Employee learning program launched within the framework of the region AI strategy and concentration on the transformation of the workplace
Tokyo,, August 18, 2025 / Prnewswire / – Ricoh Asia Pacific announced today the launch of the AI learning week, an internal initiative on the scale of the region designed to provide employees with the practical capacity of the AI, accelerate the adoption of Microsoft Copilot, the use of personalized AI agents and strengthen Ricoh leadership to shape the future of work through artificial intelligence applied.
From August 18 to 22, 2025 and co -packed by Microsoft and Talogy, a supplier of talent management solutions, the AI learning week will bring together more than a thousand employees in Ricoh Asia-Pacific Operations for practical sessions, leadership panels and solutions. The initiative reflects the conviction of Ricoh according to which the empowerment of employees of AI mastery is essential to offer sustainable value for customers and deepen strategic technological partnerships.
“The AI learning week does not only concern up to the task – it is a question of preparing,” said Kei UesugiRegional Director of Ricoh Asia Pacific. “By investing in our employees and working alongside Microsoft, we build the internal force necessary to lead the transformation of AI into the region.”
A strategic framework for the regional scale
Ricoh Asia Pacific’s strategy is built around a three -level innovation framework that supports different levels of maturity of customers and commercial needs. This includes:
- Preconfigured solutions such as compatible AI multifunction devices, intelligent documents of documents and workflow automation
- Activation and consulting services to help organizations adopt AI responsible and efficiently
- Advanced applications using AI agents, large languages models and vertical solutions adapted to customer challenges
This structure allows Ricoh to effectively evolve innovation in the markets while encouraging local adaptation and capacity building.
Local innovation, regional impact
Throughout the region, Ricoh operating companies are already carrying out this strategy thanks to the innovation carried out by the market and practical application.
In Hong KongRicoh launched the Ricoh Innovai program. Developed in partnership with Cyberport and the Ricoh Software Research Center Beijing, Ricoh Innova offers AI startups and business partners access to a specially designed R&D center, marketing paths and advanced infrastructure to accelerate innovation.
“Thanks to Innovai, we build an ECOSSYSTEM of AI ready for businesses, anchored in Hong Kongready to evolve and support customers in the region, “said Ricky ChongCEO of Ricoh Hong Kong. “We are delighted to work at the intersection of technology, talents and confidence; to attract new talents and help our customers develop.”
In New ZealandRicoh has solidified its leading position in the adoption of corporate AI and the deployment of Microsoft Copilot. As a Microsoft Solutions certified partner through data and AI, infrastructure, modern work (SMB) and safety (SMB), Ricoh New Zealand has respected Microsoft’s highest standards for the capacity, performance and success of the customer. This recognition improves Ricoh’s credibility in Microsoft’s ecosystem and strengthens its role as trusted advisor for customers looking for secure, evolving solutions and improving productivity.
Drawing on this foundation, Ricoh New Zealand has implemented co-pilot programs structured through key commercial functions, including finance, marketing, customer operations and digital services. These deployments are supported by complete assessments of the preparation of the AI which help to define the needs of the company, to identify the obstacles to adoption and to prioritize use cases. The information has acquired activation frameworks and real -time feedback loops that stimulate continuous improvement, both internally and for Ricoh customers.
This practical experience – sub -committee by its references as a solutions partner – positioned Ricoh New Zealand as a strategic contributor to the Ricoh marketing model in the Asia-Pacific Region with Microsoft, translating the capacity of the product into practical and scalable commercial results.
Liu voiceManaging Director, Microsoft Hong Kong and Macao, Added: “Microsoft is delighted to collaborate with Ricoh for the AI learning week, empowering the teams through the Asia-Pacific Region to unlock the full potential of AI agents. Thanks to practical sessions and real world demonstrations, we are committed to supporting Ricoh to exploit the power of Microsoft Copilot and personalized AI agents. Our goal is to stimulate innovation, improve productivity and transform the way work is done – at the level and for the future. “”
While Ricoh continues to invest in its inhabitants, its platforms and its partnerships, the AI learning AI is a timely demonstration of the way in which strategic activation on a scale can fuel the next transformation phase of the workplace through Asia-Pacific.
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About Ricoh
Ricoh is one of the main suppliers of integrated digital services and printing and imaging solutions designed to support the digital transformation of workplaces, workspaces and optimize business performance.
Whose head office TokyoRicoh’s global operation reaches customers in around 200 countries and regions, supported by knowledge, technologies and cultivated organizational capacities fed during its 85 years of history. During the finished exercise March 2025Ricoh Group had global sales of 2,527 billion yen (Approx. USD 16.8 billion).
It is Ricoh’s mission and vision to allow individuals to find “accomplishment through work” by understanding and transforming the functioning of people so that we can release their potential and their creativity to achieve a lasting future.
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