Oita Prefecture Adopts 'GMO Sign Electronic Official Seal' to Digitize Disposition Notices [GMO GlobalSign Holdings]
Expectations for improved administrative efficiency and better services for residents.
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- 📰 Published: March 31, 2026 at 20:30
GMO GlobalSign Holdings K.K. (President & CEO: Mitsuru Aoyama; hereinafter 'GMO GlobalSign HD') announces that its service for digitizing administrative disposition notices, 'GMO Sign Administrative Reform DX Electronic Official Seal' (hereinafter 'GMO Sign Electronic Official Seal'), was adopted by Oita Prefecture (Governor: Kiichiro Sato) in February 2026. With this, Oita Prefecture can now issue disposition notices (official documents issued by administrative agencies based on laws and regulations) as electronic documents with electronic signatures, replacing the traditional paper-based process. This is expected to reduce the time and costs associated with printing and mailing, enable faster issuance, improve administrative efficiency within the government, and enhance public services for the benefit of residents. Full-scale operation is scheduled to begin in April 2026. The decision was driven by the 'introduction support' provided by dedicated staff, as well as the service's ability to handle official signatures, ISMAP security certification, and support for manual creation and regulatory revisions.
FAQ
What is GMO Sign Electronic Official Seal?
A service that digitizes official seals for government notices, enabling signing, issuance, and management via digital certificates.
Why did Oita Prefecture adopt it?
As part of their DX strategy to improve administrative efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance services for residents.
Is it secure?
Yes, it is ISMAP-certified and compliant with Digital Agency guidelines, ensuring high security standards.