waypoint venture partners Releases 2025 Survey Report on New Business and DX in Hiroshima

waypoint venture partners, a venture capital firm investing in early-stage startups in the Tokyo metropolitan area and regional Japan, conducted a survey in March 2026 on 'New Business and Existing Business Strengthening through External Collaboration' for companies headquartered in Hiroshima Prefecture, and released the report on May 29, 2026. The survey revealed a significant increase in interest in digitalization, DX, AI, and generative AI as key themes for new business development. Furthermore, there is a shift in existing business strengthening from price competition to enhancing value. Regarding external collaboration, partnerships with startups and consultants are increasing, with a growing focus on time-to-results.