Fidel acquires majority stake in IM Corporation, strengthens Japan presence and AI capabilities

Pune / Tokyo: Global AI-led enterprise B2B digital transformation services company Fidel has announced the acquisition of a majority stake in Japan-based IM Corporation, a technology consulting and digital transformation (DX) services firm with over 30 years of industry experience. The strategic acquisition significantly strengthens Fidel’s on-ground delivery capabilities in Japan while advancing its global expansion strategy and AI innovation roadmap.

Founded more than three decades ago, IM Corporation specializes in functional consulting, enterprise IT services, and digital transformation support for Tier-1 Japanese system integrators and enterprise clients. Over the past three years, the company has also developed AI-assisted service models using its proprietary neural knowledge framework, helping SI firms improve delivery productivity and knowledge reuse.

With a team of over 150 skilled professionals and deep cultural alignment with Japan’s enterprise ecosystem, IM Corporation has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality consulting and technology services. Following the acquisition, Fidel’s Japan operations expand to a combined strength of 200+ professionals, positioning it among the prominent India-origin SME technology service providers with a strong local Japan delivery presence. Globally, the Fidel group now has a workforce of over 500 professionals serving clients across multiple geographies.

The partnership enhances Fidel’s capabilities in AI-enabled services, enterprise solution implementation, bilingual consulting, managed services, and language localization solutions tailored to Japanese enterprises. By integrating IM Corporation’s local project management strengths and functional consulting expertise with Fidel’s global technology, AI, and digital engineering capabilities, the combined entity aims to deliver faster execution, innovation-driven outcomes, and improved business agility for clients.

“Japan is a strategic market for Fidel, and this acquisition marks an important milestone in our global growth journey,” said Sunil Kulkarni, CEO, Fidel. “IM Corporation’s deep understanding of the Japanese market, combined with Fidel’s expertise in IT and AI-driven services, creates a powerful platform to deliver enhanced value to customers in Japan and beyond. This partnership reflects the long-standing trust and relationships we have built in Japan over the years.”

The leadership team at IM Corporation will continue to play an active operational role to ensure business continuity and seamless integration with Fidel’s global delivery model.

“Partnering with Fidel opens new opportunities for innovation and global collaboration,” said Kikuchi-san, President & CEO, IM Corporation. “Together, we are well positioned to offer advanced technology and AI-enabled solutions to Japanese enterprises while maintaining the quality and trust our clients expect.”

The acquisition aligns with Fidel’s broader strategy to expand its international delivery footprint, strengthen its presence in key global markets, and invest aggressively in AI-led and next-generation technology services. With a 200+ member team in Japan and a 500+ global workforce, Fidel is strategically positioned to scale AI-led transformation programs for enterprises seeking trusted cross-border delivery partners.

Importantly, the transaction represents a strong India–Japan SME success story, highlighting how cross-border collaboration, cultural alignment, and long-term relationship building can create scalable global technology platforms. As enterprises worldwide accelerate investments in AI, automation, and digital transformation, Fidel aims to leverage this acquisition to enhance innovation capacity, deepen global client engagement, and deliver high-value AI-driven services across industries.