TOKYO, JAPAN – Appian, a cloud computing and enterprise software company, has announced a strategic partnership with Outsourcing Technology Co. Ltd (OSTech), a prominent engineering and manufacturing outsourcing firm in Japan.
The collaboration aims to enhance business efficiency by leveraging process automation and low-code development on the Appian Platform.
Significant efficiency gains through automation
The partnership between Appian and OSTech focuses on eliminating data silos and integrating business processes across OSTech’s systems.
This initiative follows a successful trial implementation of the Appian Platform, which resulted in a 25% reduction in workload. Since May 2024, the new solution has been fully operational as OSTech’s “business standardization system.”
Yoshiaki Kasai, president and CEO of OSTech, expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration.
“This collaboration marks a significant step forward in our commitment to digital transformation, enabling us to offer unparalleled support and innovative solutions to our customers. By integrating the Appian Platform with process automation and BPMS into our offerings, we are confident that we can help businesses achieve greater efficiency, transparency, and success,” he stated.
Enhancing digital transformation in Japan
Protrude, OSTech’s IT integration service, will play a key role in offering advanced process and digital transformation on the Appian Platform.
The service will focus on business process management systems (BPMS) and process automation, providing comprehensive technical support from implementation to operation.
Shinsaku Hashimoto, Alliance Director in North Asia at Appian Japan LLC, emphasized the potential of the partnership to drive significant productivity gains and streamline operations for businesses across Japan. He expressed confidence that the collaboration will deliver exceptional value to organizations seeking to enhance visibility and operational efficiency.
Appian’s software, known for automating complex business processes, is utilized by organizations in various sectors, including financial services, telecommunications, and the public sector. OSTech, headquartered in Japan, specializes in electronic materials handling and supports over 4,000 companies with a workforce of over 25,000 people.
