Inet

Basic Information

Stock Code
9600
Industry
Information and Communications
Category Detail
Systems & Software
Prefecture
Kanagawa Prefecture
Establishment Year
April 1971
Listing Year
April 1995
Official Website
https://www.inet.co.jp/
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Overview

Inet is an independent IT service provider established in 1971, based in Kanagawa Prefecture, offering data processing, system development, and cloud services, and serving as one of Japan's major domestic data center operators.

Current Situation

Inet recorded consolidated net sales of ¥31.1 billion, operating profit of ¥2.3 billion, and net profit of ¥1.7 billion for the fiscal year ended March 2022, maintaining solid performance. The company focuses on its mainstay cloud services and data center operations, managing multiple proprietary data centers. System development and BPO services tailored to diverse customer needs are also key pillars. It has ventured into advanced technology fields such as drone IoT platforms and enhanced its reliability through certifications like ISO 27017 and ISO 22301. It is actively engaged in social contribution activities, including child-rearing support and promoting employment for the disabled, while advancing sustainable corporate management. By transitioning to the Prime Market and relocating its new headquarters, it has strengthened its future growth foundation. Strategic priorities include expanding the cloud sector and enhancing BPO services. Moving forward, it plans to support digital transformation and bolster competitiveness.

Trivia

Interesting Facts

  • Independent IT service provider founded in 1971.
  • Owns multiple proprietary data centers in Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture.
  • Early entrant into drone IoT integration business.
  • Holds ISO/IEC 27017 and ISO 22301 certifications.
  • Employee stock ownership association exists, with employees as shareholders.
  • Founder Noriyoshi Ikeda is a recipient of the Blue Ribbon Medal for business startup.
  • Established a subsidiary aimed at promoting employment of disabled persons.
  • Cloud service 'Dream Cloud®' launched in 2013.
  • Long-term provider of print insertion and sealing services.
  • Holds multiple management certifications including ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.
  • Headquarters located in Symphostage, Minato Mirai, Yokohama.
  • Long-standing track record as designated IT vendor for major oil marketers.
  • Received the Regional Economy Award from the Regional Economy Comprehensive Research Institute.
  • Consolidated employee count of approximately 1,752, mid-sized enterprise scale.
  • Focuses on information management as a Privacy Mark certified company.

Hidden Connections

  • Maintains long-term system transaction relationships with major oil marketers such as New Nichiseki.
  • Drone IoT platform collaborates with airfield in Kimitsu City, Chiba Prefecture.
  • Acquired certification under Kanagawa Prefecture's child-rearing support ordinance as a child-rearing support company.
  • Has utilized Mitsubishi Heavy Industries' Yokohama Building for data center operations.
  • Partnered with All Nippon Airways Trading for development of space equipment for artificial satellites.
  • Representative Director Mitsuru Sakai is leading the development of AI cloud services.
  • Built a stable shareholder base through employee stock ownership association.
  • Strengthening software development field through consolidated subsidiaries.

Future Outlook

Growth Drivers

  • Expansion and diversification of cloud services market needs.
  • Response to digital transformation initiatives.
  • Creation of new services through AI and IoT technology utilization.
  • Increasing domestic data center demand and strengthened regional deployment.
  • Growth in BPO and outsourcing markets.
  • Increased demand for specialized services due to escalating security requirements.
  • Support for government ICT policies and Digital Agency activities.
  • Enhanced talent acquisition through child-rearing support and work-style reforms.
  • Increased ESG investments from improved sustainability evaluations.
  • Stabilized business foundation through strengthened regional economic ties.
  • Enhanced reliability through international standard certifications.
  • Proactive expansion into new business fields.

Strategic Goals

  • Expand cloud business sales to over 60% of total.
  • Achieve carbon neutrality across all data centers.
  • Aim for over ¥10 billion in annual sales from AI/IoT-related businesses.
  • Rank in top 10 for employee satisfaction and diversity promotion evaluations.
  • Deploy regional collaboration projects in multiple cities nationwide.
  • Realize multiple strategic partnerships with overseas companies.
  • Expand scope of ISO certifications to strengthen reliability.
  • Increase renewable energy adoption rate to over 50%.
  • Complete in-house development of next-generation cloud infrastructure technology.
  • Improve BPO operational efficiency by 50% and achieve profit margin enhancement.

Business Segments

Cloud Services Business

Overview
Provides flexible and secure cloud services to support DX initiatives across diverse industries.
Competitiveness
Advanced SLA guarantees and operation monitoring framework
Customers
  • Major Corporations
  • Government Agencies
  • Mid-sized SIs
  • Financial Institutions
  • Manufacturing
Products
  • Dream Cloud®
  • Next Generation EASY Cloud®
  • AI Cloud Service
  • inet west®

Data Center Services

Overview
Provides highly reliable physical and virtual server environments to ensure system availability.
Competitiveness
Redundant proprietary data center network
Customers
  • IT Companies
  • Healthcare Companies
  • Retail
  • Government Agencies
  • Startups
Products
  • Colocation Services
  • Hosting Services
  • VDC Services

System Design and Development Services

Overview
Provides integrated system development and operational support tailored to business challenges.
Competitiveness
Consistent development framework and proven high-quality delivery record
Customers
  • Manufacturing
  • Distribution and Services
  • Financial Institutions
  • Public Institutions
  • Related SIs
Products
  • Business System Development
  • IT Consulting
  • Software Testing
  • System Maintenance

BPO Services

Overview
Outsourcing services to achieve business efficiency and cost reduction.
Competitiveness
Versatile business handling capabilities and security framework
Customers
  • Major Corporations
  • Distribution
  • Financial Institutions
  • Government Agencies
  • Medical Institutions
Products
  • Call Center Operations
  • Administrative Task Outsourcing
  • Data Entry
  • Customer Support

Print Insertion, Sealing, and Shipping Services

Overview
Efficient integrated services for high-volume document processing and shipping.
Competitiveness
End-to-end processing with proprietary equipment
Customers
  • Financial Institutions
  • Insurance Companies
  • Mail-Order Companies
  • Government Offices
  • Advertising Agencies
Products
  • High-Volume Printing Services
  • Insertion and Sealing Operations
  • Shipping Agency

Drone IoT Platform Business

Overview
Advancing new services through IoT integration with drones.
Competitiveness
Proprietary drone integration platform
Customers
  • Agricultural Corporations
  • Construction
  • Local Governments
  • Security Companies
  • Logistics Companies
Products
  • Drone Operation Support
  • IoT Data Analysis Services
  • Airport Management Services

IT Security Services

Overview
Support for maintaining secure IT environments and acquiring various certifications.
Competitiveness
Extensive experience in ISO certification support
Customers
  • Financial Institutions
  • Manufacturing
  • Information and Communications
  • Government Agencies
  • Medical Institutions
Products
  • Information Security Audits
  • Vulnerability Assessments
  • Management Support

System Monitoring and Operation Support Services

Overview
Operation and monitoring services to support stable IT system performance.
Competitiveness
Rapid response capabilities with 365-day coverage
Customers
  • IT Companies
  • Large Retailers
  • Healthcare Companies
  • Specialized Service Providers
  • Manufacturing
Products
  • 24-Hour System Monitoring
  • Incident Response Services
  • Operation Automation Tools

AI/Machine Learning Solutions

Overview
Provides business efficiency improvements and advanced analysis services using AI technology.
Competitiveness
Proven track record in cloud-integrated AI services
Customers
  • Manufacturing
  • Logistics
  • Finance
  • Public Institutions
  • Medical Institutions
Products
  • AI Cloud Platform
  • Image Recognition Services
  • Data Analysis Services

System Operation and Maintenance Services

Overview
Maintenance services to support stable system operation and continued use.
Competitiveness
Abundant experience and provision of skilled engineers
Customers
  • Information and Communications
  • Manufacturing
  • Distribution
  • Government Agencies
  • Services
Products
  • Periodic Maintenance
  • Incident Analysis Response
  • Update and Migration Support

Consulting Services

Overview
Comprehensive support from corporate IT strategy to business reform.
Competitiveness
Broad industry knowledge and track record
Customers
  • Mid-sized Companies
  • Major Corporations
  • Government Agencies
  • Educational Institutions
Products
  • IT Strategy Formulation
  • Business Improvement Proposals
  • DX Support

Operation Outsourcing Services

Overview
Outsourcers IT operation tasks to achieve cost reduction and efficiency.
Competitiveness
Flexible response and high service quality
Customers
  • Financial Institutions
  • Retail
  • Telecommunications Carriers
  • Manufacturing
Products
  • System Operation Outsourcing
  • Monitoring Outsourcing
  • Help Desk Services

Competitive Advantage

Strengths

  • Strong operational capabilities of multiple proprietary data centers
  • Integration of cloud and traditional services
  • High security standards through ISO certifications
  • Diverse customer base from multifaceted service offerings
  • Proactive investment in cutting-edge technologies
  • Strong ties with the local economy
  • Social contributions through child-rearing support and disabled employment promotion
  • Solid financial foundation and stable earnings
  • Reliability from Prime Market listing

Competitive Advantages

  • Flexible service provision as an independent operator
  • Advanced system design technology for proprietary cloud infrastructure
  • Comprehensive BPO and print insertion/sealing services
  • Leadership in new businesses like drone IoT platforms
  • Enhanced customer touchpoints through regional data center deployment
  • Operational quality assurance via ISO 27017 and ISO 22301 certifications
  • Custom system development capabilities for diverse industries
  • Attractive employer image from child-rearing support certification
  • 24/7/365 operation and monitoring services

Threats

  • Intensifying competition with major cloud providers
  • Burden of keeping pace with rapid technological innovation
  • Sophistication of cyber security risks
  • Concerns over talent shortages amid fierce talent competition
  • Potential impact from regulatory changes or legal amendments
  • Risk of unstable sales due to restrained IT investments
  • Rising data center operation costs
  • Risk of competitor entry into emerging markets
  • Intensifying price competition in cloud services

Innovations

2024: Headquarters Expansion and Relocation to Yokohama Symphostage

Overview
Relocated to a newly expanded office equipped with the latest facilities to enhance operational efficiency.
Impact
Contributes to improved business productivity and employee work environment

2023: Launch of AI Cloud Services

Overview
Full-scale rollout of cloud infrastructure services utilizing AI technology.
Impact
Addresses advanced analysis needs of customers

2022: Acquisition of ISO 22301:2019 Certification

Overview
Obtained international certification for data center business continuity planning.
Impact
Enhances customer trust and service quality assurance

2021: Entry into Drone IoT Platform Business

Overview
Launched drone flight management and IoT integration solutions.
Impact
开拓 of new business domains

2020: Development of Next Generation EASY Cloud® Platform

Overview
Built next-generation cloud infrastructure using Software-Defined Data Center technology.
Impact
Achieves service expansion and operational efficiency

Sustainability

  • Continuous maintenance of child-rearing support certification 'Kurumin'
  • Establishment of related subsidiary to promote employment of disabled persons
  • Maintenance of ISO 14001 environmental management certification
  • Acquisition of Yokohama Health Management certification and employee health promotion
  • Local revitalization support through collaboration with regional economy