FutureDial, the global leader in data cleansing, functional testing, and reconditioning automation for connected devices, proudly announces a strategic, multi-year partnership with SB Frameworks (SBF) Japan , a SoftBank Corp. company and one of Japan’s most respected and innovative mobile operators. This collaboration will transform the used mobile phone market in Japan , setting a new standard for quality, efficiency, and automation in mobile phone refurbishment.
As Japan continues to lead the way in technological advancements, SBF is pioneering the future of mobile refurbishment by leveraging FutureDial’s industry-leading automation solutions. This partnership is a fundamental step in SB Frameworks’ long-term vision to automate and scale the mobile refurbishment process to ensure premium quality, data security, and efficiency in the used mobile phone market.
FutureDial: The preferred automation partner for SB Frameworks
SB Frameworks, an integral part of SoftBank’s extensive mobile ecosystem, has established an ambitious roadmap to modernize and scale mobile phone refurbishment processes. Through its partnership with FutureDial, the global leader in mobile device logistics automation, SBF is taking decisive steps toward an automated future, laying the foundation for long-term growth.
Why FutureDial?
SB Frameworks selected FutureDial for the following reasons:
- Industry leadership and proven expertise – More than two decades of experience delivering best-in-class automation solutions for the mobile device supply chain.
- Modular and scalable automation – A phased approach that allows SBF to integrate automation gradually to ensure seamless adoption and long-term success.
- Comprehensive mobile phone refurbishment solutions – All-encompassing coverage, from data erasure and diagnostics to functional testing and cosmetic inspection.
- Commitment to knowledge transfer and long-term success – FutureDial dedicates significant resources to ensuring that SBF’s internal teams acquire expertise, experience, and the ability to scale operations efficiently.
A broad, multi-phase partnership for the future
This partnership is designed as a multi-year, multi-phase initiative aimed at progressively automating and refining SBF’s mobile reconditioning processes. The initial focus will be on optimizing core activities such as:
- Automated data deletion and security compliance – Ensuring that all personal data is completely removed from devices in compliance with strict Japanese data protection standards.
- Advanced functional testing and cosmetic inspection – Implementing AI-driven diagnostics to improve the classification and performance evaluation of used equipment.
- Automated Receiving and Processing Solutions – Exploring the next generation of automation solutions for equipment receiving, inventory management, and repair workflows.
“This partnership is a critical step,” said Hiroyuki Arai, President and Representative Director at FutureDial. “SB Frameworks has a clear vision for automation, and FutureDial is honored to support the company in executing a multi-year, multi-stage transformation that will set new industry standards in Japan .”
Hiro Watanuki , President and CEO of SB Frameworks, echoed this sentiment: “The partnership with FutureDial fits perfectly with our long-term strategy to increase efficiency and drive automation across the SB Frameworks mobile ecosystem. We see this as a critical step to enhance our operations and strengthen SBF’s leadership position in the mobile sector.”
Looking to the future: A partnership geared towards the future
The collaboration between FutureDial and SBF is just the beginning. As the partnership progresses, FutureDial will introduce new automation solutions, integrate advanced AI-driven technologies, and optimize mobile processing at scale.
Further details on this initiative will be announced in the coming months as FutureDial and SBF continue to lead the way in automation and innovation.
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