HITOTSU

HITOTSU is a healthcare technology startup founded in March 2020 with the mission to "make Japanese medical care profitable." The company was established by Mitsuki Tamura, a clinical engineer who experienced inefficiencies in medical equipment management firsthand. Tamura's vision was to solve industry-wide problems he faced during his seven years at a general hospital. He is now the company's chairman, while Kimihiko Sato serves as the CEO. Sato brings extensive experience from the healthcare sector, including strategic consulting for pharmaceutical and medical device companies at Boston Consulting Group and a tenure as a bio-venture CEO.

The company develops and provides Digital Transformation (DX) services for the medical industry. Its two main products are "HITOTSU Asset" and "HITOTSU Link." HITOTSU Asset is a cloud-based subscription service for managing medical equipment and other hospital assets. It allows multiple staff members to track the real-time status of thousands of devices, replacing traditional management methods like self-made files or expensive on-premise systems. HITOTSU Link is a communication tool designed specifically for the healthcare industry, connecting medical institutions with their suppliers, such as pharmaceutical companies and device manufacturers. This platform aims to eliminate communication inefficiencies from reliance on phone calls and in-person visits. The business model for Link involves charging a connection fee to companies, while hospitals can use the tool for free.

HITOTSU aims to become the industry standard platform by providing high-quality, user-friendly tools that comply with Japan's stringent guidelines for handling medical information. The company has successfully raised capital through multiple funding rounds, including a Series A2 round of 110 million yen, to fuel product development and marketing efforts. By addressing issues like operational efficiency, workflow reform, and information security, HITOTSU strives to improve the financial health of hospitals, a significant challenge in Japan where over half operate at a loss.

Keywords: medical DX, healthcare technology, hospital management software, medical asset management, clinical engineer, healthcare communication platform, SaaS, cloud service, HITOTSU Asset, HITOTSU Link, medical device management, hospital efficiency, healthcare administration, Japanese healthcare, medtech, health-tech, B2B, subscription model, hospital profitability, workflow automation