Launch of Support Services for METI-Led 'Security Countermeasure Evaluation System'

GRCS Inc. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, President and CEO: Yoshikazu Sasaki, hereinafter 'our company') announces the launch of the 'Security Countermeasure Evaluation System Support Service' (hereinafter 'this service'). This service targets companies aiming to acquire a '★3' rating in the 'Security Countermeasure Evaluation System for Strengthening Supply Chains' (hereinafter 'SCS Evaluation System'), which is spearheaded by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) and aims to start around the end of FY2026. By utilizing this service, companies can implement effective cybersecurity measures based on the latest draft evaluation criteria. In recent years, the damage from cyberattacks that affect not just a single company but also its business partners has become increasingly severe. With the urgent need to strengthen cybersecurity measures across society as a whole, METI is proceeding with the construction of a new evaluation system, the 'SCS Evaluation System,' aimed at improving the security level of the entire supply chain. While the conventional ISMS (Information Security Management System) emphasizes an 'organization's management structure,' the 'SCS Evaluation System' is characterized by its baseline approach that primarily evaluates IT infrastructure and emphasizes the 'implementation of concrete countermeasures.' By acquiring a star mark, companies can not only reduce security risks but also easily prove their countermeasure status to business partners, enjoying benefits such as reducing the cost of explaining individual checklist responses and clarifying the next issues to tackle. About the 'SCS Evaluation System' (METI website): https://www.meti.go.jp/press/2025/03/20260327001/20260327001.html This service supports companies aiming to acquire '★3', which is the minimum security measure (self-evaluation with expert confirmation) that all supply chain companies should implement among the step-by-step indicators of the 'SCS Evaluation System'. Based on the draft evaluation criteria currently published, it analyzes the gap between the company's current status and the requirements, presenting recommended actions. Main Services: - Conducts evaluations from four perspectives: organization/structure, tools, documents, and operations, based on the seven major classifications required by the 'SCS Evaluation System'. - Prepares a 'Security Requirements and Evaluation Criteria Current Status Report', where our experts explain lacking measures and improvement plans. Service URL: https://www.grcs.co.jp/consulting/scs Furthermore, as an option, we can provide consistent support tailored to a company's current challenges, such as preparing documents and introducing/building security solutions. We support the construction of an effective defense system capable of withstanding supply chain attacks, rather than just an evaluation in name only. We can also provide individual consultations for companies aiming to acquire '★4'. Our company will continue to support advanced risk management activities of enterprises, contributing to the construction of a safe supply chain and the strengthening of cyber resilience across society. Company Name: GRCS Inc. Representative: Yoshikazu Sasaki, President and CEO Location: Palace Building 5F, 1-1-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo Established: March 2005 Capital: 116 million yen Listing Market: Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth (Securities Code: 9250) Business Contents: GRC and security-related solution business URL: https://www.grcs.co.jp/