Overview of the AI industry in 2024 that the business world is paying attention to

Digirise Inc. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Chaen Masahiro) was featured in the February issue of Keizai-kai magazine as a special feature on the AI industry in 2024 and its outlook for 2025. The large two-page feature provides a detailed analysis of the market from the perspective of the hierarchical structure of AI solutions and the current state of AI use in companies.

The market for AI solutions is analyzed in the following segments:

• Application layer: End-user services such as ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot
• Basic learning model layer: Enterprise-specific AI development platform
• Infrastructure layer: ensuring security and scalability

Understanding this hierarchical structure is an important guideline for companies to develop strategies for introducing AI. In particular, 2024 was a year in which innovation at each layer accelerated, greatly expanding the options available to companies for using AI.

AI transformation achieved by Digirise

In 2024, we have been strongly promoting the AI transformation of companies. In just a year and a half since our founding, we have built a track record of introducing our solutions to over 150 companies, expanding the possibilities of AI use in a wide range of industries. Behind this rapid growth is our deep understanding of the challenges of digital transformation faced by companies and our practical approach to solving them.

In particular, to address the issue that many companies face when introducing AI, namely, "I don't know where to start," we have established our own step-by-step introduction method. This method enables companies to steadily and effortlessly advance the use of AI.

Three points we have focused on in particular when supporting the introduction of AI:

• Thorough analysis of existing operations and identification of areas where AI can be used
• A step-by-step implementation process ensures success
• Support for establishing AI utilization know-how within the company

In addition, one of the key factors that determines the success or failure of AI implementation is the establishment of know-how for its use within the company. We provide practical training programs so that each employee of the implementing company can effectively use AI tools. Through this continuous learning support, we are building a foundation for the sustainable development of AI use within the company.

Key approaches to enterprise AI adoption:

• First, start by streamlining existing operations
• Providing training programs focused on improving employees' AI literacy
• Visualizing business processes and proposing improvements using AI
• Continuous support and promotion of use after implementation

Furthermore, one of our features is post-implementation follow-up. Through regular consulting sessions, we measure the effectiveness of AI use, discover new areas of application, and propose further business improvement. This continuous support system allows companies to always utilize the latest AI technology and best practices.

With this comprehensive support, we are achieving true business transformation that goes beyond simply introducing tools. We will continue to support the AI transformation of more companies and contribute to business innovation in Japan.

How will companies' use of AI change in 2025?

We have positioned 2025 as the "first year of corporate adoption of AI" because we believe that the rapid evolution of generative AI technology and growing awareness of digital transformation in companies will mark a critical turning point.

Of particular note is the shift in the use of AI in companies from "experimental implementation" to "full-scale business transformation." While many companies will be implementing AI on a trial basis up until 2024, we predict that by 2025, AI use will develop into a more strategic and comprehensive approach.

To make this transformation a success, both the commitment of management and practical use on the ground are essential. We will provide comprehensive support, from utilizing AI as a management strategy to specific operational improvements on the ground.

Additionally, we predict the following trends will accelerate in 2025:

• Customized AI solutions become more prevalent
• An increase in industry-specific AI use cases
• Full-scale development of new businesses using AI
• Strengthening in-house AI talent development

In order to respond to these changes, we are not only strengthening our existing services but also developing new solutions. In particular, we are focusing on building a detailed support system according to the size and industry of the company, to realize smoother introduction and utilization of AI.

New challenges towards 2025

Building on our growth in 2024, we aim to make further strides toward 2025. Having completed the establishment of our management system and strengthened our organizational foundation, we are now ready to move on to a new stage.

By leveraging the knowledge and know-how it has built up thus far, the company aims to provide more comprehensive solutions in supporting companies in utilizing AI. In particular, it plans to further accelerate the AI transformation of companies through the development of multiple new businesses.

Key initiatives towards 2025:

• Full-scale rollout of new AI-related services
• Expanding and evolving the functionality of existing services
• The development of AI reskilling programs
• Strengthening partnerships

Furthermore, we will proactively tackle new issues in the use of AI in companies, and as companies' needs become more diverse and sophisticated, we are also considering providing more specialized solutions.

In 2025, we will accelerate the AI transformation of Japanese companies more than ever before. Through the knowledge we have cultivated through relationships with many companies in 2024 and the new services we have been developing, we will contribute to the digital transformation of many companies.

The use of AI in companies is no longer a question of "Should we start?" but rather a question of "How should we proceed?" In this context, the most important thing is to choose the appropriate approach that suits your company's situation.

We propose AI implementation plans that are tailored to the challenges and goals of each company. First of all, we offer a free consultation to discuss the possibilities of using AI in your company, so please feel free to contact us.