Kaopiz Holdings., JSC - Software Development

What Kaopiz Holdings., JSC - Software Development does

Kaopiz Holdings., JSC is a Vietnam-headquartered offshore software development company founded in 2014, focused primarily on serving Japanese enterprises through Vietnamese engineering capacity and a Japanese-language delivery model. The company operates four offices — Hanoi (headquarters, ~330 engineers), Da Nang (secondary engineering hub), Tokyo (Japanese subsidiary 株式会社カオピーズ, ~30 staff), and Singapore (APAC headquarters opened November 21, 2025 at 1 Raffles Place) — and employs 700-800+ engineers group-wide, including 60+ Japanese N2+ Bridge SE (BrSE) stationed with clients and 332+ Japanese-speaking engineers. Services span offshore development (web, mobile, business systems, games), dedicated lab-team engagements, 24/365 system monitoring, AWS cloud migration, AI image recognition (proprietary OCR + facial recognition engines), legacy modernization (7R framework), and DX consulting. Pricing is per-person-month across ten published tiers ranging from ¥300K for junior QA to ¥1.1M for Japan-resident senior PM.

Revenue is generated primarily through professional services (project-based, time-and-materials 準委任, and dedicated lab-model ラボ型 contracts), supplemented by managed services revenue from 24/365 monitoring retainers and potential licensing income from proprietary AI engines. The company has completed 1,000+ projects for 250+ enterprise clients with a self-reported 98% project success rate, and Vietnam ranks #1 in Japan's offshore development market with 43% share per the 2025 Offshore Development White Paper. The go-to-market combines direct enterprise sales via the Japanese subsidiary, strategic partnerships (notably GiG Works CrossIT signed March 2026), event presence (SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026, DXPO Nagoya 2026, Gartner Application Summit 2026, Asia Tech x Singapore), Japanese-language content marketing, and Singapore-led expansion into English-speaking APAC multinationals.

Name

Kaopiz Holdings., JSC - Software Development

Legal name

Kaopiz Holdings., JSC

Website

https://kaopiz.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2014

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Kaopiz Holdings is a Vietnam-based offshore software development firm serving 250+ Japanese enterprises with 700+ engineers, delivering offshore development, 24/365 AI monitoring, AWS services, and legacy modernization through dedicated lab teams and Japanese N2+ Bridge SE.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

IT Services

NAICS

Custom Computer Programming Services (541511), Computer Systems Design and Related Services (5415)

SIC

Services-Computer Programming, Data Processing, Etc. (7370), Services-Prepackaged Software (7372)

akta.pro primary industry

Order-to-Cash (O2C) Operations (Order Admin, Credit, Invoicing, Collections Handoff) (BPAAAGAK)

akta.pro secondary industry

Tax Operations Support (Indirect Tax, Withholding, Compliance Admin) (BPAAAGAI)

Keywords

• Offshore software development
• IT outsourcing services
• Legacy system modernization
• AI image recognition
• Cloud migration services

Headquarters

HQ city

Hanoi

HQ country

Vietnam

HQ region

Asia

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Offshore Software Development Services: Custom software development services contracted on a per-project (fixed-price), time-and-materials (準委任), or dedicated lab team (ラボ型) basis. Services span web systems, mobile apps, business systems, game apps, AI/blockchain applications, and legacy modernization. Revenue is generated from man-month billing for engineers at various seniority levels, with BrSE and PM fees charged separately.
2. 24/365 System Monitoring Services: Continuous remote monitoring and operations support for client systems, including incident response, SLA-based reporting, and AI-augmented analysis. Billed on a monthly retainer basis with defined SLA commitments.
3. AWS Cloud Services (AWS導入支援): Cloud migration, architecture design, and AWS infrastructure management. Provided as an AWS Advanced Consulting Partner with professional services billing.
4. Blockchain Development Services: Custom blockchain application development including smart contract development (Solidity, Cadence, Rust), DApp frameworks (Hardhat, OpenZeppelin, Ganache), NFT platforms, and DeFi solutions. Billed on project or lab-model basis.
5. AI / OCR Solutions: AI-based image recognition and OCR solutions, including the proprietary Kaopiz character recognition and facial recognition engines. May include technology licensing components.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Kaopiz is a Vietnam-based offshore software development provider that delivers custom system development, dedicated lab teams, 24/365 monitoring, AWS cloud migration, AI/OCR solutions, and legacy system modernization services primarily to Japanese enterprises. The company leverages 700+ engineers across Vietnam, Singapore, and Japan, including 60+ Japanese N2+ Bridge SE staff, to provide cost-optimized (30-50% savings vs. domestic Japan), Japanese-quality software engineering. Revenue is generated through professional services billing (per-project, time-and-materials, and lab-model engagements) plus managed-service retainers for monitoring.

Product overview

Kaopiz Holdings., JSC is a Vietnam-based technology company and software development provider that operates primarily as an offshore development partner for Japanese enterprises. The company's core offering is its Offshore Development Service, supported by specialized modules including a dedicated Lab Development (ラボ型開発) team model, 24/365 Monitoring Service with AI-powered anomaly detection, AWS Cloud Services, AI Image Recognition (proprietary OCR and facial recognition engines), and Legacy System Modernization services. Industry-specific solutions cover manufacturing, education, and retail/e-commerce sectors. The company positions itself as a comprehensive DX partner offering digital transformation consulting, system development, cloud migration, and ongoing operational support, with over 700 engineers across Vietnam, Singapore, and Japan serving 250+ client companies.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Offshore Development Service (オフショア開発) Offshore software development service leveraging Vietnam-based IT talent to deliver cost-effective, high-quality system development for Japanese enterprises. Covers web systems, mobile apps, business systems, and game applications.
• System Development (システム開発) Comprehensive system development service with over 500 completed projects, covering web systems, mobile applications, business core systems, and game apps using cutting-edge technologies at competitive costs and speed.
• Lab Development / Dedicated Team (ラボ型開発) Dedicated team-based development model where Kaopiz forms a dedicated development team that grows alongside the client using agile methodology. Provides continuity of team, accumulated knowledge, and flexibility for ongoing product development and improvement.
• 24/365 Monitoring Service (24時間365日監視) Round-the-clock system monitoring and operations service providing remote surveillance, incident detection and response, security monitoring, backup management, and continuous operational improvement. Features AI-powered log analysis, automated alerting via Slack and Teams, and SLA-based response commitments with a 1-hour first-response rule.
• Digital Transformation Consulting (DX推進支援) Digital transformation consulting and support services leveraging extensive IT expertise across domains to help enterprises modernize operations, adopt AI, and execute DX strategies using the latest digital technologies.
• AWS Cloud Services (AWS導入支援) AWS cloud migration and implementation services provided through Kaopiz's status as an AWS Advanced Consulting Partner. Covers cloud-native architecture design, migration planning, and operational optimization across AWS/Azure/GCP platforms.
• AI Image Recognition (AI・画像認識) AI image recognition solutions including proprietary text recognition (OCR) AI engine and facial recognition AI engine. Provides custom AI model development and AI-powered system development tailored to customer requirements, including document digitization and biometric authentication. The text recognition engine is licensed to partner companies.
• Legacy System Modernization (レガシー刷新) Legacy system modernization and refresh services that resolve complex legacy challenges through phased migration, cloud transition, and re-engineering of outdated systems that have been in place for decades, particularly supporting Japanese enterprise digital transformation.
• Manufacturing IT Solutions (製造業向けITソリューション) IT solutions tailored for the manufacturing industry, including AI-powered industrial automation, drone-based inspection systems, and manufacturing execution system integrations.
• Retail & E-commerce Solutions (小売・ECソリューション) IT solutions for retail and e-commerce businesses, including e-commerce platform development and retail system integrations.

Quantifiable outcome

• 98% project success rate
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

AI capability9 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• CMC UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 March 2026Kaopiz Holdings signed an MOU with CMC University on March 26, 2026, to develop high-quality IT talent pipelines. The partnership includes Codestar Academy's specialized education programs covering AWS/cloud technologies, AI, and IT project execution skills. Students gain early exposure to enterprise practice, clear career pathways, and training for roles including Business Analysts, Japanese-speaking Testers, and offshore development engineers. The partnership supports Kaopiz's international talent ecosystem and global market expansion strategy.
• GiGワークスクロスアイティ株式会社 (GiG Works CrossIT)coreGTM or Marketing Partner · 24 March 2026Kaopiz signed a strategic partnership with GiG Works CrossIT on March 24, 2026, to strengthen system development and DX solution offerings for the Japanese market. The partnership combines GiG Works CrossIT's existing client relationships in Japan with Kaopiz's offshore development capabilities, enabling high-quality, high-efficiency IT services delivery to Japanese enterprises.
• AWS (Amazon Web Services)coreTechnology or IntegrationKaopiz holds AWS Advanced Consulting Partner and AWS Well-Architected Partner status, providing cloud migration, architecture design, and AWS infrastructure management services. AWS partnership credentials are prominently featured as a key differentiator for enterprise cloud migration engagements, particularly in hybrid cloud and legacy modernization projects.
• Tokyo Keikairo (東京経済経営研究所)minorOthersKaopiz is a member of Tokyo Keikairo (Tokyo Association of Management and Economics), one of the industry associations and organizations listed on the company website footer alongside Japan Association of New Economy and VADX JAPAN.
• Japan Association of New Economy (日本Nouvelle экономика協会)minorOthersKaopiz is a member of the Japan Association of New Economy as part of its industry association affiliations, supporting its positioning in the Japanese market.
• VADX JAPANminorOthersKaopiz is a member of VADX JAPAN, one of the listed industry association affiliations on the company website.
• Hanoi University of Science and Technology (ハノイ工科大学)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKaopiz was founded by graduates of the Hanoi University of Science and Technology (HUST), Vietnam's top engineering university. Over half of Kaopiz's engineers are HUST graduates, and the company maintains deep ties through AI seminars for HUST students (held since 2019), GDGoC Hackathon 2025 sponsorship, and ongoing talent recruitment from the university. This partnership serves as the foundation of Kaopiz's talent moat.

Scale indicators12 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Direct peers

• Luvina Software: Vietnam-based offshore software development company with dedicated Japan focus, Japanese-speaking BrSE, and offices in Vietnam and Tokyo. Highly comparable niche positioning to Kaopiz.
• KMS Technology: Vietnam-based IT services company providing offshore software development, QA/testing, and cloud services to global clients including Japan. Comparable in delivery model and service mix.
• HBLAB: Vietnam IT outsourcing company with significant Japan client base and Japanese-speaking engineering staff. Comparable in target market and offshore delivery model.
• Evizi: Vietnam-based software development firm specializing in Japan-market offshore delivery with bilingual BrSE teams. Closely comparable business model and customer focus.
• TMA Solutions: Vietnam-based offshore software development company with 2,500+ engineers and significant Japan-market presence. Closely comparable to Kaopiz in Japan-focused delivery model and technology stack.
• Sun Asterisk (Sun*): Japan-Vietnam dual-headquartered software development company focused on DX and digital product engineering for Japanese enterprises. Closely comparable in target market, business model, and Japan-fluent delivery approach.
• Nals: Vietnam-based offshore software development firm with strong Japan market focus, including Japanese-speaking BrSE and direct enterprise engagements. Direct competitor for Japan-focused offshore contracts.

Broad incumbents

• CMC Corporation: One of Vietnam's largest IT conglomerates providing software services, cloud, and BPO across global markets including Japan. Broader incumbent comparable in Vietnam IT services scale and Japan exposure.
• FPT Software: Largest Vietnam-based IT services and offshore development company with global delivery, including a substantial Japan business. Direct comparator in offshore development for Japanese enterprises but with materially larger scale and broader service portfolio.
• Systena: Japan-based IT services company with offshore delivery capabilities. Competes with Kaopiz for Japan enterprise IT projects from a domestic Japan position rather than offshore-cost-arbitrage model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/kaopiz
• Xx.com/KaopizGlobal

Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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