eiicon Releases 'CVC Evolution 2026' Dataset: Analyzing Success Factors from 117 Companies
eiicon Corporation, in collaboration with XSprout, has released 'CVC Evolution 2026,' a dataset detailing the reality of CVC activities in large Japanese enterprises based on 117 responses. The findings suggest that organizational infrastructure, such as specialized talent and evaluation systems, is essential for CVC success.
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## Overview
eiicon Corporation, operator of one of Japan's largest open innovation platforms 'AUBA,' has announced the release of 'CVC Evolution 2026: Complete Data Collection of 117 CVCs' (this dataset) through XSprout, a joint venture with Spiral Innovation Partners.
## Background and Purpose
While CVC has gained attention as a means for creating new businesses, many firms face challenges such as balancing investments with business collaboration, measuring outcomes, and coordinating with internal business units. This survey targets 117 large Japanese enterprises with experience in minority investments in startups, aiming to quantitatively identify how operational approaches influence performance.
## Key Survey Points
Using XSprout's proprietary diagnostic framework, 'Corporate Venturing Finder,' the survey analyzed results from nine perspectives. It suggested that beyond quantitative indicators like investment volume or years of activity, the following foundational elements are critical for success:
- Availability of specialized personnel to handle post-investment collaboration.
- Preparation of receiving structures within business units.
- Design of performance indicators and training environments.
## Dataset Overview
- Title: CVC Evolution 2026: Complete Data Collection of 117 CVCs
- Target: CVC and new business managers at large Japanese companies (117 firms)
- Format: PDF (17 pages)
- Issuer: XSprout Inc.
- Access: https://forms.office.com/r/Q9HkZq1krp
## Event Information
To coincide with the publication, an event series will explore key themes. The first session will analyze the current landscape of Japanese CVCs based on the data and share real-world challenges and insights from industry practitioners.
eiicon Corporation, operator of one of Japan's largest open innovation platforms 'AUBA,' has announced the release of 'CVC Evolution 2026: Complete Data Collection of 117 CVCs' (this dataset) through XSprout, a joint venture with Spiral Innovation Partners.
## Background and Purpose
While CVC has gained attention as a means for creating new businesses, many firms face challenges such as balancing investments with business collaboration, measuring outcomes, and coordinating with internal business units. This survey targets 117 large Japanese enterprises with experience in minority investments in startups, aiming to quantitatively identify how operational approaches influence performance.
## Key Survey Points
Using XSprout's proprietary diagnostic framework, 'Corporate Venturing Finder,' the survey analyzed results from nine perspectives. It suggested that beyond quantitative indicators like investment volume or years of activity, the following foundational elements are critical for success:
- Availability of specialized personnel to handle post-investment collaboration.
- Preparation of receiving structures within business units.
- Design of performance indicators and training environments.
## Dataset Overview
- Title: CVC Evolution 2026: Complete Data Collection of 117 CVCs
- Target: CVC and new business managers at large Japanese companies (117 firms)
- Format: PDF (17 pages)
- Issuer: XSprout Inc.
- Access: https://forms.office.com/r/Q9HkZq1krp
## Event Information
To coincide with the publication, an event series will explore key themes. The first session will analyze the current landscape of Japanese CVCs based on the data and share real-world challenges and insights from industry practitioners.
FAQ
『CVC進化論2026 データ集』は何に基づいていますか？
スタートアップへのマイノリティ出資経験や検討経験を持つ国内大企業のCVC・新規事業担当者を対象に実施した「CVC活動実態調査2025」（117社回答）に基づいています。
データ集ではどのような項目が分析されていますか？
活動年数、投資件数、EXIT実績、事業連携数、KPI設計、体制・人材育成など、多角的な項目が分析されています。
XSproutが開発した分析フレームワークは何ですか？
CVC運営を9つの観点から可視化する独自診断フレーム「Corporate Venturing Finder」を活用しています。
データ集の閲覧を申し込むにはどうすればよいですか？
Microsoft Formsの専用申し込みフォーム（https://forms.office.com/r/Q9HkZq1krp）より申し込みが可能です。
この調査からどのような示唆が得られましたか？
投資件数や活動年数といった量的指標以上に、投資後の協業を担う専門人材の存在や事業部側の受け皿、評価指標や育成環境といった「基盤」が成果創出に大きく影響することが示唆されました。