Tohoku University Streamlines Training and Moves Away from In-house Operations with 'SPC Targeted Email Training'
Tohoku University has adopted SourcePod Inc.'s 'SPC Targeted Email Training.' The objective is to solve the challenges of increased burden and outdated content in in-house training operations, achieving greater efficiency and sophistication in their training.
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SourcePod, Inc. (Headquarters: Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Takeshi Yamamoto), a provider of cloud email security, cybersecurity, and security consulting services, announces that Tohoku University, a national university corporation, has adopted its 'SPC Targeted Email Training' service.
**■ Overview**
Tohoku University has regularly conducted targeted email training for its approximately 20,000 members, positioning it as a 'disaster drill-like opportunity to practice responding to suspicious emails.'
However, they faced challenges with the significant burden of the preparation process due to in-house operations and the need to continuously update training content to address increasingly complex and diverse cyberattacks. To streamline training preparation and enhance the sophistication of the content, they introduced 'SPC Targeted Email Training.' The selection process particularly valued the following three points:
**1. Rich Training Email Templates**
- A comprehensive collection of templates not only in Japanese but also in English, accommodating foreign members.
- Frequent template updates allow for training on new attack methods like 'click-fix.'
**2. High Customizability**
- In addition to the email body, it allows for editing of fake login pages and reveal pages, which was difficult with other services, enabling highly flexible training.
**3. Flexible Plan Options**
- Users can choose license types and the availability of operational support to match their desired management structure.
After implementation, the effort required for preparation has been significantly reduced, allowing them to focus on enhancing the training content. As a result, they feel that the quality of the training has improved, and the 'reporting of suspicious emails,' which the university emphasizes, is being carried out more appropriately.
Regarding SourcePod's support system, they commented, 'Their support is extremely thorough. In case of trouble, they promptly and meticulously check logs and propose countermeasures. Functionally, additions and improvements are made based on our requests. It's not just about implementing the system; they provide user-centric support.'
Tohoku University plans to continue strengthening its human security by utilizing 'SPC Targeted Email Training.'
SourcePod aims to support the improvement and maintenance of information security literacy for organizations, including university faculty, staff, and students, by providing effortless, effective, and sustainable information security education services at a reasonable price, thereby contributing to a society where everyone can connect with peace of mind.
**■ Tohoku University Case Study Page**
For a detailed interview on this matter, please visit the following page:
https://www.source-pod.co.jp/cases/20260331.html
**[About SPC Targeted Email Training]**
'SPC Targeted Email Training' offers email training with approximately 300 templates, the most in the industry (*3), starting from 3,000 JPY (excl. tax) per month for 100 emails, the lowest price in the industry (*1). By using the 'SPC Literacy+ Option,' you can combine experiential learning through 'Targeted Email Training' with 'Information Security Education' that supplements it to improve information security knowledge and awareness, starting from 90,000 JPY (excl. tax) for 100 accounts, the lowest price in the industry (*2). Furthermore, SourcePod, as email security experts, offers a continuous experiential training model with training emails mimicking the latest targeted attacks, delivered 4 times a year (minimum 1, maximum 12), handled by us, requiring no effort from administrators. You can use a 'truly effective' targeted email training. For details on this service, please refer to the information below.
**■ Overview**
Tohoku University has regularly conducted targeted email training for its approximately 20,000 members, positioning it as a 'disaster drill-like opportunity to practice responding to suspicious emails.'
However, they faced challenges with the significant burden of the preparation process due to in-house operations and the need to continuously update training content to address increasingly complex and diverse cyberattacks. To streamline training preparation and enhance the sophistication of the content, they introduced 'SPC Targeted Email Training.' The selection process particularly valued the following three points:
**1. Rich Training Email Templates**
- A comprehensive collection of templates not only in Japanese but also in English, accommodating foreign members.
- Frequent template updates allow for training on new attack methods like 'click-fix.'
**2. High Customizability**
- In addition to the email body, it allows for editing of fake login pages and reveal pages, which was difficult with other services, enabling highly flexible training.
**3. Flexible Plan Options**
- Users can choose license types and the availability of operational support to match their desired management structure.
After implementation, the effort required for preparation has been significantly reduced, allowing them to focus on enhancing the training content. As a result, they feel that the quality of the training has improved, and the 'reporting of suspicious emails,' which the university emphasizes, is being carried out more appropriately.
Regarding SourcePod's support system, they commented, 'Their support is extremely thorough. In case of trouble, they promptly and meticulously check logs and propose countermeasures. Functionally, additions and improvements are made based on our requests. It's not just about implementing the system; they provide user-centric support.'
Tohoku University plans to continue strengthening its human security by utilizing 'SPC Targeted Email Training.'
SourcePod aims to support the improvement and maintenance of information security literacy for organizations, including university faculty, staff, and students, by providing effortless, effective, and sustainable information security education services at a reasonable price, thereby contributing to a society where everyone can connect with peace of mind.
**■ Tohoku University Case Study Page**
For a detailed interview on this matter, please visit the following page:
https://www.source-pod.co.jp/cases/20260331.html
**[About SPC Targeted Email Training]**
'SPC Targeted Email Training' offers email training with approximately 300 templates, the most in the industry (*3), starting from 3,000 JPY (excl. tax) per month for 100 emails, the lowest price in the industry (*1). By using the 'SPC Literacy+ Option,' you can combine experiential learning through 'Targeted Email Training' with 'Information Security Education' that supplements it to improve information security knowledge and awareness, starting from 90,000 JPY (excl. tax) for 100 accounts, the lowest price in the industry (*2). Furthermore, SourcePod, as email security experts, offers a continuous experiential training model with training emails mimicking the latest targeted attacks, delivered 4 times a year (minimum 1, maximum 12), handled by us, requiring no effort from administrators. You can use a 'truly effective' targeted email training. For details on this service, please refer to the information below.