Fuji Soft and WAP Begin Strategic Partnership: Addressing Demand for Core System Modernization Among Major Enterprises in Light of the 'SAP 2027 Problem'

Fuji Soft Incorporated (President and CEO: Mitsuhiro Murooka) has entered into a strategic partnership with Works Applications Co., Ltd. (CEO: Osamu Hata) regarding "HUE," a domestic ERP for major enterprises. Through this collaboration, the two companies will combine Fuji Soft's broad technical capabilities with Works Applications' product development expertise to jointly promote the modernization of core systems for major domestic companies, a sector where demand is rapidly increasing.

The 'SAP 2027 Problem': Approximately 2,000 Domestic Companies Face Replacement Decisions

The "SAP 2027 Problem" refers to the end of standard maintenance for SAP ERP 6.0 at the end of 2027. An estimated 2,000 companies in Japan are affected, making the decision to modernize their core systems an urgent priority. Simultaneously, the ERP market has seen a rapid shift toward composability, with a growing demand for "systems that allow for quick business changes by combining granular functions." Amidst these trends, the domestic ERP "HUE," which is optimized for Japanese business practices, is gaining significant attention.

Supporting Complex Business Operations of Japanese Companies with Over 6,700 Standard Functions

HUE is an integrated ERP that covers a wide range of areas, including accounting, sales, project management, and supply chain management. Its adoption is progressing, particularly among companies with annual sales of 100 billion yen or more, enabling business design (Fit to Standard) optimized for Japan-specific legal systems and commercial practices. Furthermore, it allows for the continuous integration of the latest technologies through free version upgrades. It also offers flexible integration with external solutions and services, serving as a foundation for promoting digital transformation (DX).

Total Support for DX Promotion through Domestic ERP and Comprehensive SI Capabilities

Fuji Soft began its collaboration with Works Applications in 2024. The company has supported many clients in the implementation of various core systems, including ERP. Revenue from its ERP business is expected to grow to approximately 3 billion yen in 2025 (130% year-on-year). By providing total support for corporate DX promotion and system modernization with HUE at the core, the company aims to reach 4.5 billion yen in ERP business revenue by 2028.

Works Applications Co., Ltd.

https://www.worksap.co.jp/

Founded in 1996 as Japan's first ERP package vendor, Works Applications has supported the growth of major domestic companies through innovative solutions such as no-customization policies and free version upgrades. Believing in the potential of the individual, the company aims to be a "growth engine" that maximizes the value of both companies and individuals, striving to turn "tasks" into "creation" and making "work" enjoyable.

Comment from Takuya Tomura, Executive Officer, General Manager of Product Management Division I am very pleased with this partnership with Fuji Soft. Fuji Soft possesses extensive knowledge and high execution capabilities in the core business domain. "HUE," provided by WAP, has continued to evolve as an ERP that meets the sophisticated business requirements demanded by major Japanese companies. Through this collaboration, we will combine the business adaptability of "HUE" with Fuji Soft's implementation capabilities to steadily promote our customers' system modernization, business standardization, and the advancement of data utilization.

Features of HUE

・Achieving "Fit to 'Japan' Standard" with overwhelming business coverage

Equipped with various requirements accumulated from implementations at over 2,200 major companies as standard functions. Even major Japanese companies with complex business requirements can achieve "Fit to Standard" without difficulty.

・Keeping up with trends through free version upgrades

Since all requirements are realized through standard functions, there are no additional costs for version upgrades. Trends such as browser and client OS updates are followed within the scope of standard maintenance fees.

・Enabling DX promotion by connecting information

In addition to a wide product lineup, we provide an integration platform that allows for flexible connectivity with peripheral solutions. It can connect freely with SaaS-type services, e-commerce sites, BI tools, etc., and can be utilized as a foundation for promoting DX.

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