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Shopify Japan Inc. (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; Country Manager: Michio Baba; hereinafter referred to as Shopify Japan), the Japanese subsidiary of Shopify, a global commerce leader, announced that Iosys Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chuo-ku, Osaka; President and CEO: Kozyun Kure; hereinafter referred to as Iosys), a company specializing in the re-commerce of digital devices such as used smartphones, tablets, and computers, has adopted Shopify, an enterprise commerce platform, as part of its e-commerce platform renewal.Iosys is one of Japan's leading specialty retailers, boasting annual sales of 18.9 billion yen for the fiscal year ending March 2026. For over 30 years, they have sold digital devices, including used smartphones, tablets, and computers, through their e-commerce site and physical stores nationwide.The sale of used digital devices requires more complex operations than general e-commerce because the condition, specifications, price, and inventory differ for each product. Businesses need to accurately manage inventory information and provide clear, reliable product details so that customers can make informed decisions before purchasing.Previously, Iosys operated a custom-built e-commerce system maintained and developed by a small in-house team. However, this system struggled with insufficient integration of internal data and required significant cost and time for UI/UX improvements, posing challenges in quickly responding to new marketing initiatives and changing business needs.Against this backdrop, Iosys decided to migrate its existing e-commerce environment to Shopify to build a more sustainable and scalable operational structure that meets the company's unique business requirements.With the implementation of Shopify, Iosys aims to further enhance the customer experience through improvements in product search functionality, expansion of payment options, and increased convenience in the checkout process. As part of its mid-to-long-term e-commerce strategy, they also plan to explore new features, such as an AI-powered concierge-style chat service, to help customers find suitable products more easily and purchase with confidence.Regarding this announcement, Kozyun Kure, President and CEO of Iosys, stated:"We decided to adopt Shopify based on its extensive global implementation track record, its broad ecosystem of partners and apps, and its flexibility and scalability to adapt to the ever-changing commerce landscape. Many of the functions we previously developed and maintained in-house, such as data integration and UI/UX improvements, can be utilized as apps on Shopify, which is expected to reduce development man-hours by approximately 70%. We anticipate this will significantly reduce the burden of maintenance and operations, allowing us to allocate more resources to improving customer experience and implementing new growth strategies."Michio Baba, Country Manager of Shopify Japan, commented:"We are delighted that Iosys has chosen Shopify as its e-commerce platform. In the re-commerce business, accurate product information and a purchasing experience that makes it easy for customers to find the products they want are essential, as the condition, specifications, and inventory of each item vary. As AI transforms how consumers discover and purchase products, businesses require more flexible and scalable commerce platforms. Shopify will support Iosys in enhancing its customer experience and adapting to these changes."■About ShopifyShopify provides the critical internet infrastructure for commerce. With an all-in-one platform that supports businesses from launch to operation and growth, it enables sales across online stores, physical retail locations, and all sales channels connecting them. Shopify is currently supported by a wide range of users, from entrepreneurs to large brands, and is used by millions of businesses in over 175 countries worldwide. In Japan, it is utilized by many brands such as DAISO, Seikatsu no Ki, Nissen, KANADEMONO, and PAUL&JOE.For more details, please visit: https://www.shopify.com/jp