Pole To Win Achieves "Global Partner" Status, the Highest Tier in ISTQB's International Certification Program ~Further Strengthening Collaboration with Group Companies in 14 Countries and Expanding World-Class Testing Services~

Pole To Win Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture; CEO: Kazuaki Shimura; hereinafter referred to as "Pole To Win") is pleased to announce that it has been certified as a "Global Partner," the highest rank in the partner program of the International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB), an international certification body for software testing professionals. Pole To Win is the 10th company in the world to achieve this status (as of June 2026, based on publicly available information).

The "ISTQB Partner Program" is a system that certifies companies and organizations committed to improving software quality through the development of specialized software testing professionals, based on the number of ISTQB certifications held (points awarded based on the number and difficulty of certifications).

The "Global Partner" rank is the highest tier, awarded to companies that meet stringent criteria, such as achieving high-level certifications in multiple overseas locations.

Pole To Win holds the highest rank of "Platinum Partner" in Japan. Additionally, "Gold Partner" status has been awarded to the Portuguese and Indian locations of "Side," our group's global game solutions brand.

Global System Supporting Service Quality in Compliance with International Standards

Our group has established a global service delivery system, primarily led by Pole To Win Co., Ltd. for domestic operations and Side for overseas operations. We operate in 17 locations across 14 countries with approximately 2,500 employees, offering a wide range of services including game debugging, localization, voice recording in our own studios, graphic production, game development support, and customer support. We also provide QA services utilizing cutting-edge technologies such as generative AI. By promoting the training of ISTQB-certified engineers and standardizing quality management processes at each location, we ensure the delivery of high-quality services regardless of region or language.

Enhancing Value Proposition through ISTQB "Global Partner" Certification

Through the "Global Partner" certification, Pole To Win will further promote the following initiatives:

Provision of High-Quality Testing Services Based on International Standards Leveraging ISTQB's expertise, our quality assurance processes will help visualize quality issues and reduce risks from the early stages of development.

Strengthening Global Quality Assurance Systems Through collaboration between domestic and international locations, we will provide quality assurance services that support multiple languages and regions.

Continuous Development of Advanced Human Resources We will promote the development of specialized professionals in the quality domain through support for ISTQB certification acquisition and expansion of educational programs.

Expanding Quality Support to a Wider Range of Industries In addition to the game industry, we will contribute to quality improvement in diverse fields such as enterprise, e-commerce, fintech, IoT, and AI-related services.

Going forward, the Pole To Win group will continue to support customer service quality improvement and global expansion through the provision of quality assurance services based on international standards.

About ISTQB

ISTQB® (International Software Testing Qualifications Board) is a non-profit organization that internationally manages the certification of software testing professionals. It promotes the standardization of software testing technology and quality improvement worldwide.

About Pole To Win Co., Ltd.

Pole To Win Co., Ltd. is a company primarily engaged in IT services such as game debugging, software testing, and net support. Established in 1994 with the launch of its game debugging business, the company achieved an 800% growth rate within its first five years and has since continued its pioneering journey in the game debugging sector.

In February 2022, the company merged with its group companies. Together with "Quars," which has contributed to resolving numerous defects through software testing and quality consulting, and "Pitcrew," which supports various web services through e-commerce fraud prevention and customer support, Pole To Win has consolidated its strengths. This integration has expanded its service offerings to cover a comprehensive range from testing and quality assurance to fraud prevention and operational support. By leveraging its accumulated knowledge, know-how, and diverse human resources, the company is dedicated to enhancing the quality and value of services and products worldwide.

【Company Overview】

Company Name: Pole To Win, Inc.

Headquarters Address: 1-5-9 Imaike, Chigusa-ku, Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture

CEO: Kazuaki Shimura

Business Activities: Debugging, Net Support, Software Testing, Customer Support

Established: January 20, 1994

Corporate Website: https://www.ptw.inc/

Service Website: https://www.service.ptw.inc/

Note: https://note.com/ptw_note

Official X: https://x.com/Pole_To_Win_

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