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We are pleased to announce that Paper Logic Co., Ltd. has been selected as a support provider for the IT Implementation Subsidy 2025, and our products "paperlogic Electronic Contract" and "paperlogic Construction Document DX Pocket" have been registered as IT tools (standard category). The IT Implementation Subsidy 2025 covers 1/3 to 2/3* of the service usage fees and optional fees such as data additions for up to two years (*the subsidy rate varies depending on the size of the business and wage conditions). Since the application for the IT Implementation Subsidy is conducted in partnership between the support provider and the applicant, we encourage companies considering this opportunity to consult with us as soon as possible.

"Electronic contracts for national and local governments are also available with 'paperlogic Electronic Contracts'" In December of last year (2023), we inquired about our service 'paperlogic Electronic Contracts' regarding the 'Law and Orders Related to Regulations on New Business Activities' utilizing the Digital Agency's gray zone resolution system. As a result, we received a response from the Digital Agency stating that 'paperlogic Electronic Contracts' can be used as an electronic record in place of paper contracts for national and local government contracts. "'paperlogic' is endorsed by the Digital Agency" In this inquiry, we received confirmation that 'paperlogic Electronic Contracts' can be utilized as an electronic record in place of paper contracts for national and local government contracts. From now on, you can confidently use 'paperlogic Electronic Contracts' not only for contracts between private companies but also for all types of contracts in local government practices, including administrative contracts and discretionary contracts. For business document digital transformation and electronic contract services, feel free to consult with paperlogic.

The recognition that "the PDF invoice received from the other party must be stored as electronic data" is widely accepted. However, is that response truly sufficient? ◆ The "receipt" of electronic transactions includes issuance and delivery The "electronic transactions" defined by the Electronic Bookkeeping Act refers to the receipt of electromagnetic records related to transaction information. Breaking down the term "receipt" is key to understanding it. - "Receipt": Receiving electronic data such as invoices and receipts from business partners - "Issuance": Issuing and delivering electronic data such as invoices and estimates to business partners When downloading a PDF from your company's accounting system and attaching it to an email, or when concluding electronic contracts through a cloud-based invoicing service, it is mandatory for not only the receiving side but also your company, as the issuing side, to store the data. 【Utilizing paperlogic DESKTOP for document management】 - Elimination of manual input - Assurance of reliable searchability - Centralized management of receipt and issuance → paperlogic DESKTOP addresses the challenges of complex metadata management in the storage of these issued documents.

On November 20, 2025 (Thursday) and December 2, 2025 (Tuesday) from 11:00 to 14:00, our representative, certified public accountant and tax accountant Koichi Yokoyama, will be speaking at a free webinar hosted by Otsuka Shokai. He will explain important points to be aware of regarding the revised Construction Industry Law. [Construction Industry Law / Public Works Appropriateness Promotion Law] - Prevention of omissions in the description of construction contracts - Obligation to notify "risk" information before the contractor's contract - Mutual exchange of original documents for construction contracts - Digitization of estimates, contracts, and order forms/acceptance letters We are entering an era where contracts must be documented in writing and stored electronically. At Paperlogic, we fully support companies that are transitioning from paper to digital. We also offer free consultations with certified public accountants and tax accountants, so please join us!

We want to improve our operations with AI, but what exactly can we do... For those who want to actually try out and compare services, we have an announcement. The electronic contract and document management service paperlogic will be exhibiting at the 'Business Innovation Fair 2025 Autumn in Makuhari' hosted by Otsuka Shokai on November 13th (Thursday) and 14th (Friday) at the Hotel Green Tower Makuhari. Seminars on business improvement and AI utilization will also be held, so if you are nearby, please come and visit us. ● We will also be conducting product demonstrations of paperlogic at the venue. The biggest feature of paperlogic is that it is easy to use and simple, yet it complies with all document management regulations, including the Electronic Bookkeeping Act. We invite you to experience this simplicity firsthand.

The method for electronic contracts and electronic signatures is simple as long as you grasp the key points. Electronic contracts achieve both business efficiency and cost reduction simultaneously. Paperlogic supports the smooth implementation of electronic contracts that realize business efficiency and cost savings. ■ How to execute an electronic contract: Steps to conclusion 1. Prepare the contract document data 2. Request and send signature to the other party 3. Apply electronic signature and timestamp 4. Manage and store the concluded contract document → Complete!! With Paperlogic, you can easily start electronic contracts with an intuitive and simple UI. ■ Types of electronic signatures (witness type and party type) There are two types of electronic signatures for electronic contracts: "witness type signature (equivalent to a seal)" and "party type signature (equivalent to a registered seal)." Just as there is a distinction between registered and personal seals in paper contracts, using different signatures in electronic contracts can enhance compliance. Paperlogic supports all types, including witness type, party type, and hybrid types that use both.

With the revision of the Electronic Bookkeeping Act and the mandatory data storage for electronic transactions, some may feel anxious about document storage within their company. There may be those who think, "Even so, I'm overwhelmed with daily tasks and can't actually manage it," or "I don't know where to start." ◆ Six Challenges of Document Storage for Small and Medium Enterprises - Pressure on physical storage space - Searchability and operational workload - Security risks - Risks of unexpected data corruption or loss - Compliance with legal storage periods - Challenges in information sharing ◆ Electronic Storage is Essential for Small and Medium Enterprises Small and medium enterprises that cannot afford storage costs or operational workload but want to maintain their reliability as a company are recommended to use electronic storage for document management. 【Solve it easily with paperlogic!】 - Prevent data corruption and loss with cloud services while reducing storage costs - Significantly reduce costs related to labor and stamp taxes - Capable of issuing electronic certificates for business partners - Comprehensive coverage of laws with professional supervision services - Easy implementation with a simple UI and convenient desktop application - Robust support available

In February of this year, we inquired about "paperlogic" using the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry's gray zone resolution system regarding the "provision of electronic contract services to the construction industry," and received a response stating that "paperlogic meets the standards related to construction contracts under the Construction Business Act Enforcement Regulations (Article 13-4, Paragraph 1, Item 1 (h) and Paragraph 2)." ◆ Accelerating DX in the Construction Industry with 'Official Approval' The construction industry faces challenges in digitizing contract operations due to the complexity of contracts, the presence of numerous stakeholders, and legal requirements and security concerns. However, due to the nature of the business, detailed contract operations occur frequently in the construction industry. Therefore, by digitizing contract operations, this sector can benefit significantly from cost reductions, such as stamp duty and labor costs, as well as shortened timeframes for contract execution. ◆ Package Plans for the Construction Industry Also Available paperlogic offers the 'paperlogic Construction Document DX Pocket' to facilitate smoother transactions between general contractors and partner companies. Please feel free to try our trial service from the "Service Application" section.

By digitizing contract operations, you can reduce many costs, including stamp duty and mailing fees. ◆ Four Benefits of Electronic Contracts - Cost reduction for printing, stamp duty, mailing fees, and original document storage - Improved business efficiency through system-based sending and stamping - Prevention of tampering with timestamps - Enhanced document searchability 【Many Benefits for the Other Party as Well!】 - Both parties can confirm that the document has not been tampered with - No worry about losing the original paper documents - Increased operational efficiency due to the absence of mailing and binding hassles - Quick contract conclusion through email or system verification ◆ Disadvantages of Electronic Contracts - Costs for implementing and operating the service - Need to ensure that business partners understand electronic transactions ----------------------------------------------------- 　　Consult with paperlogic for electronic contract services! -----------------------------------------------------

Stamp duty, which can be a significant cost in contract business... By switching to electronic contracts, you can reduce this cost. The PDF files of contracts used in electronic contracts do not fall under taxable documents according to the Stamp Duty Act. Therefore, by switching to electronic contracts, you eliminate the need for physical stamps. ◆ "Electronic Contracts" without worrying about stamp duty When you use electronic contracts, there is no stamp duty. Electronic contracts can prove "authenticity" and "non-repudiation" through electronic signatures with electronic certificates and timestamps from certified service providers. * Electronic signature: Ensures authenticity through email addresses, identification, and certificates of registered matters. * Certified service provider timestamp: Proves that the document "existed" at that time and in that state, indicating that it has "not been altered." ◆ For inquiries about electronic contract services, contact paperlogic! "paperlogic Electronic Contract" is a cloud service specialized in electronic contracts and document management. It can be used not only for managing estimates and invoices but also for electronic contracts using witness-type (equivalent to a seal) and party-type (equivalent to a registered seal). Additionally, we offer consulting plans for DX, so please feel free to contact us.

From January 1, 2024, all companies are required to store electronic transaction data. The transition from a paper-centric business model to digital is a significant challenge for many companies. Some may feel reassured, thinking, "We have established our administrative processing regulations, so we are perfectly compliant with the electronic bookkeeping law." However, behind this convenience lie subtle yet potentially fatal risks. ◆ Pitfalls of Administrative Processing Regulations: Three Risks - Risk 1: Violations of regulations and formalism due to human error - Risk 2: Risks of internal fraud and the inability to prevent evidence destruction - Risk 3: Obligation to explain during tax audits and lack of objective evidence Ensuring "Authenticity" is best achieved with system management through [paperlogic]! ● Automatic issuance of certified timestamps By simply uploading electronic transaction data to the system, a certified timestamp is automatically issued. Authenticity can be ensured without human intervention, and even if data is accidentally deleted, the original data with the timestamp remains in the system, preserving the evidence. ● History management function for corrections and deletions When corrections or deletions occur, information about when, who, and what was done is automatically recorded, preventing human errors and intentional fraud.

"We want to digitize paper documents within the company, but we don't know which service to choose" and "We can't keep up with the changes in the Electronic Bookkeeping Law and the legal revisions in the construction and manufacturing industries." For those individuals, we have an announcement. The electronic contract and document management service, paperlogic, will be exhibiting at the event 'Serious DX & AI Strategy 2025' held on October 15 (Wednesday) at Sogo Yokohama. This time, there will also be a seminar led by our representative, certified public accountant and tax accountant Koichi Yokoyama. We will also be conducting product demonstrations at the exhibition, so please come and visit us. ● Our representative, Yokoyama, will also give a lecture! Luxurious Seminar At 'Serious DX & AI Strategy 2025', Koichi Yokoyama, the representative of Paperlogic Inc., will be speaking in [Seminar B Course]. On that day, he will introduce key points of laws including the revised Construction Industry Law, which will be enforced by December 2025, and related document management, from the perspective of a certified public accountant and tax accountant. Additionally, there will be seminars that are useful for utilizing AI and DX. For more details, please check the event website.

**Overview** The "Business Innovation Fair 2025 Autumn in Tsukuba" features luxurious seminars that provide hints for solving the current challenges faced by medium and small enterprises, as well as panel exhibitions from various companies related to AI operations. **Five Luxurious Seminars! Learn the Latest IT Trends** We have prepared five themes packed with immediately useful know-how, covering everything from daily business improvements to human resources and security. This is a must-see for business owners and representatives looking to promote DX. - What is the difference between companies that can utilize AI and those that cannot in medium and small enterprises? - Improve operations without incurring costs! Start your DX with OTSUKA kintone STATION. - Maximize the power of Windows 11! Shall we reform operations with cloud and connectivity? - Completely solve challenges related to "human resources" with HR and labor DX! (We will introduce success stories from job applications to talent management.) - What is the "Five-Stage Security Measures Evaluation System" announced by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry? (We will explain the preparations for the system's operational start.) Source: Business Innovation Fair 2025 Autumn in Tsukuba