Fujitsu Partners with OpenAI to Accelerate AI Transformation for Japanese Enterprises

May 27, 2026 Fujitsu Limited

On May 27, 2026, Fujitsu Limited announced a new partnership with OpenAI. Through this collaboration, Fujitsu will incorporate OpenAI's advanced AI technologies into its service lineup to accelerate AI transformation within the Japanese enterprise sector. By combining OpenAI's cutting-edge AI technology with Fujitsu's extensive industry expertise and system integration capabilities, the company aims to enhance AI adoption among Japanese enterprises while contributing to the safety and reliability of social infrastructure.

In recent years, AI technology has moved beyond simple efficiency gains, becoming a fundamental pillar influencing corporate competitiveness and the resilience of social systems. Organizations are now required to move beyond streamlining processes; they must redesign business models and decision-making frameworks to create new value, necessitating systems that support the entire lifecycle from implementation to continuous operation.

To meet these needs, Fujitsu will leverage its partnership with OpenAI to integrate the speed and visionary approach of cutting-edge AI into its management and field operations. This will enable the innovation of existing business processes, business models, and system integration strategies. As part of this initiative, Fujitsu employees will extensively use OpenAI's AI technologies, such as ChatGPT Enterprise and Codex, to build new practice models where humans and AI agents collaborate across various domains including development, operation, consulting, and delivery. Furthermore, by incorporating Fujitsu's proprietary technology for enhancing AI reliability, the company will establish a technical foundation and operational model that ensures safety, transparency, and control. By passing on the insights, ideas, and methodology gained from this partnership and internal transformation to its clients, Fujitsu aims to present a new model for system integration in the post-AI era and accelerate reliable AI transformation for Japanese companies.

Key Initiatives:

1. Strengthening the FDE Business through OpenAI Fujitsu will enhance its 'Forward Deployed Engineer' (FDE) model by utilizing OpenAI's ChatGPT Enterprise and Codex. The FDE model is designed to realize AI use cases from design to implementation and operation in a short period by leveraging deep industry expertise. By integrating OpenAI's advanced technology, Fujitsu aims to deliver AI implementations that directly impact business value. This will initially focus on the manufacturing industry, where Fujitsu has a strong customer base and a track record with the FDE model.

2. Enhancing Cybersecurity In response to the growing need for stronger cyber defense in the AI era, Fujitsu will partner with OpenAI to advance the defense capabilities of enterprises, critical infrastructure, and essential services. The goal is to evolve from human-dependent defense models to next-generation operations where humans and AI collaborate to respond rapidly. For mission-critical areas, the focus will be on achieving both AI advancement and responsible introduction that considers safety and governance. Fujitsu will also collaborate with the Japanese government to contribute to nationwide security improvements based on the knowledge gained.

3. Development of Industry-Specific Solutions Fujitsu has identified the manufacturing, healthcare, and pharmaceutical industries as priority areas where it can leverage its competitive advantages. Through this partnership, Fujitsu will gain access to the latest OpenAI models to develop and provide advanced, practical solutions that drive business transformation and corporate value.

Comment from Takahito Tokita, President and CEO, Fujitsu Limited: 'I am confident that rapidly evolving AI is not just a technological innovation, but something that enhances human value and unlocks potential across society. By fusing OpenAI's global leadership in AI research with Fujitsu's long-standing industry expertise, we contribute to value creation across entire industries, exceeding the scope of a single company. By implementing AI broadly and enhancing human creativity, we aim to contribute to the realization of a trustworthy AI-powered society.'