Takachiho Koheki Becomes First in Asia to be Certified as a 'Diamond Partner' in Verkada's Partner Program

Takachiho Koheki Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo; President and Representative Director: Takanobu Ide; Securities Code: 2676; hereinafter "the Company") is pleased to announce that as of February 2026, it has been certified as a 'Diamond Partner,' the highest tier in the partner program of Verkada Inc. (Headquarters: California, USA; hereinafter "Verkada"), a global leader in cloud-based physical security solutions. This certification marks the first time a company has achieved this status in Japan and the Asia-Pacific (JAPAC) region, recognizing Takachiho Koheki's comprehensive excellence in sales performance, technical expertise, and implementation and operational support systems as a leading partner in the Asian market.

【Significance of the First JAPAC Certification】

Verkada's partner program evaluates companies based on rigorous criteria, including sales performance, advanced technical knowledge, implementation support capabilities, and a track record of exceptional customer success. Being the first Diamond Partner in the JAPAC region proves that Takachiho Koheki possesses top-tier knowledge, technical skills, and implementation experience regarding Verkada products, not only in Japan but across the entire Asian region.

Boudewijn Pesch, Vice President of Channel Sales for the JAPAC region at Verkada, stated: "As digital transformation accelerates among Japanese companies, there is a growing need for integrated, AI-powered solutions that prioritize safety, privacy, and operational efficiency. Takachiho Koheki is a vital partner in driving this transformation together, and through our collaboration, we are committed to establishing a new standard for physical security that is simpler, smarter, and highly scalable."

【Value Provided as a Diamond Partner】

With this certification, the Company will further strengthen its strategic partnership with Verkada to provide the following services to customers:

• JAPAC's First Expert Implementation Support: Top-tier system design and construction based on extensive know-how cultivated since the early stages of the technology.
• Strong Relationship with the Manufacturer: High-quality maintenance and support enabled by rapid technical feedback derived from a wealth of implementation experience.
• Advanced Security Solutions: Provision of the latest physical security infrastructure that integrates AI security cameras, access control, environmental sensors, and alarms.

Being certified as a top-tier official Verkada partner is a testament to the Company's product understanding, proposal capabilities, and extensive track record. This will enhance trust from customers and partner companies while further strengthening the Company's brand value in the cloud-based physical security sector. Furthermore, this certification enables the creation of new business opportunities and market development using Verkada products. Amid rising interest in cloud security, the Company expects to expand proposal opportunities across a wide range of industries and facilities, including manufacturing, logistics, retail, educational institutions, and medical/welfare facilities. Moving forward, the Company will promote the provision of high-value-added solutions that go beyond traditional security, utilizing video data and various sensor information to drive business improvement and digital transformation for its customers.