Global CX/DX Expansion Support for Japanese Companies
We support everything from strategy formulation to execution and project management in overseas expansion, leveraging Dentsu's global network.
For successful overseas expansion, deep local market understanding must be paired with comprehensive, digitally integrated management. The Dentsu Digital Global Center (DDGC) is an expert group with diverse knowledge of countries and regions, handling everything from global headquarters strategy formulation to localized strategy execution and governance framework design. Leveraging Dentsu's network and advanced digital expertise, we provide hands-on support for Japanese companies' overseas expansion.
Global Network Reach
Dentsu’s operational footprint spanning global markets.
- Countries
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120+
Diverse local insights
Diverse talent from over 25 countries and regions gathered at our Tokyo headquarters.
- Backgrounds
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25+
Global Digital Experts
A comprehensive support system powered by over 150 digital experts.
- Professionals
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150+
Integrated Management Framework Leading to Successful Overseas Expansion: Global Program Orchestration
For overseas business, individually optimizing the three domains of local understanding, networks, and digital integration is insufficient. Dentsu Digital supports Japanese companies' overseas expansion from strategy to implementation through our method of highly integrated management of these elements.
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1. Multifaceted Local Understanding and
LocalizationCapture market and customer needs and optimize for local markets
With deep understanding of cultures and business practices in each country, we support thorough localization that goes far beyond simple translation. We optimize strategies to local markets and build the foundation for long-term growth.
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2. Strong Local Networks and
Organizational StructureEngage stakeholders and build sustainable driving force
Leveraging Dentsu's global network, we design optimal coordination and governance systems with local subsidiaries and partners. We build effective organizations that keep projects moving forward without friction.
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3. Strategic Utilization of
Digital & TechnologyAchieve visualization and optimization of operations through data and technology
From marketing advancement to business process visualization, we utilize digital technology strategically. While enhancing local adaptability, we simultaneously drive global operational efficiency while proactively managing risk.
How We Scale Growth Consistently
SCOUT (Exploration Phase)
Assess market opportunities and formulate optimal market entry strategy
- The Challenge
- Difficulty identifying promising expansion destinations and formulate concrete market entry strategies.
- Primary Support
- We conduct integrated market research, competitive analysis, and audience analysis to evaluate business viability. Leveraging social media, e-commerce data, and AI-driven analysis, we visualize market dynamics and target customer profiles to build concrete entry scenarios, including PoC (Proof of Concept) design.
SPARK (Acceleration Phase)
Accelerate market entry and business expansion to drive business momentum
- The Challenge
- Sluggish brand penetration and delayed local decision-making cause early growth to plateau.
- Primary Support
- We bridge strategy and execution through data-driven customer experience design. We strengthen customer touchpoints by managing social media channels, producing localized content, and building e-commerce and Web-CRM platforms—driving continuous growth through data-led optimization cycles.
SCALE (Expansion Phase)
Optimize global business operations and maximize organization-wide ROI.
- The Challenge
- Fragmented regional marketing and operations lead to complex governance, operational inefficiency, and stagnant return on investment.
- Primary Support
- We optimize organizational structures, processes, and roles through global governance design and PMO support. By integrating data and digital infrastructure, we visualize cross-country activities to enable agile, cross-functional decision-making. We establish sustainable, scalable operations incorporating AI tools and talent development.
Extensive Achievements with Industry-Leading Key Clients
Discover the results our methodology produces.
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SPARK When "Normal" Doesn't Translate: How Seven & i and Dentsu Digital Are Reimagining Japanese Convenience for the World
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SCALE Shiseido's "Clé de Peau Beauté" Global E-commerce Site Construction - Balancing Brand Identity and Operational Reality
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SCALE Tokio Marine Holdings Wins Excellence Award at Accessibility Awards for Global Website Redesign! (In Japanese only)
Contact Us
Dentsu Digital Global Center
Our Center of Excellence for Global Business, based in Japan. DDGC brings together 150+ multilingual professionals to help global brands enter and grow in Japan and to support Japanese companies expanding worldwide—leveraging the Dentsu Group network to deliver integrated cross‑border solutions across media, CXM, data & technology, and creative.