies
  • Public Institutions
Products
  • Vulnerability Assessment
  • Incident Response Support
  • Security Audits
  • Risk Assessment
  • Education and Awareness Seminars

System Operation Outsourcing

Overview
Outsourcing services supporting stable system operations.
Competitiveness
High-quality operation system by specialized staff
Customers
  • Mid-Sized Enterprises
  • Small Enterprises
  • Government Offices
Products
  • 24/7 Operation Monitoring
  • Troubleshooting
  • Regular Maintenance
  • Operation Documentation Creation

Business Automation Support Services

Overview
Accompanies introduction of automation technologies for business efficiency improvement.
Competitiveness
Optimal planning proposals based on business understanding
Customers
  • Manufacturing
  • Finance
  • Services
  • Retail
Products
  • RPA Implementation Support
  • Business Analysis
  • Software Development
  • Operation Support

Competitive Advantage

Strengths

  • Extensive consulting track record across multiple industries
  • Integration of IT and management strategy
  • Brand as a Japan-originated comprehensive firm
  • High-quality talent development system
  • Organizational efficiency through holding company structure
  • Specialized know-how in DX promotion
  • Strong client network
  • Flexible responsiveness and customization
  • Stable revenue base
  • Industry-specific specialized departments
  • Active commitment to sustainability
  • Effective risk management
  • Proven track record in organizational transformation support
  • Utilization of cutting-edge technology
  • Extensive sales channels

Competitive Advantages

  • Ability to provide IT strategy and management strategy seamlessly
  • Case acquisition strength leveraging domestic and international industry networks
  • System integration capabilities backed by high technical expertise
  • Sustains high-quality services through strengths in talent development and organizational development
  • Advanced solution proposal capabilities in DX field
  • Direct influence and trust-building with top management
  • Maximizes management and capital efficiency through holding company structure
  • Able to meet diverse customer needs through multifaceted service deployment
  • Commitment to ESG through UN Global Compact membership
  • Organizational structure specialized in customer transformation support, unlike competitors
  • Continuous investment in latest technologies
  • Rapid customer response through nationwide bases
  • Proven track record in management strategy proposals considering sustainability
  • Abundant consultant talent capable of handling diverse industries
  • Achieves stable management backed by strong financial foundation

Threats

  • Intensifying competition from domestic and international consulting firms
  • Risk of lagging behind rapid evolution of digital technologies
  • Intensified talent outflow and acquisition competition
  • Order instability due to changes in client business environment
  • Increasing information security risks
  • Impact from economic conditions and exchange rate fluctuations
  • Business impact from regulatory changes
  • Uncertainty in global markets
  • Delay in responding to rising sustainability demands
  • Business continuity risks from natural disasters, etc.
  • Intensifying price competition from competitors
  • Market fragmentation due to emergence of new IT companies

Innovations

2024: Transition to Holding Company Structure

Overview
Shifted to a holding company structure to achieve more efficient management and strengthen the entire group.
Impact
Improved management efficiency and faster decision-making

2023: Development of DX Support Platform

Overview
Developed a dedicated support platform for promoting digital transformation.
Impact
Significantly accelerates clients' DX initiatives

2022: Enhanced Business Efficiency Proposals Using AI Analysis Tools

Overview
Expanded services realizing business process efficiency and optimization using AI technology.
Impact
30% improvement in client business productivity

2021: Launch of Sustainability Consulting Services

Overview
Launched new services specialized in supporting corporate environmental and social challenges.
Impact
Contributes to improved ESG ratings

2020: Strengthening of Cloud Solutions

Overview
Enhanced responsiveness to cloud infrastructure to meet diverse corporate needs.
Impact
20% increase in order volume

2024: Refresh of Digital Talent Development Program

Overview
Refreshed talent development program incorporating latest technologies to support corporate DX.
Impact
Participant satisfaction over 90%

2023: Launch of AI Chatbot Services

Overview
Began development and provision of AI chatbots to support business efficiency.
Impact
Utilized by many client companies, reducing operational workload

2022: Expansion of Security Assessment Services

Overview
Developed advanced security assessment services to reduce information leakage risks.
Impact
Improved customer satisfaction and contract renewal rates

2021: Expansion of Business Automation Support

Overview
Strengthened business automation support services centered on RPA implementation.
Impact
15% improvement in client business efficiency

2020: Strengthening Global Consultant Collaboration

Overview
Enhanced collaboration with overseas bases and partners to improve global case handling.
Impact
Significant increase in overseas client cases

Sustainability

  • Active participation in UN Global Compact
  • Promotion of internal environmental burden reduction activities
  • Strengthening diversity and inclusion
  • Provision of consulting services toward SDGs achievement
  • Promotion of sustainable work style reforms
  • Support for ESG information disclosure for client companies
  • Implementation of efficient resource use and waste reduction
  • Promotion of activities aiming for coexistence with local communities
  • Establishment of internal systems for promoting women's empowerment
  • Optimization of remote work environment
  • Fostering corporate culture respecting human rights
  • Design and operation of environmentally friendly offices