On September 18th, CMC Japan celebrated the opening of its third office in Tokyo—a key milestone in its 7-year journey of bringing Vietnamese technology to Japan. This expansion highlights CMC Japan’s leadership in advancing the “AI-X” strategy, further solidifying its position following its membership in the Japan Business Federation (Keidanren). 

Commitment to Accelerating AI Transformation: CMC Opens Third Office in Japan

CMC Japan celebrated the opening of its third office with a formal ceremony at the Gajoen Tokyo Hotel, under the theme “Enable Your AI-X.” This event marked a major milestone in CMC Corporation’s global “AI Transformation” strategy for 2024-2028. Establishing this new office is a key move in advancing the company’s vision.

The “Enable Your AI-X” message reflects CMC’s commitment to leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to drive innovation and promote a digital economy. It aims not only to support digital transformation efforts for Japanese businesses but also to introduce AI-driven processes across a range of industries, enhancing cognitive capabilities.

Mr. Nguyen Duc Minh, Interim Chargé d’affaires of the Vietnamese Embassy in Japan, attended the ceremony and commended CMC’s impressive growth over the past 30 years. He highlighted the new office as a testament to the company’s expanding presence in the Japanese market.

In his presentation of the AI Transformation Strategy, Mr. Nguyen Trung Chinh, Chairman and CEO of CMC Technology Corporation, stressed the importance of Japan in CMC’s global expansion strategy. He acknowledged that CMC’s achievements in Japan have opened doors to more competitive markets like the U.S. and Europe. With the opening of this third office, CMC reaffirms its commitment to leading AI transformation and delivering innovative solutions that enable businesses to optimize their digital transformation and AI capabilities.

During the event, CMC Japan revealed its new membership in the Japan Business Federation (Keidanren), one of the most prominent organizations shaping Japan’s economic policies and international economic relations. This membership creates opportunities for strategic partnerships with top corporations and underscores CMC’s dedication to supporting Japan’s socio-economic growth through cutting-edge AI solutions.

CMC Japan’s 7-Year Journey of Establishing Trust in Japan

CMC Japan is one of four key strategic business units within CMC Corporation’s international division. As a leading global digital service provider, CMC Japan collaborates with numerous top 500 global companies, including major brands like Honda, LG, SBT, and Samsung, along with leading businesses across 30 countries spanning Asia-Pacific, Europe, and the U.S.

With over 5,000 employees, CMC has grown into a regional enterprise, boasting a revenue and corporate value of around $400 million. CMC Japan, which operates in Japan—the second-largest IT market after the U.S. (according to Gartner)—accounts for about 30% of CMC’s total workforce. Over the past seven years, CMC Japan has forged strategic partnerships with many major corporations, helping them address challenges and solidify their standing in Japan’s digital economy.

One notable client is a top 10 global automotive manufacturer, with CMC serving as a key partner in several major digital transformation initiatives. A representative from this company shared their thoughts at the event, stating: “CMC not only excels in technical expertise, but I also appreciate the dedication and eagerness to learn of their Vietnamese engineers. Our teams share a similar spirit, which has driven our success so far. This commonality makes me confident that CMC and our company will continue to build a strong, enduring partnership, and I look forward to even greater growth together.”

In addition to its recent membership in Keidanren, CMC Japan has played a role in establishing the Vietnam-Japan Digital Transformation Association (VADX Japan). Through this, CMC Japan is committed to driving innovation and transferring advanced digital technologies like AI, contributing to socio-economic growth.

AI Transformation Strategy: Global Vision and the Japan Story

CMC Corporation recently unveiled its AI Transformation Strategy, which centers on fostering a culture of AI adoption, creating a modern work environment, and training a highly skilled workforce. This prepares CMC’s employees to integrate AI technology into their daily operations, enabling the company to deliver innovative solutions, improve efficiency, streamline business processes, and better meet the needs of clients both domestically and internationally.

A key aspect of this strategy is CMC’s focus on Japan as a crucial market. In the education sector, CMC is pioneering a digital university model, which will soon evolve into an AI University. The company also plans to collaborate with industry leaders like Nvidia to provide AI infrastructure for major corporations, partnering with global companies such as Honda and Samsung. Through this approach, CMC aims to scale up to a billion-dollar enterprise by 2028, with a workforce of 15,000 employees, 5,000 of whom will be dedicated to the Japanese market, and 50% of its revenue derived from AI technology.

Notably, CMC is committed to developing responsible AI, ensuring that its products create value for both customers and the community. With a long-term, sustainable vision, the company seeks to collaborate and share knowledge, solidifying its leadership in the AI industry in both Vietnam and the global market.