Works Applications Co.,Ltd. Strengths, Domain Expertise, and Key Differentiators
Since its establishment in 1996, Works Applications has been delivering products and services primarily to leading domestic enterprises as a Japanese business application package software firm. Guided by its corporate philosophy aimed at revolutionizing the notion of "work," enhancing work creativity, elevating company productivity, and amplifying corporate value, the company operates as an ERP-centric solution provider alongside major corporations. Works Applications strives for continued advancement, aspiring to evolve into a trusted ally in driving digital transformation for medium-sized enterprises, small and mid-sized businesses, as well as startups.
ArielAirOne is a versatile groupware and platform designed for streamlined development of workflows and bespoke business applications. As the adoption of electronic contract services continues to grow, aiming to eliminate paper usage and enhance business efficiency, ArielAirOne is set to achieve seamless integration with four leading electronic contract services: CloudSign, GMO Sign, SMBC CloudSign, and WAN-Sign. This integration will enable smooth collaboration, empowering businesses to embrace digital contract processes effortlessly.
Works Applications Co.,Ltd. Recent Developments
In 2023 WAP is enhancing its partnership with Microsoft cloud services, including Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, and Microsoft Dynamics 365. As a part of this initiative, the collaboration between HUE and Teams has been intensified. Leveraging the Teams chat feature, users can now receive vital notifications from HUE directly on their PC, tablet, or smartphone. These notifications include the access URL to the relevant HUE page, enabling swift responses. This integration facilitates seamless information sharing and is anticipated to bolster work efficiency. Additionally, future plans include integrating AI capabilities to summarize comments on Teams and introduce a plug-in for the AI assistant "Copilot for Microsoft 365." These enhancements will enable users to search for information within HUE directly on Teams, further enhancing convenience and productivity.
In September 2023, "HUE Chatbot" integrated with ChatGPT, marking a significant advancement. This integration enables "HUE Chatbot" to automatically generate Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) more conveniently, thereby expanding the breadth of answers it can provide. Furthermore, "HUE Chatbot" seamlessly integrates with the ERP system "HUE" provided by WAP. Leveraging this integration, companies can utilize "HUE Chatbot" for inquiries such as expense settlements, consequently reducing inquiry response costs for entities that have adopted the "HUE" system. Moreover, "HUE Chatbot" extends its compatibility to the groupware ArielAirOne, facilitating seamless usage for more than 2,200 WAP customers across 320 corporate groups. This integration empowers organizations to consider and implement usage of "HUE Chatbot" within their existing workflows, thereby enhancing operational efficiency and user experience.
Works Applications Co.,Ltd. Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) Activities
In August 2019, the HR-related business was succeeded to Works Human Intelligence Co., Ltd. as a result of a company split.
Works Applications Co.,Ltd. Customers in ARTW Customer Database
Leveraging a rigorous data-centric research methodology, APPS RUN THE WORLD asks the simple question: Who’s buying Works Applications Co.,Ltd. applications and why? And we provide the answers – supported by decades of research – to our clients around the world. Our Customer database has over 100 data fields that detail company usage of Works Applications Co.,Ltd. and other enterprise apps by function, customer size, industry, location, implementation status, partner involvement, Line of Business Key Stakeholders and IT decision makers contact details. List of Verified HUE, ArielAirOne, HUE WorkSuite customers.
Works Applications Co.,Ltd. Overview
Hanzomon PREX South 2F, 2-5-1 Kojimachi, Chiyoda-ku
Tokyo, x, 102-0083, Japan
81-3-3512-1400
https://www.worksap.co.jp/
Ownership: - x
Number of Employees: 888
Functional Markets: ERP Financial, Procurement, SCM,
Key Verticals: Aerospace and Defense, Automotive, Banking and Financial Services, Communications, Construction, Real Estate, Consumer Packaged Goods, Distribution, K12, Higher Education, Federal Government, State and Local Government, Public Safety, Healthcare, Life Insurance, P&C Insurance, Specialty Insurance, Leisure and Recreation, Hospitality, Life Sciences, Manufacturing, Media, Faith-Based Nonprofit, Youth and Elderly Care, Special Cause Nonprofit, Oil and Gas, Chemicals, Professional Services, Retail, Transportation, Utilities,
Works Applications Co.,Ltd. Key Enterprise and Cloud Applications
HUE, ArielAirOne, HUE WorkSuite
Works Applications Co.,Ltd. Revenues, $M:
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** All revenue figures are estimates based on public records, Cloud and Non-Cloud business models in Apps Run The World's vendor database, and annual survey results including vendor feedback.
Works Applications Co.,Ltd. Revenue Breakdown By Type, $M:
Works Applications Co.,Ltd. Enterprise Applications Revenues By Functional Markets, $M:
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Works Applications Co.,Ltd. Revenues By Region, $M
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Works Applications Co.,Ltd. Direct vs Indirect sales
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Works Applications Co.,Ltd. Customers - Breakdown by Geo, Size, Vertical and Product
List of Verified Works Applications Co.,Ltd. Customers
No. of Works Applications Co.,Ltd. Customers: 2242
No. of Works Applications Co.,Ltd. Enterprise Applications Customers: 2242
No. of Works Applications Co.,Ltd. Cloud Customers: x
No. of Works Applications Co.,Ltd. Cloud Subscribers: x
Works Applications has over 2,242 customers, of which 325 are some of the biggest corporate companies in Japan. Among Works Applications customers are TDK Corporation, Nippon Steel Chemical, Fuji Media Holdings, Mitsui Chemicals Tohcello, Taiyo Life Insurance Company, ITOCHU Corporation, Japan Airport Terminal Co., Bank of Fukuoka, Kanagawa Prefecture, JTEKT of Toyota Group, Kyocera Asia Pacific, Sapporo Holdings., and Toyota Administra.
Works Applications Co.,Ltd. Market Opportunities, M&A and Geo Expansions
In October 2023, WAP inaugurated a new office in Kumamoto City, marking its second presence within the city. This expansion complements the existing office established in February 2021 at Ansei-cho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo. Both locations will serve as pivotal hubs for customer support and business continuity planning (BCP) initiatives. Additionally, they will undertake key responsibilities in systems development, maintenance, and operations.
WAP contributes to the advancement of Japanese businesses' productivity by developing and delivering products and services such as the ERP solution HUE, the groupware ArielAirOne, and the HUE Works Suite—a comprehensive set of SaaS-based tools for enhancing operational efficiency. Moreover, WAP employ its own solutions to optimize operational processes. Their efforts include the complete elimination of paper-based application forms, with application workflows seamlessly integrated into the "HUE Workflow" system. To automate inquiries pertaining to expense settlement and billing processing, WAP leverage the capabilities of our "HUE Chatbot," ensuring continuous support 24/7, year-round. Furthermore, they are set to introduce the "HUE Digital Invoice" service, enabling automated invoice generation and processing to streamline billing and payment operations, fostering even greater productivity gains.
Works Applications Co.,Ltd. Risks and Challenges
WAP operates in a highly competitive market, facing competition from both domestic and international software companies offering similar products and services. Intense competition could affect WAP's market share and pricing power.
Works Applications Co.,Ltd. Ecosystem, Partners, Resellers and SI
Works primarily sell direct. Its partners and affiliates include AWS for hosting, IBM for PureSystems, Nihon Unisys for systems integration, Oracle for Exadata integration. Other partners and affiliates include Ariel Networks Incorporated, AIM Consulting, Legend Applications, Legend Applications China Holding, Connecty, Sekisui Business Associates Co., BOLD, and Fads Corporation.
Works Applications Co.,Ltd. Cloud Infrastructure Insights
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