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Growing on the Cloud

How cloud technology and cloud services providers have a positive impact on Japan's economy and society

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The rapid adoption of cloud computing (hereinafter, cloud) is having various positive effects on Japan’s economy and society. Among Japanese cloud uses, some companies are implementing best practices to maximize the benefits of cloud adoption. With the cooperation of Amazon Web Services Japan, G.K., Deloitte conducted online interviews with IT practitioners in a wide range of fields from finance to education to exemplify the benefits of cloud adoption and collaboration with global cloud service providers (Hereinafter, CSP), identify best practices in cloud adoption journey and examine the indirect effects that cloud adoption and partnering with global CSPs have on society beyond the business framework.

Index

Introduction

Chapter 1: Assessing the Japanese cloud services market segmentand the advantages Cloud brings for Japanese businessesand the broader economy

1.1. The benefits of adopting Cloud – a local and global perspective
1.2. Towards a vibrant I.T. industry in Japan – policy considerations and economic impact
1.3. How Japan can maintain its top-level status as a cloud-favorable market and become a regional excellence hub for cloud services

Chapter 2: Unlocking the full potential of the Cloud – a practical roadmap

2.1. The I.T. solutions renewal period – time to think big
2.2. Choosing cloud – The case for shifting to cloud in Japan
2.3. Implementing Cloud2.4. Assessing Cloud

Chapter 3: Beyond business benefits: The contribution of the Cloud to Japan's society

3.1. Promoting job creation while nurturing the growth of the Japanese digital workforce
3.2. Cloud data center to support Japan's 2050 carbon-neutrality goals

Conclusion

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Cloud market segment and data center service revenue in Japan.

CSP market share is due to become increasingly relevant in Japan FY2019-FY2023 (Projected)

Cloud market segment and data center service revenue in Japan.
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Roadmap for cloud adoption: Possible outcomes during IT Solution Renewal period

Roadmap for cloud adoption: Possible outcomes during IT Solution Renewal period
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Number and increase rate of employees in the ICT industry and internet-related services

Cloud market segment and data center service revenue in Japan.
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