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In recent years, the term "DX (Digital Transformation)" has become more frequently heard. On the other hand, many companies face challenges such as: - It takes time for it to take root in the field - It does not lead to business improvement So, what commonalities do successful DX companies share? In this column, we will discuss the key points for small and medium-sized enterprises to achieve results through DX. Table of Contents 1. DX is not just "IT implementation" 2. The current state of digitalization in small and medium-sized enterprises 3. Key points for achieving results with DX 4. Small and medium-sized enterprises can become stronger through DX 5. Conclusion Please see the related links for more.

Improvements in login management usability and functions supporting management operations We will start providing the new version (Ver. 5.3) of our production management system 'TECHS-BK' for small-lot, multi-variety parts processing industries on February 2, 2026 (Monday). This version includes functional improvements that support daily system operations, such as enhancements in login management usability and the expansion of management views. Technoa will continue to provide a more user-friendly production management system by accumulating practical improvements based on the changing environment and on-site challenges faced by small and medium-sized manufacturing companies. For more details, please refer to the related links.

"Farmnote Summit 2026" will be held on March 11 (Wednesday) in Hokkaido. Our representative director, Yamazaki, will speak at the "Farmnote Summit 2026" organized by Farmnote Co., Ltd. on March 11, 2026. *The official spelling of Yamazaki's "Zaki" is "Tatsuzaki." The "Farmnote Summit" is a conference themed around "co-creation," focusing on the future of society and industry from the perspectives of business and technology, starting from food and agriculture. Leaders from diverse fields such as agriculture, IT, space, and tourism will gather in Tokachi, Hokkaido, to deepen discussions across boundaries about "the future of food" and "the future of the Earth," sharing wisdom to create social impact. This summit has been held since 2014 and has seen over 4,000 participants to date. Our company has been supporting management improvement utilizing IT, primarily for small and medium-sized manufacturing businesses, under the philosophy of "making the companies and people we are connected with happy." At this summit, we will share perspectives on the future of industry based on our practical experience in the field. For more details, please refer to the related links.

We are pleased to announce that we will be speaking at the "Digital Management Conference in NAGANO" (organized by the Nagano Prefecture IT Coordinator Association) to be held on February 13, 2026 (Friday). As the demand for addressing labor shortages and technological innovation increases, digital technologies, including generative AI, are significantly transforming the manufacturing and working styles of small and medium-sized enterprises. This conference will focus on the theme "Transforming Small and Medium-Sized Enterprise Management with Generative AI - Digital Transformation Starting from the Field," providing a platform to learn about practical DX and the utilization of generative AI. In our presentation, we will discuss "Business Improvement and Labor Shortage Measures Utilizing AI," highlighting realistic AI utilization cases in small and medium-sized manufacturing companies. We look forward to your participation. For more details, please refer to the related link.

Recently, I have seen a significant increase in the number of materials and meeting minutes created using generative AI around me. However, have you not only seen them but also tried using them yourself? Table of Contents 1. Initial Impressions of Generative AI 2. Triggers for Utilization 3. Thoughts from Actual Use 4. Conclusion Please see the related links for more.

Recently, there have been cases of "spoofing emails" that impersonate our company name and representatives, requesting the creation of LINE groups and the sending of QR codes. These emails have no connection to our company whatsoever. Furthermore, we will never individually request the creation of LINE groups or the sending of QR codes. If you receive a suspicious email, please do not reply, access any URLs, or open any attachments; simply delete the email. For more details, please refer to the related links.

On December 15, 2025 (Monday), we published the magazine "Tekunowa" Vol. 5. ■ About the publication "Tekunowa" "Tekunowa" is a magazine published twice a year with the concept of "connecting the 'circle' of manufacturing companies that are users of TechnoA." It is distributed to user companies of the production management system "TECHS" series, as well as to various companies that have connections with us through opportunities such as exhibitions and visits to our company. We have previously introduced the innovative initiatives of user companies and received positive feedback. For more details, please see the related link.

Microsoft has announced that it will end support for Basic Authentication in Client Submission (SMTP Authentication) for Exchange Online between March and April 2026. Once this support is discontinued, sending emails using Basic Authentication (SMTP AUTH) will no longer be possible. Therefore, we would like to provide information regarding the affected features and planned responses in the TECHS series as follows. Reference: Microsoft Information Exchange Online to retire Basic auth for Client Submission (SMTP AUTH) Retirement of Basic Authentication for Exchange Online Please see the related links for more information.

The end of the year and the beginning of the new year is an excellent time to reflect on the past year and plan for the next. How did your company approach DX in 2025? Did you consider implementing a production management system? Did you take a step forward in utilizing AI? This article provides a practical guide to objectively evaluate your DX efforts in 2025 and to formulate specific strategies for 2026. Why not take the time during the year-end and New Year to carefully review your company's DX strategy? For more details, please see the related links.