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Research Papers
Academic Papers & White Papers
KODA: An AI Framework for Japanese Workplaces
KODA: 日本の職場のためのAIフレームワーク
Theoretical foundations and implementation approach for the KODA framework, comprising three pillars: Solunai Continuity Engine (SCE), 47-Dimension Cultural Intelligence, and Technical Skills Engine (TSE), designed for the cultural characteristics of Japanese enterprises.
Implementation Patterns for Predictive Maintenance AI in Manufacturing
製造業における予知保全AIの実装パターン
Practical approaches to deploying predictive maintenance AI in Japanese manufacturing environments. Covers integration with existing systems, operator acceptance, and ROI measurement methodologies.
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Market Trends
Industry Trends & Analysis
Keidanren Policy and Technical Succession Challenges — 2025 Turning Point
Keidanren's December 16th policy proposal "Foreign Worker Policy in a Transitional Period" highlights the severity of technical succession challenges facing Japanese manufacturing. With 2.32 million foreign residents (October 2024, record high) positioned as "essential members supporting the economy and society," the proposal calls for development of the Ikusei Shuro (育成就労) system and a strategic shift toward talent recruitment. The government is expected to finalize basic policy by January 2026, requiring companies to prepare reception environments and systematic knowledge transfer systems.
Read Keidanren ProposalIkusei Shuro System and Manufacturing DX
The Ikusei Shuro system established in 2024 replaces the Technical Intern Training Program with a new framework balancing "human resource development" and "talent acquisition." Manufacturing sites are seeing growing demand for DX tools supporting foreign worker development: multilingual work procedure documentation, skills assessment visualization, and digitized OJT records.
AI Adoption Trends in Japanese Manufacturing 2025
While AI adoption rates among SME manufacturers remain low, interest is growing against the backdrop of labor shortages. Demand is particularly strong in quality inspection and predictive maintenance domains.
The Intersection of Foreign Talent and AI
With the expansion of the Specified Skilled Worker visa program, demand for AI-powered multilingual support and cultural adaptation assistance is increasing. Pilots are underway in manufacturing and healthcare sectors.
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