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Stella Holdings Launches "AI Boost" to Support AI Adoption and Integration for SMEs

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In September 2026, Stella Holdings launched "AI Boost," a service designed to support the AI implementation and Digital Transformation (DX) of small and medium-sized enterprises. While the adoption of generative AI is progressing, many companies face challenges such as a lack of practical application on the ground and the high cost of hiring specialized talent.

AI Boost consists of 3 aspects: hands-on support from experts, corporate training tailored to industries and job types, and assistance with utilizing public systems. Through expert support, the company assists with everything from organizing management challenges and tool selection to ensuring integration after implementation based on the specific business needs of the client. According to the company, they have a track record of supporting over 3,000 companies and have registered more than 800 experts.

The training programs cover everything from the basics of generative AI to its application in practical business tasks. By incorporating exercises based on the participants' actual work, the program aims to ensure the establishment of skills that can be used in daily operations.

Additionally, to alleviate the burden of implementation costs, the service provides information on public systems such as subsidies and grants, as well as application support through partner labor and social security attorneys and administrative scriveners. By utilizing eligible systems, companies may be able to receive a subsidy of up to 75% of the covered expenses, although specific conditions vary by system.

Stella Holdings plans to collaborate with group companies responsible for recruitment, personnel evaluation, and system development to provide comprehensive support, including business process design accompanying AI adoption, changes in roles, and the redesign of evaluation systems.

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  1. AI人材を採用できない中小企業、専門家を「必要な時だけ」活用する支援サービス (ITmedia AI+、2026-09-20)