Editor's Note

Empowering Japan's Innovation Journey

The business environment in Japan is changing remarkably, with the help of both, conventional and new approaches. Long associated with manufacturing and technological facilities, Japan is now in a context characterized by changing global economy, demographics and technology. The decline in the working population coupled with aging demographics puts pressure on Japan to change. This has promoted automation and artificial intelligence, hence changing sectors such as manufacturing and services. Technology, operational efficiency, environment, and sustainable development are now the priorities of the Japanese business. In addition, the country’s efforts to transform into a green innovation powerhouse through the use of renewable power sources for electrical production are revolutionizing its industrial plans and spending patterns.

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