# Studist Corporation

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/studist

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Tokyo, Japan
- Website: www.studist.jp
- Total disclosed funding: $24M
- Latest round: Series C (Apr 19, 2021)
- Investors on record: 8

## About

Studist Corporation is a Japanese firm specializing in innovative solutions to enhance operational efficiency through user-friendly digital tools for instructional manual creation and employee training.Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Studist Corporation focuses on developing digital tools that streamline training processes. The company has six completed deals, with its most recent funding round occurring on April 19, 2021. Satoshi Suzuki serves as both the founder and CEO. The firm secured JPY 1.85 billion in Series C funding, which represents the total amount raised to date, with participation from investors including DNX Ventures, Global Brain, and Salesforce Ventures.Studist Corporation primarily offers innovative solutions focused on enhancing operational efficiency through its flagship products: Teachme Biz, Teachme AI, and Teachme Player. These products are designed to simplify the creation and management of instructional manuals, enabling organizations to improve employee training and knowledge sharing. Teachme Biz facilitates the development of easily understandable manuals using images and videos, while Teachme AI reduces the time and effort required to create these resources by leveraging artificial intelligence. Teachme Player serves as an interactive platform for employees to access training content seamlessly. The company targets various sectors, including corporate, governmental, and educational institutions, in markets across Japan and potentially other regions in Asia, aiming to streamline operations and enhance productivity for a diverse client base.Studist Corporation generates revenue primarily through B2B transactions, offering subscription-based access to its suite of products. Clients can engage with the company via annual or monthly subscription plans, which provide varying levels of access to features and support based on organizational needs. The company aims to cater to a wide array of businesses, from small enterprises to large corporations, by customizing pricing structures according to the scale of usage and specific service requirements. Transactions often involve direct contractual agreements, ensuring clients receive tailored solutions that align with their operational objectives. The pricing strategy is structured to incentivize long-term partnerships, enhancing customer retention while delivering value through operational improvements.Studist Corporation's strategy for future growth includes enhancing sales of its products, Teachme Biz and Hansoku Cloud, through partnerships with Mitsui Fudosan and Hakuhodo DY, as well as accelerating business development in Southeast Asia with Pavilion Capital. The recent funding of JPY 1.85 billion will support improvements in product features and reinforce operational personnel. The company aims to launch upcoming product enhancements and expand its market presence in Southeast Asia over the next few years.

## Funding rounds

- Series C, Apr 19, 2021, $17M — Nippon Venture Capital, Global Brain, DNX Ventures, Pavilion Capital, Salesforce Ventures, Hakuhodo DY Ventures
- Series B, Apr 22, 2019, $7.4M — Nippon Venture Capital, Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance Venture Capital, Mitsubishi UFJ Capital, DNX Ventures, Salesforce Ventures

## Investors

- Nippon Venture Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/nippon-venture-capital) — Series B, Series C
- Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance Venture Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/mitsui-sumitomo-insurance-venture-capital) — Series B
- Mitsubishi UFJ Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/mitsubishi-ufj-capital) — Series B
- DNX Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/dnx-ventures) — Series B, Series C
- Salesforce Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/salesforce-ventures) — Series B, Series C
- Global Brain (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/global-brain) — Series C
- Pavilion Capital — Series C
- Hakuhodo DY Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/hakuhodo-dy-ventures) — Series C