SmartESG Launches "Reporting" Function for AI-Powered Disclosure Document Creation Support, Providing End-to-End Assistance from Aggregation to Disclosure Document Creation, Including SSBJ Compliance

Sherpa & Company Inc. (Headquarters: Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Jun Sugimoto; hereinafter "Sherpa") announces that its sustainability data platform "SmartESG" will launch a new function, "SmartESG Reporting" (hereinafter "this function"), on June 1, 2026. This function supports the creation of disclosure documents optimized for AI analysis by evaluation agencies, based on corporate disclosure data. SmartESG Reporting function introduction page: https://smartesg.jp/features/reporting ■ About the "Reporting" function This function allows companies to import their disclosure data into the system, where AI analyzes the disclosure items and generates a draft that serves as the basis for future disclosure documents, structured as editable text and tables. "SmartESG" comprehensively supports the construction of companies' non-financial data infrastructure, from collecting and aggregating diverse sustainability and ESG information from domestic and international bases and suppliers, to advanced analysis based on various evaluation agencies, disclosure standards, and comparisons with other companies. With the addition of this function, which handles the creation of the final output disclosure documents, the value of "SmartESG" as an all-in-one tool is further enhanced, enabling the disclosure process to be completed seamlessly and end-to-end within the system. AI automatically generates the latest draft of integrated reports By simply uploading previously issued disclosure documents (PDF) such as integrated reports, AI automatically reconstructs chapter structures, tables, and text editing frames. This instantly creates a report draft, eliminating the need to build from scratch. Aggregated quantitative indicators are directly reflected in tables Indicator data collected by the "Consolidation" data aggregation function can be directly linked to tables. This eliminates transcription work and prevents update omissions and transcription errors. Updates to original data can be tracked via notifications and batch-reflected to the latest figures with a single click. Output drafts in Word/PDF format for direct integration into production processes Updated drafts can be output in Word or PDF format and immediately used as manuscripts for existing production processes, such as those involving production companies or internal design departments. It also supports managing output history and re-downloading past documents. Version control and edit history visualize the production process In addition to automatic saving (draft saving), it supports saving versions at any time. The edit history allows users to check differences in changes and track the report creation process. This suppresses confusion during multi-person work through proper history management. SmartESG Service Overview ■ Development Background In recent years, the disclosure of corporate sustainability information has progressed, and the quality and quantity of disclosure required from companies have increased. However, in the actual disclosure operations, many analog tasks still exist, such as transcribing information from past documents, complex content adjustments across multiple departments, and reflecting the latest data, consuming significant man-hours. Furthermore, as ESG rating agencies advance AI analysis of information, companies are also required to disclose information structurally so that their efforts are accurately detected and recognized. Against this backdrop, "SmartESG" developed this function to both reduce the man-hours for creating disclosure documents—the "last mile" of disclosure operations—and ensure reliable information transmission. (※) A service capable of collecting and aggregating sustainability-related indicator data from parent companies and domestic and international subsidiaries, in preparation for compliance with disclosure standards such as SSBJ (Sustainability Standards Board of Japan) standards and ESRS (European Sustainability Reporting Standards). About SmartESG "SmartESG" is a platform that comprehensively enhances complex sustainability and ESG information disclosure, from data collection and aggregation to answering, creating disclosure content, advanced analysis, and reporting. It uses AI and other technologies to ensure information consistency and reliability, providing an environment where companies can directly link sustainability to management decisions and continuous corporate value improvement. https://smartesg.jp/ Company Profile Company Name: Sherpa & Company Inc. Representative: Representative Director CEO Jun Sugimoto Location: TERRACE SITE GOTANDA 1F, 3-6-32 Nishi-Gotanda, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo Established: September 2019 Capital: 100 million yen Business: Development and provision of the sustainability data platform "SmartESG," operation of the ESG/sustainability specialized media "ESG Journal Japan," and provision of consulting services "ESG Advisory" by sustainability experts. Corporate Site: https://cierpa.co.jp/ Keywords: