Software as a service: KDDI to expand its investment in open innovation
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KDDI Corporation announced that it added “B2B SaaS Fund Program” to its “KDDI Open Innovation Fund No.3” investment program, which aims to invest in ventures, in view of growing cloud computing and SaaS（Software as a Service）markets.
KDDI Corporation has long been providing corporate customers with cloud services, including SaaS, through partnerships with cloud operators in Japan and overseas.
The company said it established a program to actively invest in and support B2B SaaS ventures that are expected to lead clients’ business reforms, as the market is expected to expand further.
As the first project, the company decided to invest in BizteX Inc, which operates cloud RPAs (Robotic Process Automation).
By supporting companies through programs and creating businesses that utilize the resources and technologies of KDDI Group, the Company is supporting corporate customers to utilize a variety of SaaS, and is contributing to business expansion through work style reforms and digital transformation.
Original Text: https://ampmedia.jp/2020/04/20/kddi-15/