Increasing sustainability in the stadium: Fujitsu partners with the digital center “Arena of IoT” at Deutsche Bank Park JCN Newswire

Increasing sustainability in the stadium: Fujitsu partners with the digital center “Arena of IoT” at Deutsche Bank Park

February 15, 2023
TOKYO, Feb 15, 2023 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Fujitsu and EintrachtTech GmbH's digital center "Arena of IoT" have partnered to increase sustainability in stadium management at Deutsche Bank Park as part of a joint project. EintrachtTech is the dedicated subsidiary of Eintracht Frankfurt responsible for all of Eintracht's strategic digital projects. The digital center "Arena of IoT" develops the most ambitious Internet of Things ecosystem in European sports. An existing sensor solution from Mainova AG already evaluates data at the stadium on the condition of training pitches and green areas, transmitting it via a Long Range Wide Area Network (LoRaWAN) gateway. With a sophisticated AI platform for predictive analysis of the data, Fujitsu will build upon the existing solution to ensure that water consumption can be further reduced. Fujitsu is also working with EintrachtTech to install a high-performance solution for intelligent queue management at the Deutsche Bank Park fan store.The demand-based irrigation addresses one of the criteria of the Deutsche Fu ß ball Liga's (DFL) recently adopted sustainability guidelines. The DFL was the first professional soccer league to establish a mandatory sustainability guideline in its licensing regulations - with the clear aim of not only handling club management and organization in the most environmentally and resource-friendly way possible, but also promoting economic, ecological, and social sustainability.Optimizing resource utilizationAs part of the partnership, Fujitsu and EintrachtTech will first work to improve queue management in front of the Deutsche Bank Park fan store. Based on the findings of the first pilot, an expansion to other queues such as at sales points in the stadium is planned. At the heart of the project is the Fujitsu IoT Operations Cockpit. Using existing resources such as the sensor technology in the stadium area, data already collected can be processed in such a way that an increase in efficiency can be achieved. Fujitsu acts as an enabler in terms of data science and machine learning as part of an overarching AI portfolio.Fujitsu and EintrachtTech will continue to work in close coordination to deliver decisive gains in efficiency and sustainability, focusing on both the AI-based green space irrigation and the queue management as initial proofs of concept for the transformative potential of the technology. The initial phase of the trial is already underway and will continue into FY 2023.Fujitsu enables smart interaction of sensors, additional data and AI platformThe project aims to realize sustainability step by step. For example, the irrigation of the training grounds and green areas is to be as precise as possible. This means that special sensors already register soil moisture and solar radiation, forwarding the data via LoRaWAN to the existing partner solution, where the current data is evaluated, and the irrigation status is displayed. Using this data together with AI, the Fujitsu IoT Operations Cockpit can then calculate irrigation amount, location, and duration and determine recommended actions to optimize the process. The AI platform prepares the data relevant for the DFL's sustainability criteria in the field of irrigation.Visitor flows: Real-time waiting time displayIn addition to analyzing irrigation data, Fujitsu and EintrachtTech are planning to measure waiting times at the fan store in Deutsche Bank Park. In the course of the pilot phase, the fan store will be equipped with corresponding technology so that the waiting time can be displayed in real time. The transparent display of waiting times should improve the visitor experience and reduce the risk of missing a goal on the green pitch while waiting in line.In this case, the captured data could be fed into the Fujitsu IoT Operations Cockpit with other existing information, too - e.g. from the turnstiles at the entrances - so that further solution scenarios can be worked out immediately.EintrachtTech and Fujitsu: developing sustainable solutions togetherSport can be very important, especially in stressful times. However, it is just as important to handle the available resources in a particularly responsible manner. Early on, EintrachtTech and Fujitsu sat down together for a detailed needs analysis and explored technical solution approaches. After the analysis, they quickly moved on to designing the technical implementation - and soon the first solutions will be piloted."For Fujitsu, this project with the digital center "Arena of IoT" offers a great opportunity to demonstrate our ability to generate an innovative "AIoT" solution, which combines AI and the Internet of Things," comments Steffen Müter, Head of DACH at Fujitsu Services. "The use case not only shows our expertise in deploying AI, Data Science and Machine Learning in the real world, but also makes an important contribution to the environment. We're proud for the chance to participate in EintrachtTech's efforts to promote sustainability, and share with other companies the transformative power of these kinds of joint projects to make good in the world.""Solutions in the field of the Internet of Things enable us to make the operation of Deutsche Bank Park more efficient and sustainable," explains Dr. Oliver Bäcker, Head of digital center "Arena of IoT" at EintrachtTech. "We are pleased to have Fujitsu as an additional partner for the digital center "Arena of IoT", who will contribute its technological know-how in this subject area during project implementation."About FujitsuFujitsu's purpose is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. As the digital transformation partner of choice for customers in over 100 countries, our 124,000 employees work to resolve some of the greatest challenges facing humanity. Our range of services and solutions draw on five key technologies: Computing, Networks, AI, Data & Security, and Converging Technologies, which we bring together to deliver sustainability transformation. Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) reported consolidated revenues of 3.6 trillion yen (US$32 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2022 and remains the top digital services company in Japan by market share. Find out more: www.fujitsu.com. Copyright 2023 JCN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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Fujitsu outlines vision for secure and sustainable network technologies at MWC Barcelona 2023FP JCN Newswire

Fujitsu outlines vision for secure and sustainable network technologies at MWC Barcelona 2023FP

February 1, 2023
TOKYO, Feb 1, 2023 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Fujitsu will reveal how innovative open-network technologies and secure network solutions are creating new possibilities for a more sustainable world at MWC Barcelona 2023, the world's largest mobile industry exhibition.This year's showcase will focus on the theme of "Opening innovation for people and the planet," with Fujitsu demonstrating how its latest network technologies, including solutions under Fujitsu Uvance, will contribute to the achievement of sustainability transformation (SX) for its customers and partners globally.Fujitsu will additionally offer panel discussions with high profile guest speakers from customers and partners to deliver insights into prospects for network security in the present and future as it leads the way toward the realization of trustable networks, which will form the basis of a borderless world that promises to integrate physical and virtual space.Fujitsu will welcome visitors this year to its exhibit at Booth 4E 20 (Hall 4), presenting a range of highlights, including:- Demonstration of vRAN solutions that support mobile communications carriers and service providers to provide improved services while achieving carbon neutrality through low power consumption- Demonstration of a network orchestration system that realizes automatic network control, leveraging Fujitsu's unique AI technology- Presentation hosted by Rod Naphan, CTO of Fujitsu Network Communications, on network security initiatives, as well as a panel discussion with external experts focused on the creation of reliable and secure networks essential for connecting the physical and virtual space. Fujitsu's Session Page (MWC Barcelona 2023)- Security services for open networks and initiatives to realize advanced security, delivering reliability to corporate activities in new digital domains, including the Metaverse and Web3- Wireless access solutions that help reduce environmental impact through low power consumption and multi-band support- Fujitsu's network vision for the 6G era and the high-performance semiconductor wafer technology that supports it- Solutions to societal issues based on the theme of co-creation and the environment under Fujitsu Uvance, as well as private 5G solutions and edge computing services that support themOverview of MWC Barcelona 2023 and Fujitsu BoothDate: Monday, February 27, 2023 to Thursday, March 2, 2023Venue: Fira Gran Via, Av. Joan Carles I, 64 08908 L 'Hospitalet de Llobregat, Barcelona, SpainFujitsu Booth: 4E 20 (Hall 4)About FujitsuFujitsu's purpose is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. As the digital transformation partner of choice for customers in over 100 countries, our 124,000 employees work to resolve some of the greatest challenges facing humanity. Our range of services and solutions draw on five key technologies: Computing, Networks, AI, Data & Security, and Converging Technologies, which we bring together to deliver sustainability transformation. Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) reported consolidated revenues of 3.6 trillion yen (US$32 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2022 and remains the top digital services company in Japan by market share. Find out more: www.fujitsu.com. Copyright 2023 JCN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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Fujitsu and Teijin start joint trials with V Frames and Advanced Bikes to enhance environmental value of recycled carbon fiber used in the manufacturing process of bicycle frames JCN Newswire

Fujitsu and Teijin start joint trials with V Frames and Advanced Bikes to enhance environmental value of recycled carbon fiber used in the manufacturing process of bicycle frames

January 19, 2023
TOKYO, Jan 19, 2023 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Fujitsu Limited and Teijin Limited (hereinafter Teijin) today announced the launch of a joint project running from January to March 2023 to enhance the environmental value of recycled resources in the production of bicycle frames together with V Frames GmbH (hereinafter V Frames) (1), a German manufacturer and distributor of carbon fiber reinforced plastic bicycle frames, and E Bike Advanced Technologies GmbH (hereinafter Advanced Bikes) (2), a German manufacturer of bicycles.Figure: Future vision of the projectAs part the trials, Teijin and Fujitsu will leverage a blockchain-based commercial platform launched in July 2022 to promote the sustainable use of recycled materials, tracing and management of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions within the environmentally-conscious bicycle industry.By implementing a business model that maximizes the environmental value from recycled materials, Teijin and Fujitsu aim to contribute to the further development of the carbon fiber recycling market and the realization of a circular economy. Following the successful conclusion of the joint trials, Teijin and Fujitsu will promote the implementation of the new platform, with the aim of commercialization in fiscal 2023.BackgroundIn Europe, many bicycle manufacturers use frames manufactured in Asia, and many of these frames are also ultimately disposed of in landfills in Asia. Energy consumption during long-distance transportation of resources including materials and used frames across the supply chain represents one major reason why resources are often not recycled and disposed of in a sustainable manner. In order to contribute to the reduction of GHG emissions from its business operations, V Frames utilizes local resources in Germany and recycles used frames in its bicycle production.Within this joint project, Teijin and Fujitsu will conduct trials together with V Frames and Advanced Bikes to visualize the results of V Frames' efforts to reduce GHG emissions in its production process, with the aim to foster a shared awareness towards the environmental value of recycled materials within the environmentally-conscious bicycle industry and industries handling carbon fibers.Outline of the joint trials1. Purpose of the trialsTrack and manage information on the environmental impact of materials used in bicycle frame production, evaluate the feasibility of the data collection process and evaluate the value of the visualized tracked data to enhance the environmental value of recycled resources in the production of bicycle frames2. Roles and responsibilitiesTeijin:- Support of environmental assessment across the different processes and engagement of stakeholders toward the creation of an ecosystemFujitsu:- Implementation of blockchain platform based on the Fujitsu Track and Trust digital ledger technology and development of tool for visualization and provision of tracked dataV Frames and Advanced Bikes:- Upload of environmental impact information for different operational processes within the company to the platform; review of data collection and visualization process3. PeriodJanuary 2023 - March 2023 (planned)4. Future vision and goals- Creation of "digital twins" to manage resources: information about resources (including their location, condition, environmental impact, etc.) used/generated in the business operations from the recycling to sales process of bicycle frames will be uploaded and provided on the platform to create digital replications (digital twins) of physical resources and manage information on their condition; using blockchain technology, the platform will also offer past data on the condition of resources; - Disclosure and utilization of data: data from the platform can be used to share information on resources (origin of resources etc.) with bicycle users or utilized by various stakeholders in their carbon management; data on the platform can further be used as proof for the successful realization of a resource cycle and utilized for future ESG investment evaluations or as creditsFuture PlansFollowing the joint trials, Teijin and Fujitsu will promote the implementation of the new platform, with the aim of commercialization in fiscal 2023. Moving forward, the two parties will further promote discussions and field trials with partner companies and organizations that support this initiative and will work to contribute to the realization of a circular economy by supporting the growth of the recycling market in various industries.In order to realize a sustainable society, Teijin will provide innovative, people-centered solutions that improve peoples' quality of life. Teijin will further strive to mitigate the impact of its business activities on the environment and society to realize its long-term vision "to be a company that supports the society of the future."Fujitsu is promoting "Sustainable Manufacturing" to achieve growth through the coexistence of people and the earth as one of its key focus areas under its global business brand, Fujitsu Uvance.(1) V Frames GmbH :Head office: Saalfeld, Germany; Co-founder/ Managing director ISOCO: Michael Miller(2) E Bike Advanced Technologies GmbH :Head office: Frankfurt am Main; Co-Founder and CEO: Helge von FuglerAbout FujitsuFujitsu's purpose is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. As the digital transformation partner of choice for customers in over 100 countries, our 124,000 employees work to resolve some of the greatest challenges facing humanity. Our range of services and solutions draw on five key technologies: Computing, Networks, AI, Data & Security, and Converging Technologies, which we bring together to deliver sustainability transformation. Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) reported consolidated revenues of 3.6 trillion yen (US$32 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2022 and remains the top digital services company in Japan by market share. Find out more: www.fujitsu.com.About the Teijin GroupTeijin (TSE: 3401) is a technology-driven global group offering advanced solutions in the fields of environmental value; safety, security and disaster mitigation; and demographic change and increased health consciousness. Originally established as Japan's first rayon manufacturer in 1918, Teijin has evolved into a unique enterprise encompassing three core business domains: high-performance materials including aramid, carbon fibers and composites, and also resin and plastic processing, films, polyester fibers and products converting; healthcare including pharmaceuticals and home healthcare equipment for bone/joint, respiratory and cardiovascular/metabolic diseases, nursing care and pre-symptomatic healthcare; and IT including B2B solutions for medical, corporate and public systems as well as packaged software and B2C online services for digital entertainment. Deeply committed to its stakeholders, as expressed in the brand statement "Human Chemistry, Human Solutions," Teijin aims to be a company that supports the society of the future. The group comprises some 170 companies and employs some 20,000 people across 20 countries worldwide. Teijin posted consolidated sales of JPY 926.1 billion (USD 7.2 billion) and total assets of JPY 1,207.6 billion (USD 9.4 billion) in the fiscal year that ended on March 31, 2022. Please visit www.teijin.com.Press Contacts:Fujitsu LimitedPublic and Investor Relations Division Inquiries (www.fujitsu.com/global/about/resources/news/presscontacts/form/index.html)Teijin LimitedThe Teijin Group Investor and Public Relations Department Phone: +81 3 3506 4055 E-mail: pr@teijin.co.jp Copyright 2023 JCN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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Fujitsu showcases new solutions that drive business growth and sustainable outcomes for retailers at NRF 2023 JCN Newswire

Fujitsu showcases new solutions that drive business growth and sustainable outcomes for retailers at NRF 2023

January 13, 2023
NEW YORK, Jan 13, 2023 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Fujitsu will introduce its lineup of retail solutions for a changing world at NRF 2023 - one of the world's leading events for the retail industry. Fujitsu's showcase will emphasize solutions that deliver value in three key areas: Customer experience, Keeping your costs down, and Enabling sustainability goals.Retailers are looking for ways to manage change in an environment that is constantly evolving. Fujitsu's solutions, on-show at NRF 2023 (Booth #4803) from January 15th to January 17th, 2023, reveal a new approach for retailers who are eager to align solving business challenges with their organization's sustainability objectives.Millennials and Generation Z are expected to account for the majority of the working age population by 2030, becoming the majority of the world's consumers. These consumers are highly aware of the need to protect the environment, support ethical business practices and choose experiences that reflect their personal needs and values as well as brand, price, and convenience. To survive and prosper in this new world, organizations need to re-evaluate their consumer approach and re-engineer their enterprise processes and systems, delivering both business growth and sustainability outcomes.For Fujitsu, helping customers meet their SDG-related or sustainability business goals remains a guiding principle in its global offering development and execution.At NRF 2023 Fujitsu will be showing solutions which use technologies including AI, IoT, and blockchain to help shoppers test retailers' compliance with manufacturing and sourcing legislation, improve the time and effort expended in warehouse picking for home delivery, and help to monitor and reduce waste and energy consumption and also protect profit by preventing fraud across retail operations.Richard Clarke, Head of Global Sales, Consumer Industries at Fujitsu Limited, says: "At NRF 2023, Fujitsu's mission is to demonstrate how we enable our clients and end consumers to benefit from change using a combination of composable technologies and services, delivering great experiences and sustainable business outcomes. I encourage all attendees to stop by our booth to see and learn about what is changing at Fujitsu this year."About FujitsuFujitsu's purpose is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. As the digital transformation partner of choice for customers in over 100 countries, our 124,000 employees work to resolve some of the greatest challenges facing humanity. Our range of services and solutions draw on five key technologies: Computing, Networks, AI, Data & Security, and Converging Technologies, which we bring together to deliver sustainability transformation. Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) reported consolidated revenues of 3.6 trillion yen (US$32 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2022 and remains the top digital services company in Japan by market share. Find out more: www.fujitsu.com. Copyright 2023 JCN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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Fujitsu to provide AIST’s “ABCI,” the world’s largest computational infrastructure for AI processing via Fujitsu Computing as a Service (CaaS) JCN Newswire

Fujitsu to provide AIST’s “ABCI,” the world’s largest computational infrastructure for AI processing via Fujitsu Computing as a Service (CaaS)

December 23, 2022
TOKYO, Dec 23, 2022 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Fujitsu today announced that it will start to offer a wide range of GPU computing resource services for the AI Bridging Cloud Infrastructure ("ABCI")(1), the world's largest computational infrastructure for AI processing built and operated by Japan's National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (hereinafter AIST)(2) via Fujitsu Computing as a Service (hereinafter "CaaS"), Fujitsu's service portfolio that helps lower the barrier to access advanced computing and software technologies. Figure: Overall image of CaaSWith the new service, Fujitsu aims to support companies in accelerating their R&D activities and improve their productivity using AI and HPC technologies. Leveraging the extensive GPU computing resources of ABCI, Fujitsu will provide applications for CaaS that will contribute to the solution of a wide range of societal issues, including in fields like drug discovery, material analysis, logistics, and natural disaster simulation, thereby contributing to strengthening Japan's industrial competitiveness. Fujitsu plans to offer the new service to the Japanese market in April 2023.The new service will be launched as part of Fujitsu's vision for "Hybrid IT" to realize digital infrastructure for a connected society, a Key Focus Area under Fujitsu Uvance, Fujitsu's portfolio of global solutions to achieve a sustainable world.Accelerating the implementation of cutting-edge technologies in society and contributing to the enhancement of Japan's industrial competitivenessWith the aim to accelerate AI development in Japan, AIST in 2018 launched "ABCI", one of the world's largest computational infrastructures. ABCI has since been used by many Japanese companies with remarkable results. By providing ABCI's GPU computing resources via Fujitsu's CaaS, Fujitsu aims to enable more companies, including domestic Japanese companies that do not have specialized expertise, to utilize advanced and large-scale computing technologies, and ultimately to accelerate the social implementation of cutting-edge technologies and enhanced industrial competitiveness.Outline of CaaSFujitsu offers CaaS as a cloud service portfolio including high-performance computing (HPC) and AI technologies as well as Fujitsu's quantum-inspired Digital Annealer.By offering computational resources including ABCI's GPU and its world-class computational and data processing capabilities via CaaS, Fujitsu will enable users to perform rapid processing of large-scale simulations that could not be realized in conventional on-premise computing environments.Toshiaki Ariyama, SVP, Head of Uvance Core Technology Unit, Fujitsu Limited, comments:"To solve Japan's increasingly complex societal issues, cooperation between the public and private sectors is essential. I believe this initiative can serve as a role model for such cooperation. I am confident that through these efforts, Fujitsu will further accelerate the realization of a sustainable society in which everyone can realize their goals."Dr. Satoshi Sekiguchi, Senior Executive Officer, National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology, comments:"We launched ABCI in August 2018, and thanks to its high computing performance, it has been utilized in Japan's advanced AI R&D and application demonstrations. By incorporating ABCI into Fujitsu's services, we hope that ABCI will be used by more companies, and that its cutting-edge technology will contribute to the acceleration of social implementation."(1) AI Bridging Cloud Infrastructure :A service launched by AIST in August 2018 to promote the social implementation of AI as a large-scale AI cloud computing system that can be used by general enterprises.(2) National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology :Location: Chiyoda Ward, Tokyo, Japan; President and CEO: Kazuhiko IshimuraAbout FujitsuFujitsu's purpose is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. As the digital transformation partner of choice for customers in over 100 countries, our 124,000 employees work to resolve some of the greatest challenges facing humanity. Our range of services and solutions draw on five key technologies: Computing, Networks, AI, Data & Security, and Converging Technologies, which we bring together to deliver sustainability transformation. Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) reported consolidated revenues of 3.6 trillion yen (US$32 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2022 and remains the top digital services company in Japan by market share. Find out more: www.fujitsu.com. Copyright 2022 JCN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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Fujitsu Earns Top Rating from CDP in Climate Change, Water Security Categories JCN Newswire

Fujitsu Earns Top Rating from CDP in Climate Change, Water Security Categories

December 13, 2022
TOKYO, Dec 13, 2022 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Fujitsu Limited today announced that the Fujitsu Group has been selected for the CDP's A List for both climate change for the sixth year in a row and water security for the fourth year in a row, earning the highest rating in the CDP's evaluation of corporate activities in response to climate change and water security.CDP is an international non-profit organization that manages annual global disclosure for companies' activities relating to climate change, forests, and water security, on behalf of institutional investors that have total investment assets in excess of US $130 trillion (as of December 2022). The survey evaluates companies' outstanding efforts to demonstrate leadership in disclosing information, identifying and managing risks, addressing challenges, as well as setting ambitious and significant goals.The Fujitsu Group's Initiatives in Climate Change and Water Security In 2017, The Fujitsu Group laid out its medium- to long-term environmental vision, the Fujitsu Climate and Energy Vision, setting its goal to achieve zero carbon emissions by 2050. In April 2021, Fujitsu raised its greenhouse gas emissions reduction target for 2030 from a 33% reduction compared to FY 2013 to a 71.4% reduction. This reduction target has been certified as 1.5degC-aligned by SBTi(1).Utilizing AI and other advanced digital technologies to support innovation, Fujitsu is working to mitigate and adapt to the impacts of climate change through its business operations. Fujitsu ultimately aims to contribute to the realization of the common social goal of carbon neutrality and the construction of a more resilient infrastructure for society.In the area of water security, Fujitsu actively promotes the reduction of water consumption at its plants and the effective use of water resources through the recycling of pure water and the use of rainwater. Fujitsu further develops high-performance computing (HPC) and AI technologies to address societal issues including disaster prevention and mitigation and resilient urban development.Based on the "Fujitsu Group Environmental Action Plan (Stage X)", which outlines Fujitsu's environmental targets over the two-year period from FY 2021 to FY 2022, Fujitsu is working to minimize negative environmental impacts in the supply chain, while undertaking workstyle reforms and restructuring its business operations. To this end, Fujitsu has identified targets that address three key global societal challenges: climate change, resource circulation, and living in harmony with nature (conservation of biodiversity). The Fujitsu Group will continue to promote these initiatives to realize a sustainable world.(1) SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative) :An initiative jointly established by the United Nations Global Compact, the World Resources Institute (WRI: World Resources Institute), and other organizations in 2015.It encourages companies to set GHG emission reduction targets consistent with science-based evidence to the level required by the Paris Agreement, validating targets that comply with criteria including indirect emissions not only within the company but also in the supply chain.About FujitsuFujitsu's purpose is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. As the digital transformation partner of choice for customers in over 100 countries, our 124,000 employees work to resolve some of the greatest challenges facing humanity. Our range of services and solutions draw on five key technologies: Computing, Networks, AI, Data & Security, and Converging Technologies, which we bring together to deliver sustainability transformation. Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) reported consolidated revenues of 3.6 trillion yen (US$32 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2022 and remains the top digital services company in Japan by market share. Find out more: www.fujitsu.com. Copyright 2022 JCN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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Hexagon, Fujitsu support Stuttgart’s urban digital twin project JCN Newswire

Hexagon, Fujitsu support Stuttgart’s urban digital twin project

November 29, 2022
TOKYO, Nov 29, 2022 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Hexagon's Safety, Infrastructure & Geospatial division and Fujitsu Limited have partnered to deliver a digital twin platform for Stuttgart, Germany, to support the city's urban digital twin project. The Civil Engineering Office will use the SaaS solution to visualize and analyze data from IoT sensors across the city to promote sustainability and enhance quality of life for the 600,000 residents of Stuttgart.The solution will provide a common operating picture for monitoring sensor values, such as water quality, flood levels and parking space occupancy, enabling the city to derive insights for optimizing operations and making informed decisions for the future. The digital twin platform is based on Hexagon's M.App Enterprise and Xalt | Integration, with Fujitsu providing the necessary cloud infrastructure service for the project."The needs of our residents are very important to us," said Jens Schumacher, head of IT, Stuttgart Civil Engineering Office. "Stuttgart's Urban Digital Twin project will provide our office with a vast amount of mobility and environmental data, and the IoT analysis platform from Hexagon and Fujitsu will give us the ability to use that data to make smarter decisions for the good of our city.""Stuttgart is an exemplary model of how cities can solve today's most pressing urban challenges, such as sustainability, safety and mobility, through the use of real-time data analysis," said Maximillian Weber, senior vice president, EMEA, Hexagon's Safety, Infrastructure & Geospatial division. "We're proud to partner with Stuttgart and Fujitsu in putting data to work to ensure a better future for the city.""We are excited to grow our partnership with Hexagon to solve the challenges of cities. In collaboration with Hexagon, we will provide a service that enables real-time analysis of environmental data in Stuttgart and contributes to the improvement of services for residents. Our goal at Fujitsu is to realize our vision for a 'Trusted Society', a sustainable, resilient place where people can live together in peace and prosperity," commented Yoshinami Takahashi, EVP and vice-head of the Global Solution Business Group at Fujitsu Limited.The project with the City of Stuttgart is one of many collaborations between Hexagon and Fujitsu to solve urban sustainability challenges, including efforts to better manage and understand the impacts of shared mobility services in Germany, such as a project with the City of Munich.Details of the project will be presented during HxGN LIVE Japan.About HexagonHexagon is a global leader in digital reality solutions, combining sensor, software and autonomous technologies. We are putting data to work to boost efficiency, productivity, quality and safety across industrial, manufacturing, infrastructure, public sector and mobility applications. Our technologies are shaping production and people-related ecosystems to become increasingly connected and autonomous - ensuring a scalable, sustainable future. Hexagon's Safety, Infrastructure & Geospatial division improves the resilience and sustainability of the world's critical services and infrastructure. Our solutions turn complex data about people, places and assets into meaningful information and capabilities for better, faster decision-making in public safety, utilities, defense, transportation and government. Hexagon (Nasdaq Stockholm: HEXA B) has approximately 23,000 employees in 50 countries and net sales of approximately 4.3bn EUR. Learn more at hexagon.com and follow us @HexagonAB.About FujitsuFujitsu's purpose is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. As the digital transformation partner of choice for customers in over 100 countries, our 124,000 employees work to resolve some of the greatest challenges facing humanity. Our range of services and solutions draw on five key technologies: Computing, Networks, AI, Data & Security, and Converging Technologies, which we bring together to deliver sustainability transformation. Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) reported consolidated revenues of 3.6 trillion yen (US$32 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2022 and remains the top digital services company in Japan by market share. Find out more: www.fujitsu.com.Press Contacts:HexagonEmily Arnold Global Communications Manager Phone: +1 256.730.2582 E-mail: Emily.arnold@hexagon.comFujitsu LimitedPublic and Investor Relations Division Inquiries (www.fujitsu.com/global/about/resources/news/presscontacts/form/index.html) Copyright 2022 JCN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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Fujitsu and SettleMint embark on global strategic agreement to accelerate enterprise blockchain technology JCN Newswire

Fujitsu and SettleMint embark on global strategic agreement to accelerate enterprise blockchain technology

November 25, 2022
TOKYO, Nov 25, 2022 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Fujitsu Limited and SettleMint today announced that they have entered a global strategic agreement to accelerate the digital transformation (DX) of the Fujitsu Enterprise Blockchain and Track and Trust Solutions. To kick-start co-creation activities, Fujitsu has made a strategic investment in SettleMint through a fund managed by its subsidiary Fujitsu Ventures Limited.SettleMint and Fujitsu Limited decided to partner and accelerate the development and promotion of use cases to solve societal challenges and contribute to the realization of a shared vision of creating a sustainable world and solving social issues through innovation.Under the agreement, Fujitsu will also use the SettleMint high-performance low code Blockchain platform for customers in Japan and globally as part of the solutions portfolio of Fujitsu Uvance Digital Shifts. Fujitsu will additionally provide professional services to help SettleMint customers develop and operate new systems, as well as modernize their existing systems by leveraging the breadth and depth of knowledge built up in the Enterprise Blockchain and Track and Trust Solutions team of Fujitsu Uvance Digital Shifts.SettleMint and Fujitsu will work together to provide joint use cases, technology roadmaps, and solutions drawing on the digital experiences and solutions from both companies, including traceability solutions, trusted data processing, analytics, and advanced data transparency using blockchain technology."Our goal at SettleMint is to accelerate blockchain adoption for every organization, empowering them to innovate without barriers," comments Matthew Van Niekerk, Founder & CEO, SettleMint. "Partnering with Fujitsu will allow us to extend our reach and provide even greater value to customers around the world."Frederik De Breuck, Head of the Fujitsu Track & Trust Division adds, "The fast way to build, launch, integrate and monitor blockchain implementations with a high-performance low-code development environment of SettleMint fits in our portfolio strategy in the enterprise blockchain space. Over the past years, both teams have already collaborated on projects such as our AB InBbev 100% Transparency project. The way of working and the co-creation mindset on both technology and business topics is a recipe for success."From an industry perspective, this collaboration offers the potential to accelerate Fujitsu's experience, depth, and customer base in multiple industry verticals, including manufacturing, financial services, public sector, healthcare, and telecommunications.The new global partnership builds on both companies' work to trusted data, traceability, ESG, and sustainability challenges in Europe, Japan, and the rest of the world, including efforts to better manage and understand the impacts on customers and their increasingly complex ecosystems.About SettleMintSettleMint is a high-performance low-code platform for blockchain application development that empowers engineering teams to build, integrate and launch applications on web3 infrastructure. SettleMint is the answer to move rapidly and easily from use case concept to business case realization in a fraction of time and risk than any other solutions can offer.The SettleMint platform makes it easy for IT teams to deliver blockchain applications rapidly, taking a visual development approach to deploy nodes, create new or customize smart contract templates, integrate end user applications and program complex and data integration flows with the 4000+ pre-built, fully configurable connectors. The platform includes a suite of ready-to-use tools, frameworks, templates, and APIs to speed up the development of any blockchain use case.About FujitsuFujitsu's purpose is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. As the digital transformation partner of choice for customers in over 100 countries, our 124,000 employees work to resolve some of the greatest challenges facing humanity. Our range of services and solutions draw on five key technologies: Computing, Networks, AI, Data & Security, and Converging Technologies, which we bring together to deliver sustainability transformation. Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) reported consolidated revenues of 3.6 trillion yen (US$32 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2022 and remains the top digital services company in Japan by market share. Find out more: www.fujitsu.com.About Fujitsu VenturesFujitsu Ventures is a 100% subsidiary of Fujitsu Limited, and was established on March 1, 2021 as part of Fujitsu group's growth investments for the purpose of managing CVC funds that invest in startups and other businesses. www.fujitsu.com/jp/group/fjv/en/ Copyright 2022 JCN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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Supercomputer Fugaku retains first place worldwide in HPCG and Graph500 rankings JCN Newswire

Supercomputer Fugaku retains first place worldwide in HPCG and Graph500 rankings

November 15, 2022
TOKYO, Nov 15, 2022 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - The supercomputer Fugaku, jointly developed by RIKEN and Fujitsu, has successfully retained the top spot for six consecutive terms in multiple major high-performance computer rankings including HPCG and Graph500 BFS (Breadth-First Search), and has also taken second place for the TOP500 and third place for the HPL-AI rankings. The HPCG is a performance ranking for computing methods often used for real-world applications, and the Graph500 ranks systems based on graph analytic performance, an important element in data-intensive workloads. The results of the rankings were announced on November 14 at the SC22, the International Conference for High Performance Computing, Networking, Storage and Analysis, which is currently being held in Dallas, the United States.Supercomputer FugakuThe results this time were made with Fugaku's full complement of 158,976 nodes fit into 432 racks. On HPCG, it scored 16.00 petaflops. On the TOP500, it achieved a LINPACK score of 442.01 petaflops, and on HPL-AI it gained a score of 2.004 exaflops.The top ranking on Graph500 was won by a collaboration involving RIKEN, Kyushu University, Fixstars Corporation, and Fujitsu. It earned a score of 102,955 gigaTEPS.Fugaku has been creating impressive results at the social implementation level in a wide range of fields, including life sciences, disaster prevention and mitigation, energy, manufacturing, basic science, and socioeconomic applications, since its trial use started in April 2020 and the shared use started in March 2021.Fujitsu launched a cloud service Fujitsu Computing as a Service (CaaS) on October 25 in Japan. This service makes it easy for anyone, not only professional engineers, to use advanced computing resources based on Fugaku and other HPC technologies, as well as Fujitsu's quantum-inspired Digital Annealer, which solves combinatorial optimization problems rapidly, and software technologies such as AI.Moving forward, Fujitsu will continue to collaborate with customers to accelerate initiatives leveraging the technological capabilities offered by its CaaS platform to contribute to the solution of issues facing society, including infectious disease countermeasures, personnel shortages in transportation and delivery, and the development of new high-performance materials.About FujitsuFujitsu's purpose is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. As the digital transformation partner of choice for customers in over 100 countries, our 124,000 employees work to resolve some of the greatest challenges facing humanity. Our range of services and solutions draw on five key technologies: Computing, Networks, AI, Data & Security, and Converging Technologies, which we bring together to deliver sustainability transformation. Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) reported consolidated revenues of 3.6 trillion yen (US$32 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2022 and remains the top digital services company in Japan by market share. Find out more: www.fujitsu.com. Copyright 2022 JCN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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Fujitsu launches “Fujitsu Computing as a Service (CaaS)” in Japan, new global co-creation partner program JCN Newswire

Fujitsu launches “Fujitsu Computing as a Service (CaaS)” in Japan, new global co-creation partner program

October 25, 2022
TOKYO, Oct 25, 2022 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Fujitsu today announced that it started to offer "Fujitsu Computing as a Service" (hereinafter CaaS), its service portfolio to deliver customers access to world-leading computing technologies via the public cloud to the Japanese market, with global roll out to follow in fiscal 2023.Figure 1: Overview over the CaaS service lineupFigure 2: 12 startups currently participating in the programFujitsu simultaneously launched the "Fujitsu Accelerator Program for CaaS," a new global partner program that aims to provide prompt solutions to societal issues including labor shortage in the logistics business, countermeasures to infectious diseases and the development of new highly functional materials by co-creating use cases on the CaaS platform with innovative companies such as startups.Fujitsu's new cloud services include "Fujitsu Computing as a Service HPC" (hereinafter CaaS HPC) as well as "Fujitsu Computing as a Service Digital Annealer" (hereinafter CaaS Digital Annealer) for developing and running simulations, AI technologies and combinatorial optimization applications. The launch also includes "Fujitsu Computing as a Service Technical Consulting Services" (hereinafter CaaS Technical Consulting Services) that support the selection of the optimum environment according to the characteristics of customers' applications and their acceleration.Fujitsu is providing these services as part of its vision for "Hybrid IT" to realize a new digital infrastructure for a connected society, a Key Focus Area under Fujitsu Uvance, Fujitsu's portfolio of global solutions to achieve a sustainable world.Moving forward, Fujitsu will collaborate with external cloud providers to strengthen its environment and enhance its services by expanding the applications offered under CaaS, aiming for an expansion of the service to the global market in fiscal 2023.Outline "Fujitsu Computing as a Service" ("CaaS") and "Fujitsu Accelerator Program for CaaS"1. Outline of CaaSFujitsu offers CaaS as a cloud service portfolio that enables Fujitsu and its customers to jointly develop and implement applications and services using cutting-edge computing and software technologies. The CaaS portfolio includes high-performance computing (HPC) technologies and Fujitsu's Quantum-Inspired Digital Annealer (1) as cloud services as well as technical consulting services.(1) "CaaS HPC"Via CaaS HPC, users will have access to: the computing power of the "Fujitsu Supercomputer PRIMEHPC FX1000," (hereinafter PRIMEHPC FX1000) which shares the same CPU at the heart of the supercomputer Fugaku (2); a PC cluster with a high-performance Intel CPU (3); and a PC cluster with a high-performance Intel CPU and NVIDIA GPU (4) to develop and run simulations and AI applications.(2) "CaaS Digital Annealer"Via CaaS Digital Annealer, users will be able to use Fujitsu's Quantum-Inspired Digital Annealer that solves complex combinatorial optimization problems at speeds not possible with current conventional computing technologies. CaaS Digital Annealer will offer quick and accurate solutions to combinatorial optimization problems from a wide area including distribution and production planning, drug development, and the search of new materials.(3) "CaaS Technical Consulting Services"Fujitsu will support customers in choosing the best solution for the development and implementation of applications by offering them the computing power of the PRIMEHPC FX1000, PC clusters, or Fujitsu's Digital Annealer.In order to further enhance the safety of Fujitsu CaaS services, Fujitsu further aims to provide "Fujitsu Computing as a Service Data e-TRUST" (5) that provides a high level of security for exchange and utilization of data between companies and individual users by the end of fiscal 2022.Masafumi Ito, Group General Manager, Corporate and Manufacturing IT Group of TOYOTA SYSTEMS CORPORATION (6), comments:"Toyota Systems Corporation has started practical application of Fujitsu's Digital Annealer - one of the core services of CaaS - to the optimization of vehicle production sequences at Toyota Motor Corporation's production plants. CaaS embodies Fujitsu's vision of a sustainable future. Our expectations are high that CaaS will be used in a wide range of industries and areas in the future, which will lead to further technological development and expansion of services."Eric Capodanno, CTO of Phytocontrol Group (7), comments:"For the past two years, Phytocontrol and Fujitsu have been building flexible, easy-to-use, and accurate AI solutions that revolutionize contaminant analysis in the agro-food business, accelerate processes, and eliminate human errors. Applying CaaS to our chromatography (8) -related work will require continuous learning to improve the accuracy of various AI models and further cutting edge computational resources. CaaS provides a strong, secure and flexible environment that we believe will accelerate our broad range of operations."2. Overview of the new "Fujitsu Accelerator Program for CaaS"On October 25, Fujitsu further launched the Fujitsu Accelerator Program for CaaS with the aim of finding prompt solutions to societal issues by promoting co-creation of new use cases on the CaaS platform with innovative startups both in Japan and overseas who share the same values that Fujitsu Uvance stands for. By promoting co-creation with various partners, Fujitsu aims to further enhance the value of solutions offered under Fujitsu Uvance. As a "Fujitsu Accelerator Program for CaaS Co-Creation Partner," participating startups will receive various benefits including free access to CaaS services, dedicated engineer support and training, and use case creation through joint development.In collaboration with startups in Japan and overseas, Fujitsu aims to co-create CaaS use cases in various fields including Web 3.0, healthcare, manufacturing, and logistics. In order to further strengthen and accelerate the establishment of the startup ecosystem through CaaS, Fujitsu will collaborate with startup support organizations worldwide that are acting as a hub connecting startups and companies.Comments from the following 12 startups that are currently participating in this program and 1 startup support organization are provided in the attachment.- Startups Anifie, Inc., GRID INC., HIKKY Co., Ltd., Infinite Foundry, Lda, Inc., Kashika, Inc., KOGASOFTWARE Inc., Kyoto Fusioneering Ltd., Japan Research Activity Support, Inc., Pocket RD Inc., Qubit Pharmaceuticals, SAS, Waylay NV- Startup support organization Unknown Group BV(1) Digital Annealer:Information processing technology based on domain oriented computer architecture (a basic design of a computer consisting of memory and arithmetic circuits) that specializes in solving combinatorial optimization problems that are difficult to solve with current general-purpose computers.(2) Supercomputer Fugaku:A computer installed at RIKEN as a successor to the K computer. From June 2020 to November 2021, it ranked first in 4 categories in the supercomputer rankings for 4 consecutive terms. Full operation started on March 9, 2021.(3) Intel K.K.:President: Kunimasa Suzuki; Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Japan.(4) NVIDIA GK:Location: Minato-ku, Tokyo; Japan Country Manager, VP Worldwide Field Operations: Masataka Osaki.(5) CaaS Data e-TRUST:Data e-TRUST adds Fujitsu's IDentitY eXchange (IDYX) and Chain Data Lineage (CDL) technologies for secure data exchange and utilization trust functions to Fujitsu CaaS. Data e-TRUST provides advanced data security and ensures the authenticity and security of data exchange between different systems and services.(6) Toyota Systems Corporation:President: Hiroaki Kitazawa; Headquarters: Nakamura-ku, Nagoya, Japan.(7) Phytocontrol Group:Founder and CEO: Mikael Bresson; Headquarters: Nimes, Frances.(8) Chromatography:A general term for the separation and analysis of the components of compounds in substances. Since the elution time is different for each component, each component is separated and detected.About FujitsuFujitsu's purpose is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. As the digital transformation partner of choice for customers in over 100 countries, our 124,000 employees work to resolve some of the greatest challenges facing humanity. Our range of services and solutions draw on five key technologies: Computing, Networks, AI, Data & Security, and Converging Technologies, which we bring together to deliver sustainability transformation. Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) reported consolidated revenues of 3.6 trillion yen (US$32 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2022 and remains the top digital services company in Japan by market share. Find out more: www.fujitsu.com. Copyright 2022 JCN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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Fujitsu, Toyota Systems leverage Fujitsu’s Quantum-Inspired Digital Annealer to streamline automobile production sequence JCN Newswire

Fujitsu, Toyota Systems leverage Fujitsu’s Quantum-Inspired Digital Annealer to streamline automobile production sequence

October 21, 2022
TOKYO, Oct 21, 2022 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Fujitsu Limited and Toyota Systems Corporation (hereinafter Toyota Systems) today announced the launch of a new automobile production instruction system at Toyota Motor Corporation's (1) Tsutsumi plant leveraging Fujitsu's Quantum-Inspired Digital Annealer technology (2).The Digital Annealer offers users access to powerful combinatorial optimization problem-solving capabilities for challenges that prove difficult for conventional hardware, and Toyota Systems and Fujitsu previously used the technology in 2020 in a project to optimize supply chain and logistics network operations essential to support automobile production. The latest project represents the first use case in Japan in which Fujitsu's Digital Annealer technology has been applied to streamline automobile production operations.The new system enables efficient and high-speed solution searching by utilizing constraint processing technology to express complex business constraints in equations and inequalities, a proprietary technology available since the third generation of the Digital Annealer--the processing technology was developed by Fujitsu Research based on its long-time expertise in the manufacturing industry.The new vehicle production instruction system will enable Toyota Motor Corporation to respond quickly to production fluctuations and also reduce the workload of its employees. Moving forward, Toyota Systems and Fujitsu plan to expand the system to Toyota Motor Corporation's other plants in Japan and, in the future, to Toyota Motor Corporation's overseas plants.From October 2022, Fujitsu will commercially launch its "Fujitsu Computing as a Service (below, CaaS)" service portfolio in Japan, which delivers advanced computing technologies such as the Digital Annealer and software technologies to regular commercial users, lowering the barrier to access high performance computing resources and technologies like AI. Fujitsu plans to roll-out the service globally to markets outside of Japan from fiscal 2023.Through the new technology developed for this project, Toyota Systems aims to realize a safe, secure and comfortable mobility society by supporting Toyota Motor Corporation's IT based business transformation.Fujitsu is committed to providing optimal IT environments and solutions that meet customers' diverse needs under its portfolio of global solutions to realize a sustainable world, "Fujitsu Uvance."(1) Toyota Motor Corporation:President and Representative Director: Akio Toyoda; Head Office: Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture, Japan.(2) Quantum-inspired technology:A number of acceleration technologies inspired by quantum technology, but not quantum effects.About FujitsuFujitsu's purpose is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. As the digital transformation partner of choice for customers in over 100 countries, our 124,000 employees work to resolve some of the greatest challenges facing humanity. Our range of services and solutions draw on five key technologies: Computing, Networks, AI, Data & Security, and Converging Technologies, which we bring together to deliver sustainability transformation. Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) reported consolidated revenues of 3.6 trillion yen (US$32 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2022 and remains the top digital services company in Japan by market share. Find out more: www.fujitsu.com.About Toyota SystemsToyota Systems is an IT solutions company established in Jan. 2019 by merging 3 different Toyota IT subsidiaries. The mission of the company is to support Toyota Motor Corporation and its group companies by developing innovative IT solutions and, by doing so, to contribute to develop the mobility society of the future. The number of the employees is approximately 3,000 and its support covers most of the Toyota's main business areas such as R&D, production, logistics, sales, administration etc... For more information, please see www.toyotasystems.com/en/. Copyright 2022 JCN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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Fujitsu Spain receives 9th award of the “Fundación Consejo España-Japón” (Spain-Japan Foundation) JCN Newswire

Fujitsu Spain receives 9th award of the “Fundación Consejo España-Japón” (Spain-Japan Foundation)

October 5, 2022
TOKYO, Oct 5, 2022 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Fujitsu today announced that its Spanish subsidiary, Fujitsu Spain, was awarded the 9th award of the Fundación Consejo España-Japón (Spain-Japan Foundation, hereinafter FCEJ)(1) in recognition of its energetic business development and strong commitment to Spanish society and its continuous efforts in promoting the country's digitalization.Fujitsu Spain, which was established in 1973, will celebrate the 50th anniversary of its foundation in 2023.As a DX company, Fujitsu Spain will continue to strengthen its cooperation with the country to promote businesses focused on solving societal issues.Josep Piqué, President of the FCEJ comments:"Fujitsu Spain will celebrate its 50th anniversary in 2023, and has become one of the Japanese companies that has contributed the most to Spain over the years. Fujitsu is a global leader in providing the necessary know-how in digital transformation to advanced economies. I would like to express my sincere congratulations on Fujitsu's energetic business development and contribution to society."About the FCEJ AwardSince 2011, the FCEJ presents annual awards to individuals and organizations in Spain and Japan who have contributed to the promotion of deeper knowledge and relations between the two countries in various fields.The award ceremony will be held at the 22nd Foro España-Japón (Spain-Japan Forum) at the Keihanna Science City (2) on October 5, 2022.Fujitsu, 50 years of history and experience in Spain- 1973: First office established in Madrid; started to provide solutions for public and financial institutions- 1984: Established a factory in Malaga to manufacture ATMs for the global market- 1996: Started production of automotive components- 2016: Established European big data analytics center in Madrid- 2022: Provided environment for the use of Fujitsu's quantum-inspired Digital Annealer to the Madrid University of Technology(1) Fundación Consejo España-Japón (Spain Japan Foundation) :Head Office: Spain Madrid; President: Josep Pique(2) Keihanna Science City :Located in the Keihanna hills stretching over the three prefectures of Kyoto, Osaka, and Nara; constructed and maintained under the Kansai Science City Construction Act. Along with 'Tsukuba Science City' in East Japan, Keihanna Science city is positioned as a national project, having a total area of approximately 15,000 hectares, within which 12 cultural and academic research zones (approximately 3,600 hectares) are distributed.About FujitsuFujitsu's purpose is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. As the digital transformation partner of choice for customers in over 100 countries, our 124,000 employees work to resolve some of the greatest challenges facing humanity. Our range of services and solutions draw on five key technologies: Computing, Networks, AI, Data & Security, and Converging Technologies, which we bring together to deliver sustainability transformation. Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) reported consolidated revenues of 3.6 trillion yen (US$32 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2022 and remains the top digital services company in Japan by market share. Find out more: www.fujitsu.com. Copyright 2022 JCN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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Fujitsu highlights technologies to realize its vision for a sustainable world at CEATEC 2022 JCN Newswire

Fujitsu highlights technologies to realize its vision for a sustainable world at CEATEC 2022

September 30, 2022
TOKYO, Sep 30, 2022 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Fujitsu today announced that it will exhibit a technology and business showcase of its latest innovations and vision for Fujitsu Uvance at "CEATEC 2022," the annual cutting-edge IT & comprehensive electronics exhibition at Makuhari Messe (Chiba Prefecture, Japan) from October 18 to October 21, 2022. Fujitsu's booth will be located in Hall 8 of the venue.Fujitsu will reveal how it can address customers' business challenges and contribute to the solution of societal issues through an exploration of three major themes: "supporting society," "supporting the economy," and "supporting daily life." Visitors will see in detail how these themes ultimately contribute to the realization of Fujitsu's vision for "Fujitsu Uvance," a portfolio of global solutions to realize a sustainable world.Highlights of Fujitsu's exhibit this year will include a traffic optimization project to reduce CO2 emissions leveraging social digital twin technology based on actual traffic data from London, as well as an interactive space where participants can analyze their golf skills with Fujitsu's 3D sensing technology for marker-less analysis and digitalization of complex movements.CEATEC 2022 will center on the following theme: "Facilitating the realization of Society 5.0, designed to further economic development and the solution of social problems, people, technology, and information from all industries and sectors will gather to envision the future through 'co-creation.'" CEATEC 2022 promises to deliver participants a dynamic, hybrid event experience, offering for the first time ever a combination of in-person and virtual elements. In addition to its booth, Fujitsu will also offer visitors the chance to experience its technologies and use cases as part of CEATEC's virtual event from October 1 to October 31, 2022.Registration (in person & virtual event): www.ceatec.com/en/Outline of the exhibitionFirst zone: "Supporting society"- Social Digital Twin (1) - creating a living digital model of society as a whole Fujitsu will showcase a traffic optimization project to create simulations to reduce urban CO2 emissions based on traffic data from London. This technology leverages converging technologies (2) to make highly accurate predictions of human behavior and create digital reproductions of society to visualize future actions and possible risks, and to support the formulation of various countermeasures. In the "Supporting society" zone, Fujitsu further plans to present data-driven initiatives to improve equipment maintenance for private enterprises.Second zone: "Supporting the economy"- Realizing smart monozukuri and 3D future factories with Cyber Physical System (CPS) (3)Fujitsu will present manufacturing processes from planning to production in the virtual domain. Fujitsu also offers participants VR experiences of smart monozukuri and future factories realized with CPS. Realizing smart monozukuri and 3D future factories represents an initiative of "Sustainable Manufacturing," one of the Key Focus Areas of Fujitsu Uvance to achieve growth through the coexistence of people and the earth. - Creating a future connected by 5G Focusing on future work styles, Fujitsu will showcase a work style reform project that utilizes 5G and video based high-precision positioning technology as part of its initiatives to digitize the workplace for labor saving and automation.Third Zone: "Supporting daily life"- Motion analysis with human digital twin technology to enhance daily life Fujitsu will present its 3D sensing technology for marker-less analysis and digitalization of complex human body movements (4) that is also utilized in Fujitsu's proprietary sensing technology for real-time quantification of athletes' movements. Using this technology, Fujitsu will further offer participants the chance to analyze their golf swings at the venue. - Unified commerce for consumer-friendly recommendations Fujitsu will further offer participants the opportunity to experience unified commerce (5), a new type of purchasing experience where individual customers receive personalized recommendations via a smartphone app during daily shopping. This project represents an initiative of "Consumer Experience," one of the key focus areas of Fujitsu Uvance to support a variety of personalized purchasing experiences.CEATEC 2022 event overview1. PeriodIn person event: October 18, 2022 (Tuesday) to October 21, 2022 (Friday)10:00 to 17:00 JST Virtual event: October 1, 2022 (Saturday) - October 31 (Monday)2. Venue (in person event):Makuhari Messe, 2-1 Nakase, Mihama Ward, Chiba City, Chiba Prefecture 261-0023, Japan; Fujitsu booth: Hall 83. CEATEC official website:details of the event will be released on the following website: https://www.ceatec.com/en/. Prior application via the official website is required.4. Fujitsu CEATEC 2022 website:https://event.jp.fujitsu.com/ceatec/ (in Japanese) Outline virtual eventThe virtual event will feature an overview of Fujitsu Uvance.(1) Social Digital Twin:A group of technologies to digitally reproduce the relationships and connections between people, goods, the economy and society to offer a simulation, prediction and decision making environment in which to solve diverse and complex social issues.(2) Converging technologies: Advanced technologies that combine computer sciences and knowledge from the humanities and social sciences, aiming to solve diverse and complex issues.(3) Cyber Physical System:A system that collects data in the real (physical) world and provides feedback on the results and values of analysis in cyberspace to achieve a high-level fusion of physical and cyber technologies for solving societal issues.(4) 3D sensing technology for marker-less analysis and digitalization of complex human body movements:A technique used in the visual field to record the movement of the human body as digital information without using markers.(5) Unified commerce:A marketing method that adds real-time elements to the omnichannel strategy utilizing multiple channels.About FujitsuFujitsu's purpose is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. As the digital transformation partner of choice for customers in over 100 countries, our 124,000 employees work to resolve some of the greatest challenges facing humanity. Our range of services and solutions draw on five key technologies: Computing, Networks, AI, Data & Security, and Converging Technologies, which we bring together to deliver sustainability transformation. Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) reported consolidated revenues of 3.6 trillion yen (US$32 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2022 and remains the top digital services company in Japan by market share. Find out more: www.fujitsu.com. Copyright 2022 JCN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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Fujitsu, Tohoku University embark on strategic alliance to realize ‘Well-being Society’ JCN Newswire

Fujitsu, Tohoku University embark on strategic alliance to realize ‘Well-being Society’

September 26, 2022
TOKYO, Sep 26, 2022 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Fujitsu Limited and Tohoku University today announced the start of a strategic alliance to accelerate the shift towards preventive healthcare and the realization of a 'Well-being Society' in which no one will be left behind.Within their joint project, the two parties will cooperate on the development of new technologies including digital twins(1) in healthcare to visualize simulations of the prevention and treatment of diseases and an AI technology to predict the onset and severity of diseases based on healthcare data such as EMRs(2) and PHRs(3).Researchers at Tohoku University Hospital will cooperate with business experts and combine its outstanding knowledge of advanced medical care, research results from its Academic Science Unit (ASU)(4) and its Open Bed Lab (OBL)(5) with Fujitsu's cutting-edge technologies, R&D capabilities and healthcare infrastructure environment and business know-how including Japan's top share electronic medical record system provided by Fujitsu Japan(6).Tohoku University and Fujitsu aim to promote initiatives that allow individuals to work towards their own personal health image and to contribute to the realization of a framework where a variety of medical services are provided in an organized way throughout the whole community in order to contribute to the early detection and prevention of frailty spirals(7), a syndrome in which health conditions deteriorate due to a negative cycle caused by a variety of causes such as a lack of physical exercise and malnutrition.This initiative will be demonstrated at the Fujitsu ActivateNow 2022 special session which will be held online by Fujitsu on Tuesday, October 4 (15:35 to 16:35 JST, held in Japanese).Outline of the joint research1. Development of digital twin technology to optimize decisions and processesAs part of their joint research, Tohoku University and Fujitsu will develop digital twin technology to be applied in the following areas:(a) Digital twins to support optimal provision of health services to patients- creation of digital twins (virtual images) of patients based on patient medical data and information obtained from diverse test instruments and wearable devices.- various real-time data will be collected and added to the digital twin on a daily basis to support doctors in accurately and quickly capturing patients' symptoms, make decisions about the best treatment, drug regimens, and surgical procedures for each patient.(b) Digital twins to support hospital management- integration of hospital staff personnel information, work information, financial information, and the operating status of medical devices (in addition to medical data accumulated in the electronic medical record system) to enable a real-time monitoring of the operating status of hospital beds and future simulations, support the optimization of daily operations and resources of the hospital and improve the utilization of operation rooms and other medical facilities.(c) Digital twins to support health promotion and disease prevention of local residents- development of digital twin technology to predict and visualize future health conditions based on medical history, health examination results and daily life habits and provide information to local residents to enable everybody to live a healthy lifestyle in a world of extended life spans.- utilization of digital twins in cooperation with local governments and health insurance organizations to encourage local residents to change their behavior towards health promotion and disease prevention and support of the development of systems that contribute to the reduction of national medical expenses.2. Development of AI model to detect possible diseasesTohoku University and Fujitsu will develop an AI model able to detect even small anomalies that can be indicators for diseases from medical data in order to realize efficient diagnosis support in the medical field. The two parties will apply this AI model to health care data including individual patients' daily diet and exercise data to inform patients about changes in their health conditions and encourage early health examinations at medical institutions. In developing this AI model, Tohoku University and Fujitsu will leverage medical data accumulated by the Tohoku University Hospital since the start of the predecessor of the electronic medical record system in 1990, advice provided by the hospital's advanced specialists and business liaison personnel utilizing design thinking to identify needs and create new businesses, as well as Fujitsu's AI technology.3. Development of infrastructure and data analytics method for practical data utilizationIn addition to the development of a new data base for analyzing large amounts of medical data and health examination information that exist in various data formats as well as personal daily lifelogs, the two parties will further develop a new data analysis method for solving social issues by structuring accumulated data into a data format that can be analyzed. By making the established data base available to various healthcare-related companies such as pharmaceutical and insurance companies, Tohoku University and Fujitsu further aim to develop a data circulation type ecosystem that contributes to the creation of new medical services and products and can be used to pass on knowledge gained from these processes to hospitals and individuals.Proactive human resource exchanges and mutual use of R&D facilities to develop new medical servicesTo realize application of the newly developed technologies in real world scenarios, the two parties will promote personnel transfer between Tohoku University and Fujitsu, mutual use of research and development facilities as well as field studies by interns from Tohoku University. Tohoku University and Fujitsu will further promote active usage of Tohoku University Hospital's ASU to contribute to the development of new medical services based on design thinking. In this way, Fujitsu and Tohoku University aim to create human-centered experiences (experience design) based on diversified individual values that differ from conventional manufacturing approaches that focus on technological improvement and increased performance. The two parties will further nurture next-generation data scientists, AI engineers, and other next-generation human resources with medical knowledge and digital technology skills to realize new innovations in the healthcare field.Future PlansIn order to realize its "Tohoku University Vision 2030(8)" in an ever changing world, Tohoku University will realize a virtuous cycle of "education," "research," and "co-creation with society" at a higher level by innovating university management, such as improving productivity through innovation and reforms to create diverse work styles, based on its traditional principles and outstanding education and research. As a university that works together with society, Tohoku University will create new social value and lead reforms that open the way for the future.Fujitsu will work with universities and other educational and research institutions as well as medical institutions, pharmaceutical companies, and medical device manufacturers to build a digital health ecosystem in which a wide range of data can be effectively linked and used with the latest digital technology to enable the provision of personalized healthcare throughout the entire life cycle. This project will play a role in its vision for Healthy Living, a Key Focus Area under the Fujitsu Uvance portfolio of global solutions to realize a sustainable future. Fujitsu will utilize the results of this joint research in the development of new solution services and platforms that help to realize a "Well-being Society," with the aim of providing new value to customers from a wide range of areas, including medical institutions, local governments, insurance business, and pharmaceutical companies.(1) Digital Twin: A group of technologies that digitally reproduce real world information in real time.(2) EMR: Electric Medical Record(3) PHR: Abbreviation of Personal Health Record. A system in which individuals accumulate and manage their own medical information and other health-related information. Refers to disclosure that can be controlled by an individual.(4) ASU: Abbreviation of Academic Science Unit. Researchers from companies promoted by Tohoku University Hospital enter the medical field and conduct on-site observations. A program that explores needs, applies design thinking, and finds development targets. www.asu.crieto.hosp.tohoku.ac.jp/ (in Japanese)(5) OBL: OPEN BED Lab. Research and development initiative established and operated by Tohoku University Hospital. The initiative aims to provide companies with a demonstration environment and other resources to incorporate the viewpoint of medical practice into joint research and development projects with private enterprises. www.shp.hosp.tohoku.ac.jp/OBL/ (in Japanese)(6) Fujitsu Japan Co., Ltd.: Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; COO and Representative Director of the Board: Takayuki Sunada.(7) Frailty spiral: Frailty refers to a state of weakness between "healthy" and "in need of nursing care," in which, although not a disease, muscle strength and mental and physical vitality decrease with age, making it more likely to require nursing care. The "frailty-spiral" is a series of three frailties: "physical frailty," such as reduced mobility due to muscle weakness; "mental and psychological frailty," such as depression and mild dementia; and "social frailty," such as living alone or in financial poverty.(8) Tohoku University Vision 2030: Challenging vision of Tohoku University looking ahead to the year 2030. The key is to realize a virtuous cycle of "education," "research," and "co-creation with society" at a higher level by innovating university management based on the three traditional principles of Tohoku University. www.tohoku.ac.jp/japanese/profile/vision/01/vision002030/ (in Japanese) Copyright 2022 JCN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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Fujitsu and Phytocontrol to collaborate on offering food contaminant analysis service via Fujitsu Computing as a Service (CaaS) JCN Newswire

Fujitsu and Phytocontrol to collaborate on offering food contaminant analysis service via Fujitsu Computing as a Service (CaaS)

September 16, 2022
TOKYO, Sep 16, 2022 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Fujitsu today announced the start of a strategic collaboration with Phytocontrol Group (hereinafter Phytocontrol)(1), French leader in contaminant analysis for environmental and food safety. In August, the two companies signed a memorandum of understanding, and as part of this cooperation Fujitsu and Phytocontrol will develop chromatography(2) analysis services supported by artificial intelligence.Figure: Image of the serviceThese services aim to contribute to ensuring food safety by speeding up and improving the accuracy of contaminant analysis in the food industry and to contribute to the digital transformation (DX) of various analytical business processes by expanding services based on this analysis technology to other industries including healthcare and cosmetics on a global level.Together, Fujitsu and Phytocontrol will offer end to end AI chromatography analysis technology via "Fujitsu Computing as a Service" (CaaS) - Fujitsu's service portfolio that makes advanced computing technologies available to users via the cloud - to provide chromatography analysis services to food companies, distributors, and regulators over the world. Fujitsu and Phytocontrol aim to start provision of the new service during fiscal 2023.This collaboration with Phytocontrol is an element in Fujitsu's ongoing commitment to providing optimal IT environments and solutions that meet the diverse needs of customers under Fujitsu Uvance, its global business brand to realize a sustainable world.Global food crisis: growing need for food securityThe ever-worsening global food crisis remains an ongoing issue, as approximately 400,000 people worldwide die each year from the consumption of contaminated food(3). To this end, food safety and ensuring that contaminants and pollutants do not enter the food production and supply chain represents an important task. However, the fast and accurate analysis of contaminants in food gained in importance in recent years due to increasing numbers of a variety of contaminants in food and the need to analyze a growing number of different food samples.To address this issue, Fujitsu and Phytocontrol in 2020 developed a system integrating Fujitsu's AI technology that automates the process of contaminants analyses in food and water. The AI system is not only able to accelerate analysis time from the extraction of raw data per sample to the verification of results by a factor of 5, but can also reduce human errors, improving operational efficiency and accuracy significantly(4).Based on these efforts, Fujitsu and Phytocontrol started further cooperation to offer their AI based analysis system as a service via Fujitsu's CaaS to provide advanced and easy-to-use technology to a wide range of players in the food industry.Outline of Collaboration1. Global provision of CaaS component analysis services for food contaminationFujitsu's CaaS encompasses advanced computing resources like Fujitsu's quantum inspired Digital Annealer technology, the computing technology of supercomputer Fugaku, and software applications that allow a wide range of users to solve problems with AI and machine learning via the cloud. Fujitsu CaaS will be available to the Japanese market in October 2022 and expanded to the global market during fiscal 2023. As part of their collaboration, Fujitsu and Phytocontrol will build a food contaminant component analysis service that they aim to provide to a wide variety of stakeholders, including food companies, distributors, and regulatory authorities via Fujitsu's CaaS. The two companies aim to support fast and accurate analysis of contaminant components in the food industry and to contribute to ensuring food safety.2. Expansion into other industries including healthcare and cosmeticsThe two companies plan to apply services based on AI chromatography analysis technology to a wide range of industries besides the food industry, including healthcare and cosmetics and plan to offer services to the European and global market. In this way, Fujitsu and Phytocontrol aim to not only ensure safety in the food industry, but also to contribute to solving issues in various industries by promoting DX.Toshiaki Ariyama, SVP, Head of Uvance Core Technology Unit, Fujitsu Limited, comments:Through this strategic collaboration, we look forward to providing a wide range of cloud services via "CaaS" based on Phytocontrol and Fujitsu's accumulated technologies and know-how. Together, we aim to deliver a service that ensures the safety of food and water, supports people's lives, and contributes to the realization of a sustainable society.Mikael Bresson, Founder and CEO of Phytocontrol Group comments:We are successfully working with Fujitsu for more than 2 years now to digitalize our production processes. We believe that the "Fujitsu Computing as a Service" (CaaS) is a very good opportunity to speed-up and scale-up our collaboration to grow our business with fast and reliable chromatography analysis using artificial intelligence around the world.(1) Phytocontrol Group :Headquarters: Nimes, Frances; Founder and CEO: Mikael Bresson. Phytocontrol Group purpose is to guarantee the safety of food and the environment by providing innovative technical solutions and complete support for laboratory analyses, regulatory monitoring and training, quality audits and digital traceability. Its teams of specialists are structured around 3 markets AgriFood (food processing), Waters (hydrology) and BioPharma (Good Laboratory Practice studies) to meet the health safety needs of all types of clients. Phytocontrol thus strives to guarantee local support and a quality service that sets itself apart in terms of responsiveness and reliability. Find out more: www.phytocontrol.com(2) Chromatography :A general term for the separation and analysis of the components of compounds in substances. Since the elution time is different for each component, each component is separated and detected.(3) Approximately 400,000 people worldwide die each year from the consumption of contaminated food :(Source) World Health Organization (WHO) "Estimating the burden of foodborne diseases"(4) Fujitsu / Phytocontrol use caseAbout FujitsuFujitsu's purpose is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. As the digital transformation partner of choice for customers in over 100 countries, our 124,000 employees work to resolve some of the greatest challenges facing humanity. Our range of services and solutions draw on five key technologies: Computing, Networks, AI, Data & Security, and Converging Technologies, which we bring together to deliver sustainability transformation. Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) reported consolidated revenues of 3.6 trillion yen (US$32 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2022 and remains the top digital services company in Japan by market share. Find out more: www.fujitsu.com. Copyright 2022 JCN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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Fujitsu showcases global vision for driving sustainability transformation through digital innovation at Fujitsu ActivateNow 2022 JCN Newswire

Fujitsu showcases global vision for driving sustainability transformation through digital innovation at Fujitsu ActivateNow 2022

September 2, 2022
TOKYO, Sep 2, 2022 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Fujitsu today announced that it will host its global flagship online event, Fujitsu ActivateNow 2022 on October 4, 2022 (Japan, Europe, and the Americas) and October 12, 2022 (Asia and Oceania), highlighting its vision, technology, and case studies for promoting Sustainability Transformation through digital innovation to various stakeholders, including society, customers, partners, and next-generation leaders.This year, under the theme of "Driving Sustainability Transformation through Digital Innovation", the event will feature global programs including keynote speeches by Fujitsu Group CEO and CDXO Takahito Tokita and CTO Vivek Mahajan, panel sessions by special guest speakers, as well as regional programs hosted by company leaders that reveal how Fujitsu delivers solutions to pressing societal issues for a sustainable future.The world faces mounting uncertainty and rapid change as humanity confronts the existential threat posed by environmental problems like climate change, as well as societal issues including poverty, human rights, aging populations, as well as global pandemics. Business and social leaders around the world must change their mindset, and embrace a new business paradigm based on environmental and social sustainability.Fujitsu believes that the most important business issues of the next 10 years will center on how to transform businesses to better benefit the economy, society, and the environment through the power of digital innovation "Sustainability Transformation will play a vital role. Furthermore, guided by our purpose "to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation," we are advancing our management and business operations through Fujitsu Uvance, a portfolio of global solutions that addresses customers" business challenges and contributes to the solution of societal issues.Participants in the third annual ActivateNow global digital flagship event will enjoy access to exclusive keynote speeches and panel discussion sessions by customers. This year's program will feature sessions by special guest speakers offering their insights into achieving Sustainability Transformation, including Nico Rosberg, a former F1 World Champion who is now actively working toward the realization of a sustainable society as an entrepreneur and investor, and for the Japan program, Miku Hirano, CEO of Cinnamon AI, who was selected for the 2022 class of World Economic Forum Young Global Leaders.Event Overview1. Period :- October 4, 2022 (Tuesday) - Japan, Europe, Americas - October 12, 2022 (Wednesday) - Asia, OceaniaOffered on demand *Archive period may vary by region.For details, refer to the following microsite. Regional programs are described on each region's event site.2. Event Contents and Scheduling :1. Global ProgramOpening Keynote (approximately 60 minutes)Takahito Tokita, CEO and CDXO of Fujitsu Limited will open the event, setting out Fujitsu's direction and explaining how Fujitsu is working with customers and partners to deliver Sustainability Transformation to build a better world.To tell this story, the CEO is joined by guests from inside and outside of Fujitsu:Vivek Mahajan, CTO of Fujitsu Limited, supported by some of Fujitsu's technology leaders from around the world, will set out Fujitsu's technology vision and innovations in AI, quantum computing and networking. It will reveal how Fujitsu delivers social and business transformation through digital innovation.Next, viewers will hear from Akimoto Uchikawa of TEIJIN LIMITED in conversation with Hidenori Furuta, COO and CDPO of Fujitsu Limited. They will share how both companies are driving Sustainability Transformation to bring about the society of the future. We will also hear from Dr. Andreas Nauerz, Managing Director, Co-CEO and CTO of Bosch.IO GmbH and Terry Paule, Co-Founder & CEO of Botanical Water Technologies Ltd., talking about how partnering with Fujitsu is helping them to change people's lives.Finally, we will hear from the CEO's special guests, Nico Rosberg and Miku Hirano.Fujitsu Uvance Session (approximately 15 minutes)Opening remarks from Megumi Shimazu, SEVP of Fujitsu Limited, followed by examples of customer efforts to solve societal issues through the new value created by Fujitsu Uvance by linking people, technology and ideas.2. Regional ProgramsJapan A wide variety of guests in a group discussion on efforts to accelerate corporate reform and solve social issues in Japan, and a presentation of the Fujitsu Group's technology and consulting expertise to support those efforts.Europe, Americas, Asia, Oceania Introduction of the environment surrounding business and society in the future, initiatives for reform, and advanced technologies and services from regional leadership and other local stakeholders.Fujitsu's Commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) adopted by the United Nations in 2015 represent a set of common goals to be achieved worldwide by 2030. Fujitsu's purpose -- "to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation" -- is a promise to contribute to the vision of a better future empowered by the SDGs.About FujitsuFujitsu's purpose is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. As the digital transformation partner of choice for customers in over 100 countries, our 124,000 employees work to resolve some of the greatest challenges facing humanity. Our range of services and solutions draw on five key technologies: Computing, Networks, AI, Data & Security, and Converging Technologies, which we bring together to deliver sustainability transformation. Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) reported consolidated revenues of 3.6 trillion yen (US$32 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2022 and remains the top digital services company in Japan by market share. Find out more: www.fujitsu.com. Copyright 2022 JCN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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Newly-established Center of Excellence hosts specialists to guide customers in seamless shift to modernized platforms JCN Newswire

Newly-established Center of Excellence hosts specialists to guide customers in seamless shift to modernized platforms

September 1, 2022
TOKYO, Sep 1, 2022 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Fujitsu today announced a comprehensive update to bolster its modernization services offerings, boldly reimagining its approach for customers' existing information systems to realize their digital transformation (DX). Fujitsu will work with customers to visualize their current assets including business processes, data, applications, and IT infrastructure to design the ideal DX platform, while providing guidance in streamlining and modernizing systems.Figure 1: Strengthening ModernizationFigure 2: Process of modernizationTo launch this effort, Fujitsu is establishing a new center of excellence (CoE), the Modernization Knowledge Center, which will serve as a focal point for technical information and expertise essential for modernization. This center will begin offering support for customers in the Japan market from September 2022, with global service support to follow.With this move, Fujitsu demonstrates its commitment to delivering an optimal experience for customers with a comprehensive suite of modernization services, encompassing robust specialist support, bolstered by leading-edge technologies to help guide customers on their modernization journeys with confidence and peace of mind.Resilience and agility in information systems for an unpredictable eraAs companies continue to grapple with an increasingly challenging and unpredictable world, the pressure to adapt to changes with agility and resilience grows more intense along with the need to preserve business competitiveness and achieve sustainable management. Traditionally, information systems have been built for the public and financial sectors and for the separate operations that comprise a company's business activities, like production, distribution, sales, and accounting. In many cases, the lack of uniformity in techniques for building systems and data structures means that migration to modern systems can become time consuming, costly, and disruptive to businesses.Fujitsu has been working with customers to modernize legacy systems to overcome the "2025 Cliff" revealed by Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry's DX Report.Fujitsu announced end of life and end of maintenance dates for mainframe and UNIX servers (1) as part of its Hybrid IT roadmap in February 2022. To guide its mainframe and UNIX server customers as they navigate the modernization of their systems, Fujitsu draws on end-to-end specialist expertise as well as its world-class technological capabilities in key areas including Computing, Networks, AI, Data & Security, and Converging Technologies to deliver robust, comprehensive modernization services.Fujitsu anticipates that 3,000 customers globally will use its Modernization Services, with 35,000 people engaged with delivering these capabilities, drawing from resources including Fujitsu's network of Global Delivery Centers by fiscal 2025.Strengthening modernization servicesFujitsu's modernization services consist of four key elements: (1) Business and asset visualization; (2) Grand design; (3) Comprehensive information system streamlining; and (4) Modernization. Fujitsu also provides technical assistance for customers who wish to modernize on their own.(1) Visualization of operations and assetsFujitsu leverages a range of process mining tools including "Celonis EMS" (2) and "SAP Signavio" (3) to visualize business processes, inventory master data, data through data analytics, and applications.For application visualization, Fujitsu will conduct structural analysis of applications, working asset analysis, similarity analysis, asset characteristic analysis, and system correlation analysis using its software map (4).(2) Grand DesignIn collaboration with Ridgelinez Ltd. (5) and consulting partners, Fujitsu will create a grand design using frameworks such as the TOGAF Standard (6), a standard of The Open Group, which is one of the methodologies for EA (Enterprise Architecture) (7).(3) Comprehensive information system streamlineSome information system assets are maintained and operated even though they are rarely used. Through visualization, Fujitsu can help customers strategically streamline operating systems assets.(4) ModernizationFujitsu will help modernize and systems by rehosting, rebuilding, conducting service migration, as well as leveraging a variety of tools for rewriting (including "PROGRESSION" (8)) along with other appropriate measures according to individual information system parameters within customers' assets. For IT infrastructure, Fujitsu will support the transition to public cloud and private cloud based on Fujitsu Uvance Hybrid IT offerings.Establishment of new CoE: "the Modernization Knowledge Center"The Modernization Knowledge Center was newly established on September 1st and will serve as a nexus for the collection of technical information and expertise related to modernization. The CoE offers customers access to resources essential to the modernization process, including technical information on mainframe UNIX server open systems, cross-enterprise and cross-industry migration best practices and experience, as well as other information on useful tools, services, and specialized partners.The CoE will draws on a full suite of capabilities and resources, to offer customers support including: (1) collection and organization of internal and external knowledge, (2) promoting information sharing, (3) collaboration with specialized partners that provide various tools and services, (4) providing support for business deals and technical matters, (5) providing feedback on knowledge gained through delivery practices, and (6) insights into the status of modernization of customer systems.(1) End of sales and end of maintenance for mainframe and UNIX servers: Sales of mainframes will end in FY2030 and maintenance will end in FY2035. Sales of UNIX servers will end in FY2029 and maintenance will end in FY2034.(2) "Celonis EMS": Celonis Execution Management System is a solution platform with process mining technology provided by Celonis SE, a cloud software vendor headquartered in Munich, Germany and New York, USA.[3) "SAP Signavio": The product brand name for the process management solution provided by SAP SE.(4) Software map: A mining technology that automatically discovers functional components that implement functions and roles for business, and a tool that visualizes the entire application based on the discovered functional components as a map, available for domestic users in the Japan market.(5) Ridgelinez Ltd.: Head Office: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Toshiya Imai(6) The TOGAF Standard: The TOGAF Standard, a standard of The Open Group is a proven Enterprise Architecture methodology and framework used by the world's leading organizations to improve business efficiency. The Open Group is a global consortium that enables the achievement of business objectives through technology standards.(7) Enterprise architecture: A design method to create an efficient organization by standardizing and globally optimizing the allocation of resources, business procedures, and information systems of large companies and government agencies.(8) "PROGRESSION": A rewrite solution from Fujitsu North America, Inc.About FujitsuFujitsu's purpose is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. As the digital transformation partner of choice for customers in over 100 countries, our 124,000 employees work to resolve some of the greatest challenges facing humanity. Our range of services and solutions draw on five key technologies: Computing, Networks, AI, Data & Security, and Converging Technologies, which we bring together to deliver sustainability transformation. Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) reported consolidated revenues of 3.6 trillion yen (US$32 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2022 and remains the top digital services company in Japan by market share. Find out more: www.fujitsu.com. Copyright 2022 JCN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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JCB, JP GAMES and Fujitsu launch joint project to strengthen digital data rights management in the metaverse and gaming world JCN Newswire

JCB, JP GAMES and Fujitsu launch joint project to strengthen digital data rights management in the metaverse and gaming world

August 23, 2022
TOKYO, Aug 23, 2022 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - JCB Co., Ltd. (hereinafter JCB), JP GAMES, Inc. (hereinafter JP GAMES), and Fujitsu Limited (hereinafter Fujitsu) today announced that they will embark on a one year joint project starting August 23, 2022 to improve the security of distribution and sales of digital data in the metaverse and gaming world.Figure 1: Model OverviewFigure 2: Roles and responsibilitiesThe three companies will leverage Fujitsu?s hash-chain based aggregate digital signature technology (1) to create and verify a model for the clear management of rights regarding the publication and ownership of data and virtual assets.JCB, JP GAMES, and Fujitsu will use this model to contribute to individual users? and companies? safe and secure use of various types of data. The new model will not only ensure the rights to data in the metaverse, but also guarantee the reliability, authenticity, and traceability of transactions and digital data itself.BackgroundNon-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) (2) have become widely used as a means to clarify the rights to virtual assets that can be easily copied. Many anticipate that NFTs will play a central role in supporting various services in Web3 (3) and the metaverse.At present, NFTs are especially attracting attention for investment and speculative purposes. Some individual users and companies, however, remain hesitant to embrace NFTs due to a lack of a robust regulatory framework, and expectations are rising that Web3 will provide new solutions to more simply prove ownership of digital data.Outline of the Joint ProjectWithin this project, JCB, JP GAMES and Fujitsu plan to develop a new model that enables a wide range of users to easily clarify and securely manage the rights to virtual assets by combining a metaverse platform jointly provided by JCB and JP GAMES with a digital signature technology developed by Fujitsu. The three companies will focus on the following points:1. Development of a business model related to a rights management service that enables the issuance and verification of digital signatures for virtual assets issued in the metaverse and game worlds.2. Development of a technology that works in combination with the identity verification and settlement functions provided by JCB to protect users from possible fraudulent transactions3. Implementation of a function within the model to ensure safe usage for minors and the elderly based on Fujitsu?s digital signature technology; future interoperability of the model with the existing NFT marketRoles and ResponsibilitiesJCB:Utilization of accumulated solutions and knowledge as Japan's premier and leading international payment brand to provide settlement functions and trust information based on its settlement and ID authentication platforms; provision of a new service model for ensuring the reliability of transactions.JP GAMES:Development of a multiverse platform constructed with the PEGASUS WORLD KIT metaverse space construction technology framework and a passport that carries information about users who cross the border between real and virtual worlds in collaboration with JCB.Fujitsu:Provision of hash-chain based aggregate digital signature technology that clarifies information concerning rights to digital data and virtual assets, as well as transparent trust-ensuring technology (4) that can be linked to identity authentication infrastructure and services to streamline identity verification.Future PlansMoving forward, JP GAMES plans to utilize the model developed in this joint project in its future console games.Through this joint project, the three companies aim to realize a society in which a large number of individuals and companies can conduct transactions safely and securely, with a view to utilizing data traceability and transactions involving various participants.(1) Hash-chain based aggregate digital signature technology :Digital signature technology developed by Fujitsu that simultaneously ensures the authenticity of multiple persons, including the current owner and the next owner, the order of signatures, and the integrity of data.(2) NFT :Non-fungible token; non-falsifiable digital data with the ability to impart unique properties to digital data on the blockchain to ensure authenticity and track transaction history.(3) Web3 :A concept attracting attention as a next-generation Internet. It refers to a decentralized world where individuals are connected.(4) Transparent trust-ensuring technology :Technology developed by Fujitsu that helps an intermediary server obtain a user's authentication status when using different services or games, and allows a digital signature machine to grant/verify a transparent digital signature.About FujitsuFujitsu?s purpose is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. As the digital transformation partner of choice for customers in over 100 countries, our 124,000 employees work to resolve some of the greatest challenges facing humanity. Our range of services and solutions draw on five key technologies: Computing, Networks, AI, Data & Security, and Converging Technologies, which we bring together to deliver sustainability transformation. Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) reported consolidated revenues of 3.6 trillion yen (US$32 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2022 and remains the top digital services company in Japan by market share. Find out more: www.fujitsu.com.About JCBJCB is a major global payment brand and a leading credit card issuer and acquirer in Japan. JCB launched its card business in Japan in 1961 and began expanding worldwide in 1981. Its acceptance network includes about 39 million merchants around the world. JCB Cards are issued mainly in Asian countries and territories, with more than 140 million cardmembers. As part of its international growth strategy, JCB has formed alliances with hundreds of leading banks and financial institutions globally to increase its merchant coverage and cardmember base. As a comprehensive payment solution provider, JCB commits to providing responsive and high-quality service and products to all customers worldwide. For more information, please visit: https://www.global.jcb/en/.About JP GAMESA game development studio established in February 2019 by Hajime Tabata, who worked on games such as Final Fantasy XV. Under the concept of "Making the future fun with the power of games", the company pursues the possibilities of games. In February 2022, the metaverse business was separated from JP GAMES and became a group company. https://www.jpgamesinc.com/en/Press Contacts:Fujitsu Limited Public and Investor Relations Division Inquiries (bit.ly/3rrQ4mB)JCB Ayaka Nakajima Corporate Communications Phone: +81-3-5778-8353 E-mail:jcb-pr@jcb.co.jpJP GAMES E-mail:info@jpgames.inc Copyright 2022 JCN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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Fujitsu announces plans to acquire Asia-Pacific’s largest independent ServiceNow consultancy, Enable Professional Services JCN Newswire

Fujitsu announces plans to acquire Asia-Pacific’s largest independent ServiceNow consultancy, Enable Professional Services

July 7, 2022
TOKYO, Jul 7, 2022 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Fujitsu Limited and Fujitsu Australia today announced acquisition plans for Asia-Pacific region's largest independent ServiceNow-specialist, Enable Professional Services. This acquisition continues our approach of using M&A as a tool to support Fujitsu's growth ambitions. Prior to this, Fujitsu Australia acquired data and AI-consultancy, Versor, and Microsoft-specialist, oobe. Enable Professional Services will operate as a stand-alone Fujitsu company for the foreseeable future, under the continued leadership of Bruce Hara. It will be re-branded 'Enable, a Fujitsu company'.With the acquisition of Enable Professional Services, Fujitsu will gain market-leading and award-winning expertise and experience to deliver ServiceNow advisory, consulting, and delivery services for customers across the region. The company's ServiceNow capabilities and digital transformation specialist skills directly support Fujitsu's portfolio transformation and will bolster future offerings for "Business Applications," one of seven Key Focus Areas (KFAs) under Fujitsu's new global Uvance business brand. Enable Professional Services currently operates in Australia, Singapore, Hong Kong, Philippines, and India.Nicholas Fraser, in charge of Strategic Growth & Investments at Fujitsu Limited commented: "M&A helps realize Fujitsu's ambition of becoming a global leading DX services player. We look for opportunities that will help Fujitsu gain differentiation in digital technologies including AI, cybersecurity, or analytics, and build world-class capabilities to engage clients in business transformative discussions. Our investments also accelerate the realization of our Uvance vision. Our planned acquisition of Enable Professional Services represents an important milestone on this journey."Award winning capabilities to accelerate digital transformationFounded in 2014, Enable Professional Services is an award winning ServiceNow Elite partner that builds and implements industry-leading solutions that improve the customer and employee experience, enabling businesses to create value at speed. Through its end-to-end ServiceNow offerings delivered through specialist thought-leading practices, innovative proprietary solutions, and strong people-first culture, Enable Professional Services is leading the way in accelerating digital transformation in the region. The company was distinguished with four ServiceNow awards this year including Asia Pacific and Japan Elite Partner of the Year 2022, an award it has earned in the past three consecutive years for achieving overall excellence in certifications, customer satisfaction and ServiceNow pipeline growth.Yoshinami Takahashi, EVP and Vice Head of Global Solution Business Group, Fujitsu Limited commented, "We are very excited by the prospect of welcoming Enable Professional Services to the Fujitsu Group. Enable Professional Services' capabilities in co-creating value in tandem with Fujitsu's service integration expertise and advanced technologies will play an important role in accelerating our strategy for Business Applications. Fujitsu's vision for Uvance centers on building new possibilities by connecting people, technology and ideas, creating a more sustainable world where anyone can advance their dreams. I am confident that this move will set us on a path to make this vision a reality."Graeme Beardsell, Executive Vice President and CEO, Fujitsu Asia-Pacific, said, "I am delighted that Fujitsu is investing in the growth of Australian technology companies and helping them to expand on a global scale. I look forward to welcoming Enable Professional Services into the Fujitsu family. Enable Professional Services is an impressive force in the market, demonstrating the value and depth of thinking and experience it has to offer for customers on the ServiceNow platform. Together, Fujitsu and Enable Professional Services will accelerate our customers' digital transformations, delivered through our combined deep-industry experience and specialist teams."From an industry perspective, this acquisition will accelerate Fujitsu's experience, depth, and customer base in multiple industries including manufacturing, financial services and telecommunications. The acquisition will actively stimulate growth opportunities for Enable Professional Services' current capabilities into both the local and global markets and provide industry-leading differentiation in ServiceNow services for current Fujitsu customers in Asia-Pacific.Bruce Hara, Chief Executive Officer, Enable Professional Services said, "Enable has always looked for chances to make life better for our customers and for our team. Joining Fujitsu ticks both these boxes, offering us new markets and geographies, and significant scale. With these opportunities, we know we can drive even greater market impact. So the future is exciting, and we're ready to showcase to the world what we can do as a Fujitsu company."About FujitsuFujitsu's purpose is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. As the digital transformation partner of choice for customers in over 100 countries, our 124,000 employees work to resolve some of the greatest challenges facing humanity. Our range of services and solutions draw on five key technologies: Computing, Networks, AI, Data & Security, and Converging Technologies, which we bring together to deliver sustainability transformation. Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) reported consolidated revenues of 3.6 trillion yen (USD32 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2022 and remains the top digital services company in Japan by market share. Find out more: www.fujitsu.com.About Fujitsu Australia and New ZealandFujitsu Australia and New Zealand is a leading service provider of business, information technology and communications solutions. We partner with our customers to consult, design, build, operate and support business solutions. From strategic consulting to application and infrastructure solutions and services, Fujitsu Australia and New Zealand have earned a reputation as the single supplier of choice for leading corporate and government organisations. Fujitsu Australia Limited and Fujitsu New Zealand Limited are wholly owned subsidiaries of Fujitsu Limited (TSE: 6702). See www.fujitsu.com/au.About Enable Professional ServicesEnable Professional Services is an award winning Elite ServiceNow partner with a vision to create opportunities for its teams and customers to do things they've never done before. Enable is a pure-play ServiceNow consultancy, 100% dedicated to the delivery of ServiceNow advisory, consulting and delivery services. With more than 350 consultants and 950+ certifications, Enable are the most qualified, certified and capable ServiceNow partner in the APJ region. Enable have dedicated practices of certified and experienced business consultants across Customer Service Experience, IT Transformation, Employee Service Experience and Integrated Risk Management. Our Principal Consultants and experienced consulting team bring many years of experience in enterprise service management across all modules including HR, GRC, SecOps, CSM, ITOM, ITBM and ITSM. See www.enableps.com. Copyright 2022 JCN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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Hexagon and Fujitsu Announce Strategic Partnership to Solve Societal Challenges for ‘Trusted Society’ JCN Newswire

Hexagon and Fujitsu Announce Strategic Partnership to Solve Societal Challenges for ‘Trusted Society’

June 22, 2022
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. and Tokyo, Jun 22, 2022 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Hexagon's Safety, Infrastructure & Geospatial division and Fujitsu Limited will partner to accelerate the development and promotion of use cases to solve societal challenges and contribute to the realization of the 'Trusted Society' -- a sustainable, resilient place where people can live together in peace and prosperity. The partnership was announced today at HxGN LIVE Global 2022, Hexagon's digital technology conference.Hexagon and Fujitsu will work together to provide joint use cases leveraging digital twin technologies and solutions from both companies, including IoT sensors, data processing, AI analysis and advanced data visualization in the cloud and high-performance computing infrastructure. The partners will deploy these technologies to develop joint solutions that deliver richer information and deeper insights to customers in government, the public sector, transportation and utilities to help reduce emissions, increase safety, optimize operations and more."Our goal at Fujitsu is to realize our vision for a 'Trusted Society'," comments Yoshinami Takahashi, EVP and vice head of Global Solution Business Group, Fujitsu. "Partnering with Hexagon will allow us to extend our reach and provide even greater value to cities and regions around the world.""Cities are playing a leading role in solving global challenges, from addressing climate change to eliminating traffic fatalities," says Steven Cost, president, Hexagon's Safety, Infrastructure & Geospatial division. "Our partnership with Fujitsu can help cities put data to work to solve these pressing problems and meet sustainability and safety goals."The new global partnership builds from the companies' work to solve urban sustainability challenges in Europe, including efforts to better manage and understand the impacts of shared mobility services in Germany, including a project with the City of Munich.Hexagon is a global leader in digital reality solutions, combining sensor, software and autonomous technologies. We are putting data to work to boost efficiency, productivity, quality and safety across industrial, manufacturing, infrastructure, public sector and mobility applications. Our technologies are shaping production and people-related ecosystems to become increasingly connected and autonomous -- ensuring a scalable, sustainable future.Hexagon's Safety, Infrastructure & Geospatial division improves the resilience and sustainability of the world's critical services and infrastructure. Our solutions turn complex data about people, places and assets into meaningful information and capabilities for better, faster decision-making in public safety, utilities, defense, transportation and government.Hexagon (Nasdaq Stockholm: HEXA B) has approximately 22,000 employees in 50 countries and net sales of approximately 4.3bn EUR. Learn more at hexagon.com and follow us @HexagonAB.About FujitsuFujitsu's purpose is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. As the digital transformation partner of choice for customers in over 100 countries, our 124,000 employees work to resolve some of the greatest challenges facing humanity. Our range of services and solutions draw on five key technologies: Computing, Networks, AI, Data & Security, and Converging Technologies, which we bring together to deliver sustainability transformation. Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) reported consolidated revenues of 3.6 trillion yen (US$32 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2022 and remains the top digital services company in Japan by market share. Find out more: www.fujitsu.com.Hexagon Emily Arnold Global Communications Manager Tel: +1 256.730.2582 E-mail:Emily.arnold@hexagon.comFujitsu Limited Public and Investor Relations Division Inquiries (bit.ly/3rrQ4mB) Copyright 2022 JCN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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