FPT and DataCamp Sign Strategic Partnership

FPT Japan Holdings Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of FPT Corporation (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Do Van Khac; hereinafter "FPT"), announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with U.S.-based DataCamp Inc. (Headquarters: New York, USA; hereinafter "DataCamp") to establish a strategic collaboration aimed at cultivating AI talent and supporting corporate transformation in the Japanese market.

This partnership aims to leverage the respective strengths of both companies to deliver new services that enhance the competitiveness of Japanese enterprises amid rapidly growing demand for AI and data-literate professionals.

Background of the Collaboration

In Japan, as digital transformation (DX) advances, the shortage of AI and data-savvy talent has become a significant challenge for businesses. The need for AI adoption now extends beyond IT departments, requiring skill development across management and all business units.

FPT brings extensive experience and expertise in supporting Japanese enterprises and AI transformation, while DataCamp offers a globally recognized AI and data science education platform used by numerous enterprises and learners worldwide.

Aligned by a shared mission to address societal challenges through education, both companies aim to accelerate AI talent development in Japan.

FPT has long provided AI talent development and transformation support services to Japanese companies. This collaboration further strengthens and enhances those efforts.

Overview of the Collaboration

1. Joint Delivery of AI Workforce Transformation Services

FPT will lead the delivery of AI talent development and transformation support services tailored to Japanese enterprises.

These services will be offered as an end-to-end solution, spanning from AI strategy formulation to training and implementation:

Advisory: AI strategy development, skills assessment, training program design

Education/Development: Training and workshops leveraging DataCamp’s platform

Implementation and Validation: Short-term projects to demonstrate the impact of AI adoption

2. Service Provision for Existing DataCamp Customers in Japan

FPT will provide the following services to DataCamp’s existing customers in Japan:

Japanese-language customer support and assistance

Delivery of training programs and workshops

Support for localization of course materials and content

These initiatives aim to enhance the quality of learning experiences for Japanese enterprises.

3. Joint Market Expansion Efforts

To promote AI literacy and raise awareness in Japan, both companies will jointly pursue the following activities:

Co-hosting exhibitions, seminars, and webinars

Joint marketing initiatives and content creation

Enhancement of Japanese-language learning environments

Additionally, both companies will work to expand educational opportunities, including offering free access to universities and educational institutions.

Future Outlook

Going forward, the partnership will focus on expanding its reach in Japan, with future expansion into markets such as South Korea and ASEAN countries under consideration, aiming for broader growth across Asia. Both companies anticipate significant business growth through this joint venture in AI workforce transformation and aim for sustained, medium- to long-term development.

Statements from Stakeholders

Jonathan Cornelissen, Co-founder & CEO, DataCamp Inc.

"I am very excited to announce our strategic partnership with FPT. DataCamp has long supported organizations worldwide in building data and AI capabilities. Japan represents a key market with significant growth potential, and FPT is the ideal partner with its strong technical expertise and deep market understanding. By combining DataCamp’s learning platform with FPT’s AI consulting and talent development services, we will empower Japanese enterprises to build the skills needed to achieve greater business outcomes. This collaboration marks the first step, and we look forward to what comes next."

Takahiro Onouchi, Executive Officer, FPT Japan Holdings [FPT Corporation Group]

"At FPT, we are actively enhancing our AI talent development and transformation support services, including our AI adoption framework 'CASAN.' To expand AI adoption across organizations, it is essential to improve AI and data literacy not only among specialists but across the broader workforce. Through this collaboration with DataCamp, we expect to provide more systematic and practical support for enterprise AI talent development. By combining our strengths, we aim to accelerate AI adoption for our clients and contribute to the broader adoption of AI across Japanese society."

About DataCamp

Headquarters: New York, NY, USA

Website: https://www.datacamp.com/

DataCamp is a global provider of an online learning platform specialized in data science, AI, and analytics. It offers interactive, hands-on training for individuals and enterprises, and is widely used by learners and organizations around the world. Through the development of data and AI talent, DataCamp supports organizations in enhancing decision-making and driving business transformation.

About FPT Japan Holdings

Headquarters: 33rd Floor, Sumitomo Realty Tokyo Mita Garden Tower, 3-5-19 Mita, Minato-ku, Tokyo

Website: https://fptsoftware.jp/

FPT Japan Holdings is the Japanese subsidiary of FPT Software, the global IT services arm of Vietnam’s leading ICT company, FPT Group. Established in 2005, the company aims to bridge cultural, economic, and knowledge exchanges between Vietnam and Japan, delivering maximum value to Japanese clients through advanced technology-driven services and solutions. Today, it offers a wide range of end-to-end services—including RPA, blockchain, AI, cloud, ERP, and big data analytics—to support Japanese enterprises in achieving digital transformation (DX).

Related Link

FPT Announces Strategic Framework 'CASAN' to Support Transformation into AI-Native Enterprises:

https://fptsoftware.jp/newsroom/news-and-press-release/press-release/20260624