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The inspection of fire safety equipment involves burdensome tasks such as managing inspection cycles and preparing reports. Additionally, the impact of labor shortages due to a declining birthrate and an aging population is serious. Oversights in inspections pose significant risks not only for customers but also lead to a loss of trust and decreased revenue for inspection companies. We will explain how thorough inspection management through digital transformation (DX) can achieve compliance with regulations and improve operational efficiency, creating a positive cycle that generates continuous orders. *For more details, please refer to the related links. Feel free to contact us for more information.*

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On December 12, 2025, the revised Construction Industry Law will be fully implemented. The "standard labor costs" categorized by job type and region will be published, making the basis for creating estimates clearer. On the other hand, estimates that significantly fall below this standard will be prohibited by law, and price negotiations will be strictly regulated. We will explain the features of the standard labor costs to be published in December and the measures that the equipment industry should take immediately. *For more details, please refer to the related links. Feel free to contact us for further information.

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There is less than a year until the implementation of the invoice system in October 2023. Have you completed the registration as a qualified invoice issuer? It seems that many companies leave the registration application to their tax accountants, so there may not be too much to worry about. The next thing to consider is the internal systems and responses to business partners regarding the issuance of qualified invoices and the accounting processes for input tax deductions. At this timing, when there is still some leeway to respond, let's review what will change with the invoice system and confirm the key points regarding input tax deductions. *For more details, you can view the blog through the related link. Please feel free to contact us for more information.*

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People involved in cost estimation in the construction industry are probably familiar with construction prices. However, companies with fewer public works may have fewer opportunities to utilize them. Additionally, even if one flips through the construction price book that the company subscribes to regularly when preparing estimates, many may not know how the prices are calculated. It would be a waste to limit the use of construction prices to just public works, so I will explain how to utilize them effectively. *For more details, you can view the related links. Please feel free to contact us for more information.*

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In addition to the soaring prices of construction materials, the rise in gasoline and utility costs shows no signs of stopping. A survey on bankruptcies due to rising prices reveals that the construction industry, including equipment businesses, and small and medium-sized enterprises are particularly severely affected. To avoid bankruptcies caused by rising prices, it is essential to understand the factors that lead to insolvency. We will introduce measures to eliminate deficits, such as cost estimation and cost management, to reduce risks. *For more details, please refer to the related links. Feel free to contact us for more information.

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In October 2022, there was a significant legal amendment that greatly impacted the construction industry, including the equipment sector. This is an amendment to the Construction Industry Law and the Law for the Promotion of Proper Bidding and Contracting for Public Works. It is a legal amendment aimed at applying the overtime limit regulations to the construction industry in 2024, and from a medium- to long-term perspective, it is also an initiative to improve the business environment in the construction industry and secure future workers. *For more details, you can view the blog through the related link. Please feel free to contact us for more information.*

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Public works have strict standards for quality, safety management, and labor management, but compared to private projects, the payment conditions are often quite favorable. However, companies that do not undertake public works seem to face high psychological barriers regarding the procedures for participating in bids and the bids themselves. For business owners considering entering public works from a background of no bidding experience, we will explain the preparations and processes leading up to bid participation, as well as key strategies for securing contracts with minimal effort. *For more detailed information, please refer to the related links. Feel free to contact us for further inquiries.*

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In April 2021, the management evaluation criteria were revised, and a new item was established to assess the continuous education of engineers and skilled workers. The achievements of training provided to employees are now added to the evaluation points of the management criteria. The basis for this is the number of CPD units obtained. An increase in the evaluation points of the management criteria will be advantageous for bidding. We will introduce methods for obtaining CPD units and free CPD courses. *For more details, you can view the related links. Please feel free to contact us for more information.*

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Public works, where general competitive bidding has become the mainstream, are open to contractors without a track record. However, the task of conducting complex cost estimates in a short period and calculating a bid price that is likely to win is quite burdensome for small and medium-sized enterprises, which have few personnel capable of estimating costs. If you repeatedly fail to win bids or manage to win but with little profit, it feels like a loss of effort. We will explain the key points for bidding efficiently and increasing the likelihood of winning contracts. *For more details, you can view the blog through the related links. Please feel free to contact us for more information.*

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The deadline for registration applications to issue invoices starting from October 1 was set for the end of March 2023, but applications submitted after April will also be accepted. It may be that registrations are delayed compared to the initial outlook. However, responding to the invoice system does not end with just the registration application. I will explain the response required for tax-exempt businesses after the implementation of the invoice system, as well as the invoice category for the IT introduction subsidy 2022, which has a final deadline of February 16. *You can view the detailed content of the blog through the related links. For more information, please feel free to contact us.

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The tax reform outline for fiscal year 2023, which was decided by the Cabinet in December 2022, includes revisions to the Electronic Bookkeeping Act and the Invoice System. With repeated amendments, some may feel uncertain about how far they need to go with electronic bookkeeping to be compliant. I will explain the key points of the electronic bookkeeping law revisions and how small and medium-sized enterprises can implement digitalization without difficulty. *For more detailed information, please refer to the related links. Feel free to contact us for further inquiries.

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Starting from April 1, 2023, a labor reform-related law that stipulates an overtime wage premium rate of 50% or more for overtime work exceeding 60 hours per month will also apply to small and medium-sized enterprises. The construction industry has been granted a grace period for overtime hour limits until April 2024, but immediate action is required regarding the increase in the premium wage rate. We will explain the key points of the overtime wage premium rate and measures to avoid exceeding 60 hours of overtime. *For more detailed information, please refer to the related links. Feel free to contact us for further inquiries.*

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Some business owners say, "I'll leave the invoice compliance to my tax accountant," but I recommend understanding the essence of the invoice system for better management decisions. We will explain the purpose of the invoice, the aims of its introduction, key points for invoice compliance, and the relationship between invoice compliance and business digitization over three sessions. *You can view the detailed content of the blog through the related links. For more information, please feel free to contact us.*

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I will explain the overview of the invoice system and the responses that small and medium-sized enterprises should take in three parts. For those who are just starting to respond to the invoice system, as well as for those who have already taken action but still don't fully understand it, let's ensure that we correctly understand the invoice system so that we don't regret it later when we face our financial closing, thinking, "I should have handled this properly." This time, we will specifically confirm the key points of responding to the invoice system. *You can view the detailed content of the blog through the related links. For more information, please feel free to contact us.*

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The profit margin in the construction industry is said to be around 18-25%. Even when comparing companies of similar business scale and order hierarchy, there can be differences in profit margins. To secure profits, it is important to win contracts at amounts that can generate profit and to protect that profit through appropriate construction cost management. The digitalization of construction cost management will allow these tasks to be carried out with minimal effort. We will introduce measures for increasing profits. *For more details, you can view the related links. Please feel free to contact us for more information.*

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There are concerns that the administrative burden of the invoice system is putting pressure on the management of sole proprietors and small businesses, leading to strong protests from industries supported by individual entrepreneurs such as designers and creators. We will explain the unavoidable administrative processing related to invoices and key points for reducing the burden. *You can view the detailed content of the blog through the related links. For more information, please feel free to contact us.*

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The COVID-19 pandemic has transitioned to Category 5, and our daily lives and economic activities are beginning to regain vitality. On the other hand, bankruptcies in the construction industry have surged, and this trend is expected to continue in the fiscal year 2023. We will explain the main reasons for bankruptcies in the construction industry in fiscal year 2022, such as rising prices and labor shortages, as well as key points to prepare in order to avoid bankruptcy. *For more details, please refer to the related links. Feel free to contact us for further information.

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Finally, starting from October 1, 2023, the invoice system will begin, and the rules for consumption tax payment will change. In order for the main contractor (taxable business operator) to receive a deduction for the input tax on consumption tax, it is necessary to have a "qualified invoice" issued by the cooperating company. This change in rules will require both the main contractor and the cooperating companies to take various measures. Is your company making progress in preparations and countermeasures? Here, let's think together about the challenges and issues that will arise from the invoice system, as well as the countermeasures. *You can view the detailed content of the blog through the related links. For more information, please feel free to contact us.*

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With the implementation of the invoice system starting from October 1, 2023, I believe that many companies are reviewing their invoicing processes, management methods, and operations through the issuance of qualified invoices. Since IT introduction subsidies are also available, many companies are likely considering updates to their invoicing management and cost management systems to comply with the invoice requirements, or even new implementations. Here, we will provide a detailed explanation of the business operations and practices that should be reviewed due to the invoice system, as well as the system requirements that comply with the invoice. *For more details on the blog content, please refer to the related links. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us.*

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The construction industry's 2024 issue is now less than a month away. With the regulations on overtime work limits, many business owners and HR personnel in the equipment industry may be concerned about the initiatives of other companies. Although awareness of the overtime work limit regulations is increasing, survey results indicate that the perceived effectiveness of overtime reduction is still low. We will explain the factors that lead to overtime hours and the initiatives to address them. *For more details, please refer to the related links. Feel free to contact us for more information.*

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This is the third installment explaining the regulations on the upper limits of overtime work. In the equipment industry, which faces chronic labor shortages and recruitment difficulties, reducing overtime hours directly leads to a decrease in total working hours, which in turn affects sales. To maintain profitability while reducing overtime, it is necessary to enhance productivity beyond previous levels. We will discuss the fluidization of operations through digital transformation (DX) aimed at improving overall organizational productivity by eliminating the personalization of tasks that lead to overtime and concentrating work on specific employees. *For more detailed information, please refer to the related links. Feel free to contact us for further inquiries.

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The government-led construction DX is steadily advancing the use of generative AI in the construction industry. While more people in the equipment industry are utilizing it for administrative tasks, there are not many companies that have established a policy and are actively working on AI utilization. In the near future, when the business use of AI becomes established, companies that cannot leverage AI may fall significantly behind their competitors who are using it in terms of competitiveness. To avoid being swallowed by the AI divide (the disparity caused by AI utilization), it is important to understand AI utilization. We will explain examples of AI use in the construction industry and what should be done now to avoid falling behind in AI utilization. *For more details, you can view the blog through the related links. Please feel free to contact us for more information.

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After 2025, it is predicted that the serious shortage of construction project managers will worsen due to the full-scale retirement of the baby boomer generation. This is known as the 2025 problem. Bankruptcies and business closures due to labor shortages are increasing across various industries, and many companies in the equipment sector are struggling to secure and develop young talent. While it would be ideal to hire qualified project managers, if that is difficult, there are ways to enhance productivity with a smaller workforce. Here, we will explain methods to streamline the work of project managers. *For more detailed content, please refer to the related links. Feel free to contact us for more information.*

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This is the second installment of a series explaining measures to address the 2024 issue in the construction industry. As you may know, measures to comply with the overtime work limit regulations, which will apply to the construction industry starting April 1, 2024, have become urgent. Many companies are likely experiencing chronic labor shortages, leading to a normalization of long working hours. However, it is difficult to suddenly increase the workforce, and the only option is to improve operational efficiency with the current employees. One of the causes of decreased operational efficiency is the personalization of tasks. By conducting an inventory of operations and optimizing business processes, we can eliminate waste, inefficiency, and inconsistency, thereby improving operational efficiency. This explanation will cover the inventory of operations and the optimization of business processes as measures to reduce overtime work in relation to the 2024 issue. *For more detailed information, please refer to the related links. Feel free to contact us for further inquiries.*

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For the construction industry, the 2024 issue is a significant challenge. Regulations on overtime limits and the objective recording of working hours are unavoidable legal responses, but at the same time, they also offer benefits such as stable management through proper labor management and improved employee work conditions. By visualizing actual working conditions through attendance management systems, it is possible to connect this to business improvements and increased productivity. We will explain the importance and benefits of attendance management, which also contributes to creating an attractive workplace and enhancing employee satisfaction. *You can view the detailed content of the blog through the related links. For more information, please feel free to contact us.*

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Paid leave is an important right for workers, regardless of their employment status. Since April 2020, it has been mandatory to take at least five days of paid leave per year, and employers must manage the granting and taking of paid leave. How can we respond to the obligation to take paid leave? By addressing this appropriately, we can also expect improvements in employee satisfaction and productivity. We will explain the key points for responding to the obligation to take paid leave. *For more details, please refer to the related links. Feel free to contact us for more information.*

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From work assistants to conversation partners during spare moments, generative AI has become a familiar presence. Many people may think of ChatGPT when it comes to generative AI, but there are several free options available, such as Microsoft's search engine "Bing Chat Enterprise" and Google's "Bard." In November 2023, the AI support tool "Microsoft 365 Copilot," which integrates with Microsoft 365 products like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, was finally released. With the arrival of Microsoft 365 Copilot, we will explain how desk work will change and how to utilize it efficiently. *For more details, you can view the blog through the related links. Please feel free to contact us for more information.*

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Digital transformation (DX) for small and medium-sized enterprises can lead to innovative productivity improvements if successful, but there is also a risk of failure. We will explain the key to successful DX, which is "inventorying business operations," and how to reduce burdens and risks. Understanding the causes of DX failure and thoroughly conducting a "business operations inventory" is the shortcut to successful DX. Let's consider a small-scale start to DX while experiencing the benefits of implementation. *You can view the detailed content of the blog through the related links. For more information, please feel free to contact us.*

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The use of drones is beginning to spread in the construction industry as well. This article explains the benefits of introducing drones in the equipment industry and how to use them safely. The utilization of drones is advancing in various industries, and the construction industry is no exception. For those considering the use of drones or those who have already implemented them but want to utilize them more effectively, we will explain key points to ensure that drones do not end up as "expensive toys." *For more details, please refer to the related links. Feel free to contact us for more information.*

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The environment is becoming such that even small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) have no choice but to engage in digitalization, including compliance with invoicing and electronic bookkeeping laws. The construction and equipment industries are no exception, and while the number of companies looking beyond digitalization to focus on digital transformation (DX) is gradually increasing, there are still many opportunities to hear about the difficulties of DX and cases of failure. Particularly in SMEs, the lack of management foundations and human resources to tackle DX seems to be a bottleneck. This article explains the key points for equipment companies, which are SMEs, to successfully implement DX. *For more details, please refer to the related links. Feel free to contact us for more information.*

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The minimum wage for the fiscal year 2023 will be implemented from October 1. The national average weighted amount is 1,004 yen, marking the largest increase in history, with minimum wages in 37 prefectures expected to rise by approximately 39 to 47 yen. Around the same time, the expansion of the "Business Improvement Subsidy" was announced. The Business Improvement Subsidy is an initiative that provides partial funding for equipment investments aimed at improving productivity for businesses that have raised wages. In the case of the Business Improvement Subsidy, reasons for non-approval can be checked, and reapplication or appeals can be made. If the reason for non-approval was due to deficiencies in documents or implementation plans, there is a possibility of approval upon correction and reapplication. *For more detailed information, please refer to the related links. Feel free to contact us for further inquiries.

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The rising prices of materials and fuel, labor shortages, and compliance with labor reforms, invoices, and electronic bookkeeping laws are ongoing concerns for business owners. In this challenging business environment, many may be considering expanding their sales channels. How about considering public works as an option? For those who are interested in public works but have never participated in bidding, or for those who have just started participating in bids and feel they lack know-how, we will explain the key points for bidding strategies and the revision of the common cost estimation standards for public construction projects in April 2023. *For more details, please refer to the related links. Feel free to contact us for more information.

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In April 2023, the common cost estimation standards for public construction projects were revised. It seems that there are still few local governments that have adapted to the new standards. In local government bidding, projects that publicly announce their estimated prices in advance are prime targets, but adapting to the new standards will also affect the calculation of the minimum limit price. This explanation of the revised common cost estimation standards for public construction projects in 2023 and key points for common cost calculation will be useful for both those with extensive bidding experience and those considering entering public works in the future. *For more detailed information, please refer to the related links. Feel free to contact us for further inquiries.*

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The labor shortage in the construction industry has become chronic, so even though it is referred to as the "2025 problem," many business owners seem to feel that it is too late to address it. However, if we consider that this issue is not just within the construction industry but that a competition for talent will begin among various industries, the situation changes. The impending labor shortage will be even more serious, and if we focus too much on securing young men, there is even a risk of bankruptcy due to labor shortages. Measures to resolve the labor shortage need to be considered from as many perspectives as possible. *For more details on the blog, please refer to the related link. Feel free to contact us for more information.*

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The fire protection equipment and building maintenance industries seem to be significantly affected by the rising prices of raw materials and fuel, leading to a sense of scarcity of materials and equipment, as well as price increases. Additionally, factors that reduce profits, such as a shortage of inspection and maintenance workers and wage increases, are only increasing. Of course, this is not just an issue for the fire protection and building maintenance industries. We will introduce measures that should be taken to increase profits and examples of service reform through digitalization. *For more detailed information, please refer to the related links. Feel free to contact us for further inquiries.*

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The emergence of "ChatGPT," which anyone can use for free, is drawing attention to generative AI. Following the spread of personal computers, the internet, and smart devices, business may be on the verge of a revolutionary change. On the other hand, there are concerns about the risks of human extinction posed by advanced generative AI. There are also worries about the emergence of disparities brought about by the use of AI as a more immediate risk. This is an introductory guide to generative AI for those who are interested but have not yet tried it, as well as for those who want to learn more. *For more details about the blog, you can view it through the related links. Please feel free to contact us for more information.*

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The "Koujiya-san Series" is an integrated system for the construction industry that can solve issues through the collaboration of three systems: material takeoff, cost estimation, and construction ledger. It is eligible for IT introduction subsidies! We also provide support for implementation, so please feel free to consult with our sales representatives. 【Lineup】 ■ Material Takeoff Aggregation System "Hiroi EXv2" ■ Construction Cost Estimation System "Honmaru EXv2" ■ Construction Cost Management System "Ninomaru EXv2" ■ Work Daily Report and Attendance Management System "WriteLess" ■ Building and Schedule Management System "PlannerEX" *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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The "Koujiya-san Series" is an integrated system for the construction industry that solves issues through the collaboration of three systems: material takeoff, cost estimation, and construction ledger. It is eligible for the IT introduction subsidy! We also provide support for implementation, so please feel free to consult with our sales representatives. 【Lineup】 ■ Material Takeoff Aggregation System "Hiroi EXv2" ■ Construction Cost Estimation System "Honmaru EXv2" ■ Construction Cost Management System "Ninomaru EXv2" ■ Work Daily Report and Attendance Management System "WriteLess" ■ Building and Schedule Management System "PlannerEX" *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

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The "Koujiya-san Series" is an integrated system for the construction industry that solves issues through the collaboration of three systems: material takeoff, cost estimation, and construction ledger. It is eligible for the IT introduction subsidy! We also provide support regarding implementation, so please feel free to consult with our sales representatives. 【Lineup】 ■ Material Takeoff Aggregation System "Hiroi EXv2" ■ Construction Cost Estimation System "Honmaru EXv2" ■ Construction Cost Management System "Ninomaru EXv2" ■ Work Daily Report and Attendance Management System "WriteLess" ■ Building and Schedule Management System "PlannerEX" *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

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As competition intensifies in the world of public works bidding, accurate cost calculation becomes a crucial point for securing contracts. This seminar will focus on "bids with pre-announced estimated prices" and will explain key points to increase opportunities for winning contracts. We will also introduce tools that can assist in performing accurate cost calculations. You may discover points that are often overlooked regarding the client's perspective and the method for calculating the minimum limit price. Additionally, this seminar is part of a common certification program such as the Architectural CPD Information Provision System. Let's understand the correct approach and application of cost estimation to enhance our bidding capabilities.

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The "Koujiya-san Series" is an integrated system for the construction industry that can solve issues through the collaboration of three systems: material takeoff, cost estimation, and construction ledger. It is eligible for IT introduction subsidies! We also provide support for implementation, so please feel free to consult with our sales representatives. 【Lineup】 ■ Material Takeoff Aggregation System "Hiroi EX" ■ Construction Cost Estimation System "Honmaru EX" ■ Construction Cost Management System "Ninomaru EX" *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

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Attendance management in the construction industry requires special measures. To promote work style reform, we should first establish a system that can smoothly manage the actual attendance situation. The response to the upper limit regulation on overtime work (2024 issue) is urgent. However, in the construction industry, where direct visits to and from the site are common, accurately grasping working hours and collecting daily reports are significant challenges. In this seminar, we will present solutions utilizing the scheduled registration, work daily reports, and attendance management system "Write-less" to address concerns such as "daily reports are not coming in" and "overtime hours cannot be aggregated until the end of the month." By using smartphones to easily clock in and out and create daily reports from the site, we can reduce administrative work after returning to the office. With accurate location information recorded through GPS functionality, attendance for direct visits to and from the site can also be managed appropriately. Real-time tracking of working hours will enable alerts for excessive overtime and visualization of paid leave acquisition status, achieving both legal compliance and productivity improvement.

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Total management in disaster prevention inspection operations requires the management of a variety of information, including contract ledger management. Additionally, frequent schedule changes necessitate effective schedule management. We address the unique challenges of disaster prevention inspection operations. In the fields of inspection, disaster prevention, and cleaning, there are numerous tasks such as managing a vast number of property contracts, coordinating inspection staff schedules, creating notification documents for residents, and preparing reports after inspections. Particularly, schedule changes (rescheduling) occur frequently, and the cost of these adjustments is immeasurable. In this seminar, we will explain methods for centrally managing this information using the building and schedule management software "PlannerEX." By seamlessly linking estimates, inspection execution, and invoicing, we prevent transcription errors and billing omissions. Furthermore, the bulk creation feature for notification documents and the database of contract information standardize management tasks that tend to become personalized. This significantly reduces the burden of administrative work and supports the creation of an environment where both on-site staff and managers can focus on their core tasks.

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Improvement Points for Cost Management and Billing Management Understanding cost management is becoming increasingly important. We will also explain the benefits of digitalization in preventing issues such as missed billing and payments. Problems like "I won't know if there will be a profit until the construction progresses" and "I missed the billing period" are serious issues that directly affect management. In this seminar, we will introduce methods to visualize the latest construction costs by utilizing the construction cost management system "Ninomaru EXv2" and reflecting daily order and payment information in real-time. If the ongoing costs are visible, it becomes possible to take early measures. Additionally, in billing management, alerts and list management through the system will help prevent missed billing and delayed payments. From the perspective that "reducing costs by 1% has a greater profit effect than increasing sales by 10%," we will support the digital utilization techniques necessary to ensure profits and help establish a management system to move away from rough estimates.

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2025 Construction Industry Law Amendment Seminar In the former Shimoma and Shimoshimoma estimate formats, the inclusion of "work rate × labor unit price" is required, and contracts must clearly state the method for changing amounts when material and labor unit prices rise. This seminar will explain the key points of the amended Construction Industry Law that will be enacted in 2025. In the context of addressing the labor shortage in the construction industry and improving worker treatment, business practices will change significantly, including recommendations for standard labor costs and the prohibition of contracts below cost. In particular, understanding changes directly related to practice, such as the obligation to provide information on material price risk and the prohibition of construction period dumping, is essential. We will also provide detailed explanations on building a new estimating system and measures to adapt from IT to digitalization. This course will be held in a web format using Zoom and is part of a common accredited program such as the Construction CPD Information Provision System. Let’s start preparing now to correctly understand the legal amendments and survive in the rapidly changing construction industry.

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