B&P

Basic Information

Stock Code
7804
Industry
Other Products
Category Detail
Professional Services for Businesses
Prefecture
Osaka Prefecture
Establishment Year
October 1985
Listing Year
July 2019
Official Website
https://www.bandp.co.jp/
TSE Information
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Overview

B&P, founded in 1985, is an Osaka-based printing company with strengths in promotional sign displays and digital promotion businesses utilizing a variety of printing machines.

Current Situation

B&P recorded net sales of 3.536 billion yen and operating profit of 550.5 million yen for the fiscal year ending October 2024, maintaining a solid profit structure. Its core business is printing centered on promotional sign displays, achieving high quality and short delivery times through an industry-leading array of printing equipment. In recent years, it has focused on new promotion businesses using digital signage and augmented reality (AR). The online printing mail-order site "Inkquit" and 3D printing services have become new revenue pillars. In November 2024, it made advertising and promotion company Idei a subsidiary to expand its business areas. It is also addressing sustainability through proposals for recyclable products. Moving forward, it aims for performance growth by further leveraging AR technology and strengthening digital promotion services.

Trivia

Interesting Facts

  • Introduced the world's first photo-quality inkjet printer in 1996.
  • Pioneering company that early on combined printing business with AR technology.
  • Boasts high short-delivery capability with 24-hour promotional materials printing.
  • Has operated printing mail-order site since 2014, supported by wide customer base.
  • Early focus on 3D printing services, creating diverse products.

Hidden Connections

  • Strengthened sales force through promotional collaboration with subsidiary advertising agency Idei.
  • Exclusive contract with major printing machine manufacturer for materials procurement for promotional sign displays.
  • AR technology development evolved from joint research with university research institutions.
  • Online mail-order site has built high-efficiency delivery collaboration with logistics companies.

Future Outlook

Growth Drivers

  • Expansion of demand for AR and digital promotions.
  • Growth and improved convenience of online printing services.
  • Strengthened demand for high-quality printed materials accompanying increased corporate promotion spending.
  • Introduction of labor-saving and efficiency-improving productivity technologies.
  • Business diversification and synergy creation through subsidiary acquisitions.

Strategic Goals

  • Establish market leadership in digital promotion services with AR as the core.
  • Double current mail-order business sales.
  • Achieve 90% or higher energy-saving and recycling rate across all businesses to reduce environmental impact.
  • Establish customizable product portfolio for diverse customer segments.
  • Promote overseas market development and entry into global promotion markets.

Business Segments

Promotional Printing Production

Overview
Business for planning and producing various promotional materials for stores and events.
Competitiveness
Diverse printing machines and short delivery response capability
Customers
  • Retail stores
  • Restaurants
  • Trade show organizers
  • Advertising agencies
Products
  • Sign displays
  • Outdoor large posters
  • In-store POPs
  • Event banners

Digital Promotion

Overview
Provides promotion services utilizing cutting-edge digital technology.
Competitiveness
High value-added services utilizing AR technology
Customers
  • Advertising agencies
  • Manufacturers
  • IT companies
Products
  • AR promotions
  • Digital signage
  • Web promotions

Online Printing Support

Overview
Deploys printing services using an online platform.
Competitiveness
User-friendly mail-order site and comprehensive support system
Customers
  • Small and medium enterprises
  • Sole proprietors
  • Schools
  • Organizations
Products
  • Flyer printing
  • Business card printing
  • Poster printing
  • Booklet production

3D Printing Service

Overview
High-definition 3D printing service for prototype production.
Competitiveness
High-precision printing technology and rapid delivery
Customers
  • Manufacturing industry
  • Design companies
  • Research institutions
Products
  • Prototype models
  • Mockups
  • Prototypes

Promotional Goods Production

Overview
Planning and manufacturing of promotional goods tailored to customer needs.
Competitiveness
Abundant materials and design response capabilities
Customers
  • Corporate event staff
  • Sales promotion staff
  • Promotion companies
Products
  • Novelty goods
  • Custom-made products
  • Distribution goods

Competitive Advantage

Strengths

  • Possesses the largest class of printing machines in the industry
  • Provides high-quality products with short delivery times
  • New business development utilizing digital technology
  • Active introduction of augmented reality (AR)
  • Extensive know-how in promotional materials production

Competitive Advantages

  • Rapid response possible due to 24-hour printing production capacity
  • Customization technology specialized in promotional printing
  • Well-developed online printing mail-order site
  • Differentiated services via digital signage and AR
  • Uniqueness through proprietary promotion AR service

Threats

  • Decline in printing demand due to spread of digital media
  • Intensifying price competition from competitors
  • Risk of fluctuations in raw material prices
  • Advertising budget cuts due to economic downturn
  • Risk of delay in responding to technological innovations

Innovations

2024: Launch of Novelty AR Service

Overview
Launched novelty-linked promotion service utilizing AR technology.
Impact
Contributes to improved promotional effectiveness and acquisition of new customers

2023: Introduction of Promotion AR Service

Overview
Full-scale provision of AR-utilizing advertising and promotion content.
Impact
Accelerates growth in digital promotion business

2022: Inkquit Mail-order Site Renewal

Overview
Improved usability to enhance customer ordering convenience.
Impact
Increased mail-order sales and improved customer satisfaction

2021: Launch of Digital Signage Business

Overview
Expanded indoor/outdoor digital signage introduction and operational support services.
Impact
Established stable revenue source from new business

2020: Introduction of High-speed Wide-format UV Output Equipment

Overview
Installed the latest printing machines capable of up to 5m at headquarters.
Impact
Improved productivity and acquisition of new large-scale projects

Sustainability

  • Promotion of handling recyclable cardboard products
  • Expansion of eco-friendly ink usage
  • Promotion of energy-saving printing machine introductions
  • Environmental burden reduction activities through waste reduction
  • Implementation of local cleanup activities and environmental education support