Zenport Inc. (Headquarters: Shibuya, Tokyo, CEO: Fumiyuki Ota) has released an enhanced version of the bulk data entry support function “SmartGrid” for “ZENPORT,” a data hub that manages all global supply chain data.
This feature enhancement was developed as a standard function that enables customers to implement their individual usage methods in line with the concept of “Standardization of Customization,” which ZENPORT has been working on since the service was launched, based on customer feedback.
The enhancement has been available to all users since April 14, 2025.
What is “SmartGrid”
“SmartGrid” is a bulk data entry support function that operates on ZENPORT’s user interface “ZenGrid.” It supports the transcription of shipping document data such as invoices into “ZenGrid” by utilizing data linked to ZENPORT. It achieves business efficiency beyond Excel in terms of processing speed and usability for registering numerous shipping information.
Improving User Experience through “SmartGrid” Feature Enhancements
The following functions have been added to “SmartGrid” with the new feature enhancement:
・Multi-select function – The ability to simultaneously select and operate multiple key items such as exporters, PO numbers, and product numbers, greatly expanding the use cases
・Data filtering function – The ability to filter order and order product information by selecting data based on product name, exporter, etc., streamlining the input of order information linked to shipments being created
・Order product number search function – Direct search by order product number is now possible, speeding up information extraction from large volumes of data
This feature enhancement realizes:
・Support for a wide range of usage methods
・Significant improvement in search efficiency
・Reduction of operational burden on users
contributing further to the efficiency of the entire supply chain.
Future Development Plans
As part of the “Beyond Excel” project, ZENPORT will continue to enhance the “SmartGrid” functionality. Planned future enhancements include:
・Customizable column display – A function that allows users to freely select and arrange display columns according to their operations
・AI-OCR function – Significant reduction in transcription work through automatic data extraction from documents
Feature Development Based on the “Human in the Loop” Philosophy
This feature enhancement was developed based on feedback from actual users. Based on the “Human in the Loop” philosophy, ZENPORT will develop as a hub where humans, core systems, and AI collaborate to support the improvement of quality in our customers’ operations and management.
ZENPORT will continue to listen sincerely to our customers’ voices and strive to provide the latest and best business experience through continuous function development and improvements that meet the needs of the field.
ZENPORT: Towards a World Where Richness and Innovation Arise from Cognitive Diversity
ZENPORT aims to realize a world where data, people, and economies across the globe are seamlessly connected, and where richness and innovation are sustained through the utilization of cognitive diversity.
Under this philosophy, we build an ecosystem that enables all stakeholders to make optimal decisions based on cross-organizational data, centered on our unique integrated architecture “ZenConnect,” which organically links data from all processes and organizations, along with the standard data integration platform “ZenSync” and UI (screen functions) “ZenGrid” that realize personalized business experiences.
“SmartGrid” is a bulk data entry screen that operates on “ZenGrid” and is a function that streamlines data transcription for shipping documents by utilizing data linked to ZENPORT. It provides a business experience beyond Excel in terms of processing speed and usability for registering numerous shipping information.
Company Overview
Company name: Zenport Inc.
Location: Shibuya, Tokyo
Representative: CEO Fumiyuki Ota
Vision: “Towards a world where our differences come alive.”
Mission: “Connecting data beyond organizations and processes. Business accelerates.”
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Zenport Inc. PR Department
February 27, 2025
ZENPORT Partners with FUJIFILM Business Innovation to Transform Trade Document Management
— Strategic Alliance Marks New Era in Digital Trade Operations —
Tokyo, Japan – ZENPORT Inc., a rising force in supply chain technology, today announced a strategic partnership with FUJIFILM Business Innovation Corporation to address the growing challenges of trade document digitisation in Asia’s evolving regulatory landscape.
The collaboration introduces “ZenSync for FUJIFILM IWpro,” integrating ZENPORT’s comprehensive supply chain data management platform with FUJIFILM’s established cloud service. This partnership comes at a crucial time as Asian businesses face mounting pressure to digitise their trade operations following Japan’s 2021 regulatory reforms mandating electronic storage of trade documents.
“This integration represents a fundamental shift in how businesses manage their trade documentation,” said Fumiyuki Ota, CEO of ZENPORT. “By combining our expertise in global supply chain data management with FUJIFILM Business Innovation’s proven cloud solutions, we’re offering a comprehensive answer to the complex challenges of trade digitisation.”
The partnership addresses several critical market needs:
– Automated compliance with Japan’s Electronic Books Preservation Act
– Seamless integration of structured and unstructured trade data
– Streamlined management of shipping and customs documentation
– Enhanced operational efficiency in global trade processes
FUJIFILM Business Innovation, a pioneer in trade document digitisation since Japan’s first electronic trade document storage implementation in 2011, sees the partnership as strategic to its enterprise solutions portfolio. “We’re witnessing a transformation in how businesses handle trade documentation,” said Motoki Takizawa, General Manager of the Business Solutions Division at FUJIFILM Business Innovation. “This collaboration with ZENPORT enables us to offer a one-stop solution that connects all aspects of our customers’ trade operations while ensuring regulatory compliance.”
The partnership highlights the growing trend of collaboration between established corporations and technology innovators in Japan’s evolving digital landscape. As businesses across Asia seek to modernize their operations, such partnerships are becoming increasingly crucial for maintaining competitive advantage in global markets.
About ZENPORT Inc.
ZENPORT develops and provides innovative solutions for global supply chain data management. Based in Shibuya, Tokyo, the company specializes in comprehensive data management systems that address the complex challenges faced by enterprise companies in global supply chains. (Location: 1-19-9-303 Sendagaya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo)
About FUJIFILM Business Innovation Corporation
FUJIFILM Business Innovation leads digital transformation through innovative technologies and solutions, supporting businesses in their journey toward enhanced efficiency and productivity.
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Zenport Inc. has acquired the certification for the International Standard for Information Security Management Systems (ISMS), ISO/IEC 27001 on January 18, 2024.
Zenport, the connected platform for global supply chain, accommodates a wide array of data formats ranging from ERP data to unstructured data including Excel and PDF (currently in development). This enables the company to facilitate inter-organizational data collaboration, significantly enhancing the visibility of data across global supply chain processes.
Since the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, the global supply chain has been under constant adaptation due to geopolitical upheavals and climate change. In this context, the importance of real-time business decisions based on transnational data collaboration has surged, not only streamlining import-export operations but also in managing inventory that directly impacts financial perfomance: ROIC, cash flow and other key managerial metrics.
In this landscape, leading enterprises in the industry have adopted Zenport. Amid these developments, Zenport has secured the ISO/IEC 27001 certification to continually enhance the security quality.
Looking ahead, Zenport remains dedicated to connecting data, people, and economies, striving to contribute to a more sustainable and collaborative world in partnership with all stakeholders.
Details of ISO/IEC 27001:2022 Certification
- Standard: ISO/IEC 27001:2022
- Registration Number: GIJP-1222-IC
- Date of Initial Registration: January 18, 2024
- Scope: Development and Sales of Global Supply Chain Platform
- Certification Body: GCERTI-JAPAN Corp.
