Genba Hub

Genba Hub Corporation, established in April 2022, provides a specialized, cloud-based business management system for the construction and maintenance industry in Japan. The company, originally founded as ARTISAN, is headquartered in Shibuya, Tokyo. The firm's mission is to build a foundational infrastructure for on-site work, aiming to maximize the value of skilled labor through digital solutions. The initial development of its core system began in July 2021, culminating in the company's official launch.

The company was co-founded by CEO Okada Mitsumasa and CTO Okinaga Ryo, both graduates of Kyoto University's Faculty of Law and former members of its American football team. Okada's background includes roles at Daikin Industries, where he was involved in sales to air-conditioning construction companies, overseas business planning, and venture capital investment, providing him with direct insight into the industry's operational challenges. Okinaga brings extensive software development experience from his time at several startups. This blend of deep industry knowledge and technical expertise forms the foundation of Genba Hub's strategic approach.

Genba Hub offers an all-in-one Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform designed to streamline and centralize the diverse operations of its clients. The system integrates modules for sales management, customer management, project management, and inventory management, consolidating critical information like project progress, schedules, photos, and reports into a single hub. This service targets construction and facility service companies, helping them manage and streamline their business processes efficiently. The business model is based on providing this cloud software to its clients. The company has successfully secured $1.8 million in funding over two seed rounds, with notable investors including D4V and UB Ventures.

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