株式会社SHIFT

🍜 Ramen Digital Transformation 🍜 What does SHIFT do for our clients in #Japan? We get this question a lot. Here is a case study of one of our clients in the ramen business. Challenges: ・Critical shortage of IT personnel due to staff turnover ・Difficulty attracting qualified IT talent in remote locations ・Limited capacity to manage complex IT operations amid steady expansion ・Siloed internal communication and reliance on fragmented systems How SHIFT helped: ✅ Quickly filled critical IT staffing gaps with dedicated onsite support ✅ Enhanced productivity by centralizing internal systems (JIRA, Salesforce) ✅ Reduced operational complexity, enabling smoother communication across departments ✅ Fostered agility through proactive problem-solving and hands-on support ✅ Created a scalable IT infrastructure supporting future restaurant expansions Impact: ・Significantly improved internal IT capabilities ・Accelerated digital transformation ・Established SHIFT as a trusted, long-term strategic partner Looking forward to continued collaboration and success! #DigitalTransformation #DX #CaseStudy #CustomerSuccess Want to learn more about projects you can work on at SHIFT? Follow our LinkedIn page for daily updates!

Want More Career Opportunities in Japan? Here’s the Key. Speaking Japanese—how much does it really matter for your career? Bryan Cheng, from Build+ (formerly Wahl+Case), shares insight! 🔹 Why Japanese Matters for Your Job Search ・More job options and opportunities become available. ・Even if you're not fluent, internal communication skills can be enough. ・Reaching a high level of fluency gives you access to almost any role. Whether you're an engineer, a project manager, or in another field, improving your Japanese skills could be the key to unlocking your next big career move. What’s your experience with Japanese in the workplace? Let us know in the comments! 🚀 Thank you to Bryan Cheng, Tadaaki (Aki) Ide, Anju Kajihara (Strömer), Victor Queiroz, Bryan Rios, and Mona Ose. #CareerGrowth #JapanJobs #Hiring #WorkinJapan Want to learn more about working in Japan? Follow our LinkedIn page for daily updates!

★SHIFT USA’s Challenge to the World! ／ SHIFT USA設立、日本から世界へ挑戦！★   I was interviewed by MARR (Mergers and Acquisitions Research Report) about SHIFT USA's strategy!   SHIFT USA (Headquartered in California, USA)  was established for the following three purposes. 1. Customer’s Global Business Support 2. Cross-boarder M&A 3. Technology Research   Through SHIFT USA, I will support the overseas expansion of Japanese clients and aim to serve as a bridge between the U.S. and Japan. I will then participate in the local startup ecosystem to discover the next game changer technologies and business models, while actively exploring opportunities for capital/business alliances and M&A.   Delivering “Made in Japan” Quality to the World.   I'm looking forward to doing business with you!     2月に立ち上げたSHIFT USAの戦略についてM&A専門誌『MARR』のインタビュー取材を受けました。 https://lnkd.in/g9xv7uYM   SHIFT USA（本社：米国カリフォルニア州）の設立の目的は下記の3つになります。 1. お客様の海外進出サポート 2. 海外M&Aの推進 3. 海外新技術発掘   SHIFT USAを通じて、先ずは日本のお客様の海外進出をサポートするとともに、日米のビジネスの架け橋となることを目指していきます。 その上で、現地シリコンバレーのスタートアップエコシステムに参画し、次なるゲームチェンジャーとなる技術やビジネスモデルの発掘に取り組みつつ、資本業務提携やM&Aの機会も積極的に開拓していきます。   株式会社SHIFTの強みである “Made in Japan”の品質を世界へ。   引き続き宜しくお願いします！     #global #globalexpansion #usa #startups #businessdevelopment #mergersandacquisitions #mergers #acquisitions #hbsalumni #hbs #harvardbusinessschool #exedhbs #hbspld #pld #pld27 #pldeverywhere #lifelonglearning

🚀 AI Careers at SHIFT – Competitive Salaries & Career Growth 🚀 Are you an AI professional looking for your next big opportunity? SHIFT is expanding its AI team, offering exciting roles with competitive salaries, career progression, and the chance to work on cutting-edge AI solutions. 💼 Open Positions: 🔹 AI Engineer (¥8M–¥12M/year) – Build LLM-powered applications & AI automation. 🔹 AI Consultant (¥10M–¥20M/year) – Guide businesses in AI adoption & strategy. 🔹 AI Pre-Sales Specialist (¥7M–¥15M/year) – Shape AI solutions & drive sales. 📈 Career Growth: From AI Developer (¥7M–¥10M) to AI Strategy Consultant (¥15M–¥20M+), SHIFT provides a clear path for professional advancement. Check out the details in the carousel! ⬇️ #AI #CareerGrowth #Hiring #JapanJobs #WorkinJapan

🎉 Wahl+Case is now Build+ 🎉 We’re excited to share that one of our group companies, Wahl+Case has rebranded as Build+ (formerly Wahl+Case)+! Since joining SHIFT in May 2023, they’ve been working to align their brand in a new direction, and this transformation marks the next step in our journey. While their name has changed, their commitment remains the same: Always do what is in the best interest of our customers. Always. We look forward to growing together—stay tuned for what’s next! #BuildPlus #JapanJobs #Rebrand #Recruitment #Hiring

💡 Common Challenges for Project Managers 💡 Chad Lafferty, CEO of Build+ (formerly Wahl+Case), shares key challenges project managers face. 🔹 Scoping & Planning ・Define project scope accurately. ・Anticipate potential challenges. ・Stay proactive to prevent bigger issues. 🔹 Handling Unexpected Issues ・Problems will arise—stay prepared. ・Respond efficiently and calmly. ・Adaptability is key. 🔹 Maintaining Professionalism ・Be polite, even when addressing faults. ・Communicate clearly and respectfully. ・Balance client satisfaction with project success. What challenges have you faced? Thank you to Tadaaki (Aki) Ide, Chad Lafferty, Anju Kajihara (Strömer), Victor Queiroz, Bryan Rios, and Mona Ose for making this happen. #ProjectManagement #Hiring #CareerChallenges #India #JapanJobs Want to learn more about working in Japan? Follow our LinkedIn page for daily updates!

💰AI Salaries in #Japan: How Much Can You Earn?💰 If you're looking to transition into AI or level up your career, here’s what you can expect at SHIFT! 🔹 AI Engineer (¥8M – ¥12M/year) ・Build LLM-powered apps & AI automation tools ・Work with OpenAI, LangChain, AWS, and Python ・Lead AI product development & rapid prototyping 🔹 AI Consultant (¥10M – ¥20M/year) ・Guide businesses in AI adoption & digital transformation ・Work on strategic AI implementation for major enterprises ・Bridge technical AI concepts with business needs 🔹 AI Pre-Sales Specialist (¥7M – ¥15M/year) ・Design AI solutions & business strategies ・Work closely with clients to scope AI projects ・Strong mix of AI expertise & business acumen 💡 Why work at SHIFT? ✅ Hybrid work & low overtime (avg. 8h/month!) ✅ Fast career growth with salary revisions 2x per year ✅ Exciting AI projects with top-tier enterprise clients Want to learn more? Follow our #LinkedIn page for daily updates!

What Skills Do You Need to Be an IT Consultant? Shivangi Dharne, from Build+ (formerly Wahl+Case), shares how IT consulting is a broad field, and the required skills vary depending on the area of expertise. However, some key technical skills stand out across different specializations. 🔹 Programming & Data Analytics SQL, Python, Java Data analytics skills for handling large datasets 🔹 Cloud Technologies AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Managing cloud-based infrastructure and solutions 🔹 Cybersecurity & Networking Cybersecurity protocols IT infrastructure and networking skills Whether you're looking to break into IT consulting or expand your skill set, these technical areas can help you stay competitive. Which skill do you think is most important in today's IT landscape? Let us know in the comments! Thank you to Shivangi Dharne, Tadaaki (Aki) Ide, Anju Kajihara (Strömer), Victor Queiroz, Bryan Rios, and Mona Ose. #ITConsultant #TechSkills #CareerGrowth #JapanJobs #Hiring Want to learn more about working in Japan? Follow our LinkedIn page for daily updates!

🚀 How to Become an AI Engineer – Step by Step AI is transforming industries, and AI engineers are in high demand. If you’re thinking about transitioning into AI, here’s how you can get started: 🔹 Step 1: Master AI Fundamentals Learn the basics—math, ML, deep learning, and NLP with tools like TensorFlow and PyTorch. 🔹 Step 2: Get Hands-On with AI Tools Work with Python (NumPy, Pandas, Scikit-Learn), ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch), and cloud AI platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP). 🔹 Step 3: Build AI Projects Start small with image recognition, stock prediction, or chatbots, then level up with generative AI, AI-powered search, and automation tools. 🔹 Step 4: Transition Your Career 💻 Software Engineers – Shift from backend/frontend to AI model development. 📊 Data Scientists – Deepen generative AI & MLOps knowledge. 🛠️ Non-Tech Professionals – Start with data analysis & low-code AI tools. 🔹 Step 5: Land an AI Job! Once you're ready, start applying. SHIFT is hiring AI professionals in Japan! 🎯 AI Engineer – Work on generative AI, ML, and automation. 🎯 AI Consultant – Help businesses integrate AI. 🎯 AI Pre-Sales Specialist – Design AI solutions for clients. SHIFT is leading AI innovation with tools like Tensai-kun (No-Prompt AI) and AI Document Reverse Engineering. 🚀 Ready to take the leap into AI? Let’s connect! #AI #MachineLearning #AIEngineer #CareerGrowth

SHIFT participated in Developers Summit 2025 with a booth featuring our interactive Agile QA board game! 🎲✨ Over two days, many attendees stopped by to play and learn about Agile QA in a fun and engaging way. As a bonus, participants received exclusive SHIFT merchandise! Thank you to everyone who visited our booth—we loved connecting with you! Stay tuned for more events and initiatives from SHIFT. 🚀 #DevOps #AgileQA #Hiring #JapanJobs #DevelopersSummit2025