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Launching Takeda Japan Innovation Center: Advancing Digital Innovation from Japan
Improving patient outcomes means we need to stay at the forefront of digital advancement.
On March 6th, we reached a significant milestone on our digital journey with the launch of the Takeda Japan Innovation Center (TJIC) at our Tokyo Global Headquarters. It represents our commitment to driving meaningful change through data, digital and technology, rooted in our patient-first values.
As part of the global Innovation Capability Centers (ICC) network, TJIC will support business units and functions in Japan by leveraging cutting-edge technologies, including AI and big data, to enhance digital capabilities, deliver digital solutions and drive innovation.
What is ICC?
Gabriele Ricci, Chief Data and Technology Officer, speaking at the TJIC Launch Event
The ICC network is one of the core elements to realize our digital aspiration of becoming one of the most trusted, science-driven, digital biopharmaceutical companies. By rethinking our operating models for data, digital, and technology, ICCs build our critical digital capabilities that support sustainable growth.
In the past, most of Takeda’s digital workforce was external. However, with the launch of ICCs across strategic locations globally, we’ve successfully transitioned a significant portion of these external roles to internal digital capabilities.
A Global ICC Chapter Lead sharing ICC achievements at TJIC Launch Event
The ICC global network has already delivered high-impact solutions, such as predictive analytics powered by AI to forecast dengue outbreaks, and apps that assist patients in tracking symptoms and managing treatments.
The launch of ICCs, including TJIC, exemplifies our drive to continually evolve—leveraging the power of data, digital, and technology to find better ways to serve patients.
Why Japan?
Takeda Global Headquarters
Looking Ahead
TJIC’s initial plan is to build a team of 100 digital experts by 2026. Together with the synergy of our global ICC network and the ecosystem of Takeda Japan, TJIC aims to accelerate Takeda’s digital transformation and contribute meaningfully to tackling Japan’s healthcare challenges.