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Spotlight
ROUTE06's "Spotlight" series offers invaluable insights through interviews with experts who are at the forefront of business and technology, including business planners and project advocates. What sets this series apart is its broad focus; it is not confined to a specific client or partner company but instead reaches out to individuals across a diverse array of industries, professions, and roles. This inclusivity allows readers to access varied perspectives, sharing a wealth of practical insights drawn from real-world business problem-solving and innovation. The "Spotlight" series delves into a myriad of topics, showcasing everything from the hurdles faced by project leaders launching new ventures at major trading firms to the product development journeys undertaken by product managers at startups. These interviews are designed to transcend simple knowledge sharing, offering actionable insights through concrete examples that readers can readily apply to their own enterprises. For instance, the series reveals firsthand accounts of the challenges encountered by project leaders, their solutions, and strategies for entering new markets. ROUTE06 positions itself not merely as a consulting or system integrator (SIer) but as a collaborative partner dedicated to co-creating new value alongside its client companies. Embracing a novel approach to "professional services," ROUTE06 aligns its vision with that of its clients, focusing on an interactive methodology that involves actively participating in the realization of that vision. This commitment extends beyond standard contractual development and support, highlighting the significance of customization tailored to client needs and informed by data-driven decision-making. In this way, ROUTE06 empowers its clients to grow and collaboratively establish sustainable business models. The "Spotlight" series aspires not only to deliver in-depth insights related to business and technological advancements but also to inspire its readers in innovative directions. By sharing interviews that encapsulate cross-industry viewpoints and specific success strategies, the series provides readers with ideas that can be seamlessly integrated into their own business practices. Furthermore, by disseminating the extensive knowledge and experience that ROUTE06 has amassed, it serves as an essential resource that supports readers in their professional development and encourages them to embrace new challenges. Through the "Spotlight" series, ROUTE06 presents practical insights that span a wide range of industries and professions, recounting real-world experiences from the cutting edge of business and technology to inspire growth. These narratives unveil the strategic approaches necessary for tackling business challenges and fostering innovation on the front lines. Ultimately, the series stands as an invaluable resource for business leaders and project advocates, equipping them with the cross-industry knowledge and experiences needed to propel their future business initiatives forward.
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Scent Designer Megumi Fukatsu: Creating Fragrances that Embody a Company's Essence
What does it mean to design a brand or space with fragrance, what is the process of creating it, and what does fragrance bring to people? We asked Fukatsu about the story of how she made fragrance her career.
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Advancing Self-Medication and Optimizing Healthcare Costs Through Receipt Data and E-commerce: An Interview with Yoshiki Hirai of White Healthcare
In April 2023, White Healthcare re-launched "Your Medicine Box," an e-commerce platform for over-the-counter (OTC) drugs and regular medicines. Your Medicine Box" is an e-commerce site that supports members' health and self-medication by offering over-the-counter (OTC) medicines individually suited to members' needs while utilizing receipt data. In this interview, we spoke with Yoshiki Hirai about the background of providing "Your Medicine Box" and its aims.
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Accelerating Digital Transformation in Large Enterprises through a Long-Term Perspective: Insights from JAFCO Group's Shozo Isaka
In this installment of our series on the transformation of major corporations from a VC's perspective, we explore what is essential for corporate transformation, including digital transformation (DX). In this fourth installment, we interview Mr. Shozo Isaka, a Partner at JAFCO Group. Mr. Isaka emphasizes the importance of a long-term perspective. We will discuss key points for advancing DX in large companies and considerations for startups collaborating with them, based on Mr. Isaka's insights.
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Nissan and Shiseido's Reformer: Lessons from the ‘Professional Manager’ for Young Leaders — Insights from Mitsuru Kameyama
Mitsuru Kameyama worked on global projects at Nissan Motor (hereafter Nissan) during the period of change led by Carlos Ghosn, and together with Masahiko Uotani, known as a professional manager, he transformed Shiseido into a global company capable of speedy decision making. He also spearheaded digital transformation (DX) at Mitsubishi Materials Corporation, a major manufacturing firm with a long history, during the COVID-19 pandemic. Mitsuru Kameyama, Senior Executive Advisor at Gloving and President of Conepositive, has supported numerous essential reforms in Japan's leading enterprise companies from an IT perspective.
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Commitment to Excellence: Tackling New Business Ventures and Product Development with Takuto Seita of Mitsubishi Corporation
In the midstream segment of the materials supply chain, including the steel industry, numerous distribution trading companies and wholesalers act as intermediaries between buyers and suppliers, facilitating transactions flexibly. Mitsubishi Corporation (MC) has introduced PaSS-Portal, a digital platform for quotations and order placement, designed to manage the complex transaction variations typical of these distribution businesses, including irregular operations like changes and modifications to transaction terms.
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Beyond Short-Term Revenue: How SaaS Drives Lifetime Value and Transformation in Large Enterprises | Hiro Maeda, ALL STAR SAAS FUND
This series explores what is necessary for the transformation of major companies, including digital transformation (DX), from the perspective of a venture capital (VC) partner. In this third installment, we interview Hiro Maeda, Managing Partner of ALL STAR SAAS FUND, a VC firm specializing in SaaS. According to Maeda, SaaS acts as a catalyst for change. We delve into the role SaaS plays in the transformation of large enterprises and discuss key considerations when collaborating with startups, examining Maeda's theories on corporate transformation.
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Transformation Insights from Southeast Asia’s "Digital Pioneer": A Call for Leadership Commitment | Soichi Tajima, Genesia Ventures
As digital technology breaks down industry barriers, major companies that have long driven the Japanese economy must transform to create new business opportunities and economic value.
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What Large Enterprises Need for Transformation: "Leadership Capital" | Tomoko Namba of Delight Ventures
As digital technology continues to lower the barriers between industries, the businesses and organizations of the major companies that have driven the Japanese economy must transform to create new business opportunities and economic value.