Toward a Future Co-Created by People and Digital Technology

Executive Officer, Head of Digital Transformation Center
Hidehiko Furuya

Thank you very much for visiting our Digital Transformation ( DX ) Portal. In recent years, digital technologies such as generative AI have evolved dramatically, bringing innovation to both daily life and industry. However, technology alone cannot realize a sustainable future. Human creativity and strong willpower are essential. At Nippon Steel Engineering, we place people at the center and leverage digital technologies as tools to solve social issues, working together to build a better future.

Addressing Social Challenges

We face a wide range of challenges, including climate change, a declining labor force, and increasing disaster risks. To overcome these, a harmonious and mutually supportive approach between people and technology is required. Our company is committed to tackling these issues through a dual focus on “technological innovation” and “digital transformation,” striving toward a sustainable society.

For example, in plant operations, we support safe and secure management by introducing AI-based anomaly detection and robots that replace physically demanding tasks. These efforts are made possible through our proprietary integrated platform, Think Platform®. In construction sites, we have adopted 3D model-based management methods, significantly improving the efficiency and precision of urban infrastructure and plant construction. In the power business, we use weather data to forecast power generation and demand, optimizing market transactions and enabling efficient energy use. These initiatives exemplify how DX can contribute to our daily lives.

Realizing DX with People at the Core

In promoting DX, our top priority is placing people at the center. To fully harness digital technologies and deliver new value to society, the role of people is indispensable. We offer a comprehensive talent development program that enables our employees not only to acquire basic digital skills but also to demonstrate applied capabilities and leadership. Through this initiative, we foster a corporate culture where people and technology complement each other and pave the way for the future.

Our Vision for the DX Portal

This portal introduces Nippon Steel Engineering’s concrete DX achievements and solution examples in an easy-to-understand manner. By showcasing the creativity and challenges undertaken by each of our employees, we also hope to convey the importance of promoting DX with people at its core. We would be delighted if you could sense not only the essence of our DX projects but also the passion and dedication behind them.

Toward a Sustainable Society

Nippon Steel Engineering aims to build a sustainable and vibrant future society by strongly advancing the twin pillars of “technological innovation” and “digital transformation.” We will continue to take on innovative initiatives to enhance the sustainability of society and industry. We also hope to share the outcomes of our efforts with you and work together to shape the future.

In Closing

This portal will continue to evolve based on your feedback, providing even more comprehensive information. We sincerely appreciate your continued support and interest in Nippon Steel Engineering.

 

NIPPON STEEL ENGINEERING CO., LTD.
Executive Officer, Head of Digital Transformation Center
Hidehiko Furuya