Business Brain Ota Showa

Basic Information

Stock Code: 9658
Industry: Information and Communications
Category Detail: Systems & Software
Prefecture: Tokyo
Establishment Year: August 1967
Listing Year: November 1991
Official Website: https://www.bbs.co.jp/
TSE Information: TSE Information
Yahoo! Finance: Yahoo! Finance
Other Companies: Centcare, Fixstars, System Lisa, Japan System Technology, Base, Cresco, TDC Soft, Alpha Systems, Tokei Densan, CEC, NSW, Funai Soken HD, NSD

Overview

Business Brain Ota Showa is a pioneering system integrator in the information and communications industry, founded in 1967, with strengths in management and IT consulting and accounting system development.

Current Situation

Business Brain Ota Showa achieved consolidated sales of approximately 29.1 billion yen in the fiscal year ending March 2021, posting stable operating and net profits. The company provides a variety of BPO services centered on management guidance and system development, with bases in Japan and overseas, advancing global expansion. It excels in advisory services for management and financial strategies as well as accounting management services, expanding its solution offerings through numerous subsidiaries. On the technology front, it has obtained ISO 27001 certification and focuses on security. In recent years, it has been strengthening its growth foundation through promotion of RPA and cloud services as well as expansion into the Southeast Asian market. Moving forward, it aims for sustainable management by contributing to DX promotion and business efficiency improvements while strategically pursuing improvements in key management indicators toward 2030.

Trivia

Interesting Facts

Originally started with development support for audit-related programs.
One of the veteran IT companies listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market.
Celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2017.
Holds a diverse group of subsidiaries and is diversifying its operations.
Strength in information security with ISO 27001 certification.
Has local subsidiaries in Southeast Asia and promotes international expansion.
Plays a pioneering role in business automation through RPA technology adoption.
Fusion of management consulting and IT systems is a key feature.
Has experienced multiple market transfers between JASDAQ and Tokyo exchanges.
Global company also offering multilingual translation services.
Relocated head office to Hibiya Fort Tower in 2021.
"ACT Series" accounting system is a long-established brand.
Flexibility to address management challenges across diverse industries.
Long history in local government system development.
Active capital and business alliances with related companies.

Hidden Connections

Long-standing collaboration with EY ShinNihon LLC from the founding days.
Ongoing capital and business alliance with Hitachi Solutions.
Expanded business areas through capital and business alliance with JFE Systems.
Holds many related companies domestically and internationally, strengthening group collaboration.
Joint development of automation technology through alliance with RPA Technologies.
Has local subsidiaries in Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam.
Acquired Japan Payment Technology as a subsidiary to enter the payment field.
Unique service expansion in labor and welfare facility operation support business.

Future Outlook

Growth Drivers

Expansion of demand for management and IT consulting due to increasing DX needs.
Growing needs for business efficiency through cloud services and RPA.
Growth in domestic and international BPO service markets.
Strengthening of IT solutions for local governments and medical institutions.
Active global expansion and multilingual support.
Increasing demand and advancement of information security measures.
Development of new services utilizing AI and data analysis technologies.
Promotion of business automation accompanying work style reforms.
Enhanced IT utilization in finance, manufacturing, and distribution industries.
Efficient management support services for aging society.

Strategic Goals

Aim to achieve sales exceeding 50 billion yen.
Double the number of BPO bases domestically and internationally.
Expand AI and RPA-related business ratio to over 40%.
Deploy ISO 27001 certification framework across the entire group.
Promote management practices considering sustainability.
Strengthen support for customer company performance improvements through DX promotion.
Aim to expand customer base across diverse industries.
Innovate and promote adoption of cloud and data integration technologies.
Strengthen multilingual support services globally.
Maximize corporate value through diversity and improved work-life balance for employees.

Business Segments

Management and IT Consulting

Overview

Supports corporate management reform and IT utilization to achieve business efficiency and profit improvement.

Competitiveness

High-precision consulting proposals based on long years of industry experience

Customers

Large corporations
Small and medium enterprises
Government agencies
Financial institutions
Manufacturing
Services
Distribution
Medical institutions
Educational institutions
Local governments

Products

Management strategy planning support
IT system implementation support
ERP construction
Business process improvement
Internal control support
Risk management
DX promotion support
M&A advisory
Accounting system optimization
Human resource management support

Accounting System Development and Provision

Overview

Develops and provides flexible and advanced accounting systems tailored to customer needs.

Competitiveness

Advanced technology for international accounting standards compliance and extensive implementation track record

Customers

Accounting firms
Corporate accounting departments
Local governments
Manufacturing
Retail
Services
Finance
Medical corporations
Educational institutions
Public interest corporations

Products

ACT Series Accounting Systems
International accounting standards solutions
Cloud accounting integration
Data integration platform
Accounting automation tools
CFO outsourcing service
Settlement support systems
Internal control support tools
Tax filing integration
Financial analysis tools

Outsourcing and BPO Services

Overview

Specializes in supporting indirect operations for companies aiming to reduce costs and improve efficiency.

Competitiveness

High-quality service provision system with multiple bases domestically and internationally

Customers

Manufacturing
Services
Distribution
Medical institutions
Government agencies
Financial institutions
Local governments
Small and medium enterprises
Educational institutions
Public interest corporations

Products

Payroll outsourcing
Translation services
Administrative outsourcing
Document management
Data entry outsourcing
Accounting outsourcing
Customer response outsourcing
Welfare facility operation support
Form processing
Legal support

System Integration

Overview

Provides comprehensive support from optimal system construction tailored to customer business needs to operations.

Competitiveness

Advanced security management with ISO 27001 certification

Customers

Large corporations
Small and medium enterprises
Government agencies
Medical institutions
Manufacturing
Distribution
Financial institutions
Services
Universities
Public interest corporations

Products

System design
Software development
Cloud environment construction
Network design
Database construction
Operation and maintenance services
Security measures
Business application development
System improvement support
Technical consulting

Information Security Services

Overview

Comprehensive security services to protect information assets of companies and organizations.

Competitiveness

Global-standard security technology and expertise

Customers

Financial institutions
Medical institutions
Manufacturing
Government agencies
Large corporations
Universities
Distribution
Services
Small and medium enterprises
Public interest corporations

Products

Vulnerability assessment
Audit support
Risk assessment
ISO 27001 acquisition support
Security operation outsourcing
Incident response
Access management
Information leakage countermeasures
Security training
System monitoring

Multilingual Translation and Global Support

Overview

Deploys multilingual solutions to support overseas expansion.

Competitiveness

High-quality translation capabilities specialized in specific fields and rapid response

Customers

Multinational corporations
Manufacturing
Distribution
Government agencies
Financial institutions
Services
Medical institutions
Educational institutions
Small and medium enterprises
Local governments

Products

Business document translation
Technical document translation
Interpretation services
Global business support
Multilingual management systems
Translation consulting
Overseas document support
Multilingual marketing support
Multilingual training
Customer support

Local Government System Support

Overview

Supports efficiency and transparency improvements in local administration.

Competitiveness

Technological capabilities customizable to unique local government needs

Customers

Local governments
Local independent administrative agencies
Public interest corporations
Medical institutions
Educational institutions
Manufacturing
Services
Small and medium enterprises
Government agencies
Financial institutions

Products

Local accounting systems
Administrative operation support
Financial management tools
Internal audit support
Resident information management
Business efficiency software
Public project management
Legal compliance systems
Policy effectiveness analysis
Cloud integration

Financial and Accounting Outsourcing

Overview

Outsourcing services for finance-related operations leveraging specialized knowledge.

Competitiveness

Extensive industry experience and high-precision accounting management capabilities

Customers

Large corporations
Small and medium enterprises
Financial institutions
Local governments
Public interest corporations
Educational institutions
Medical corporations
Services
Manufacturing
Distribution

Products

Financial outsourcing
Settlement support
Accounting operation outsourcing
Accounting system maintenance
Report preparation assistance
Audit preparation support
Tax filing support
Internal control support
Financial analysis services
Cash flow management

Education and Talent Development Support

Overview

Training programs to develop diverse business skills and support organizational enhancement.

Competitiveness

Curriculum development aligned with real-world practices and instructor expertise

Customers

Corporate training departments
Educational institutions
Local governments
Government agencies
Financial institutions
Manufacturing
Distribution
Services
Small and medium enterprises
Medical institutions

Products

IT skills training
Executive training
Business efficiency courses
Leadership training
Safety management education
New employee training
Translation technology training
Project management
Customer service education
Multilingual correspondence education

Cloud Solutions

Overview

Promotes business efficiency and digital transformation through maximum utilization of cloud technology.

Competitiveness

Advanced IT technology integration and stable operation track record

Customers

Manufacturing
Services
Distribution
Finance
Government agencies
Large corporations
Small and medium enterprises
Educational institutions
Medical institutions
Local governments

Products

Cloud accounting integration
Data integration platform
CFO outsourcing cloud
Business process cloud
Security management cloud
Backup systems
Remote support services
Remote operation support
Cloud RPA integration
Analysis platform

Competitive Advantage

Strengths

Extensive management and IT consulting experience
International accounting standards-compliant system technology
Business expansion leveraging diverse subsidiaries
Robust information security with ISO 27001 certification
Global structure with bases in Japan and overseas
Long-established customer base
High business process expertise
Advanced cloud and RPA implementations
Comprehensive BPO services
Strong translation and multilingual capabilities

Competitive Advantages

Seamless provision from management consulting to IT system development
Expertise in international accounting standards solutions
Multi-base expansion to meet diverse customer needs
High reliability of information security management system
Unique strengths in systems for medical and local government sectors
Collaborative structure with diverse specialized group companies
Active expansion into Southeast Asian markets
Automation technology through partnership with RPA Technologies
Stable revenue sources from long-term customer relationships
Talent development support through education and training services

Threats

Intensifying domestic IT market competition leading to pricing pressure
Increasing entry of new cloud service providers
Heightened service requirements due to accelerating DX
Risks from regulatory changes in overseas markets
Rising costs associated with talent acquisition and development
Decline in competitiveness from delays in adopting new technologies
Risk of information security incidents
Reduction in corporate IT investments due to economic fluctuations
Disruptive innovations from emerging companies
Uncertainty in business operations due to the pandemic

Innovations

2023: Expansion of RPA Technology and Automation Promotion

Overview: Strengthened collaboration with RPA Technologies to expand business automation technology.
Impact: Achieved improved customer satisfaction and cost reductions through business efficiency.

2022: Launch of Cloud Accounting Integration Service

Overview: Started provision of Journal Entry HUB Cloud to cloudify accounting data integration.
Impact: Supports real-time accounting processing for customer companies.

2021: ISO 27001 Update for Information Security Management

Overview: Implemented international standard certification renewal to strengthen security framework.
Impact: Contributes to strengthening customer base through enhanced information security reliability.

2024: Development of AI-Powered Financial Analysis Tool

Overview: Began implementing advanced financial data analysis functions using AI technology.
Impact: Contributes to faster and more accurate management decisions.

2020: Expansion of Overseas BPO Centers

Overview: Expanded bases in Thailand and Vietnam to strengthen global BPO framework.
Impact: Risk diversification through base distribution and improved service quality.

2023: Introduction of AI Support for Multilingual Translation Services

Overview: Introduced AI-assisted technology for translation operations to improve productivity.
Impact: Succeeded in improving translation quality and shortening delivery times.

2021: Construction of Management Indicator Visualization Platform

Overview: Developed and launched a tool for visualizing management data.
Impact: Strongly supports customer management decisions.

2022: Internal System Renewal for DX Promotion

Overview: Updated systems to advance advanced digitalization of internal operations.
Impact: Achieved business efficiency improvements and enhanced employee productivity.

2024: Enhancement of Cloud-Based CFO Outsourcing Service

Overview: Expanding provision of flexible financial support utilizing cloud.
Impact: Successfully expanded financial management support for SMEs.

2020: Development of Electronic Bookkeeping Preservation Law Compliant System

Overview: Developed bookkeeping preservation system compliant with legal amendments.
Impact: Supports customer legal compliance and business efficiency.

Sustainability

Customer information protection through strengthened information security
Implementation of environmental load reduction measures at domestic and overseas bases
Talent development support through collaboration with local communities
Ensuring diversity and fairness in work environment
Promotion of sustainable IT resource utilization
CO2 reduction through remote work environment setup
Thorough legal compliance and information disclosure
Strengthened regional contributions through CSR activities
Promotion of waste reduction and recycling
Enhanced sustainability awareness through employee education
Implementation of environmental and social audits in supply chain
Recruitment and development initiatives for diversity promotion