What KDDI America, Inc. does

KDDI America, Inc. is a wholly-owned US subsidiary of KDDI Corporation (Tokyo Stock Exchange: 9433) and the primary operating entity for the KDDI Group's Americas business, headquartered in Staten Island, New York, with approximately 586 employees. The company delivers comprehensive ICT solutions to Japanese multinational corporations operating in the Americas — spanning manufacturing, trading, finance, logistics, and food/consumer goods verticals — through an integrated portfolio covering global network connectivity (Global IP-VPN, IPLC, SD-WAN via Cisco Viptela and VMware VeloCloud, Global Internet Access), security (Global SASE, CrowdStrike Falcon, Zscaler, Cato Cloud, Cisco Umbrella, FireEye, Managed EDR), cloud and business applications (Kintone with a 100+ plug-in marketplace, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Power Platform, Google Workspace, HULFT 10 middleware), IoT (SORACOM-managed connectivity, Cariot fleet management, KDDI Spherience satellite IoT, connected cars), and business digital transformation (Smart Factory IoT, Energy IoT Monitoring, MotionBoard BI, UiPath RPA, ABBYY OCR, VR Safety Training, ASUENE carbon reporting, Air Leak Visualization).

The underlying technology is a platform-plus-partner ecosystem model: KDDI America composes best-of-breed third-party products (Microsoft, Cisco, CrowdStrike, Zscaler, UiPath, SORACOM, Cato, Telehouse, HENNGE) on top of KDDI-owned network infrastructure and proprietary platforms (Kintone, HULFT 10, MotionBoard, Smart Factory IoT, Energy IoT Monitoring). AI/ML appears primarily as embedded automation — anomaly detection on industrial data, motion-capture quality monitoring, and predictive factory analytics — rather than as a standalone AI-native offering.

The business model is enterprise field sales: direct sales teams engage large Japanese corporate clients through quote-based, custom-priced multi-year contracts (annual billing cadence), with revenue generated from recurring managed services fees, project-based system integration, and software/platform licensing. Geographic delivery is enabled by KDDI Group subsidiaries in over 100 countries, positioning KDDI America as the Americas hub within a globally distributed ICT services platform.

Name

KDDI America, Inc.

Legal name

KDDI America, Inc.

Website

https://us.kddi.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

KDDI America is the US subsidiary of Japanese telecom KDDI Corporation, delivering integrated ICT — network, security, cloud, IoT, RPA, and business digital transformation — to Japanese multinational enterprises operating in the Americas across manufacturing, trading, finance, logistics, and food/consumer verticals.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Enterprise ICT Services

NAICS

Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151), Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (518), Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (518210), Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (5182), Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths) (561621)

SIC

Services-Computer Programming, Data Processing, Etc. (7370), Services-Telephone Interconnect Systems (7385), Telephone Communications (No Radiotelephone) (4813)

akta.pro primary industry

Wi‑Fi IoT & Device Onboarding/Provisioning (802.1X, DPSK, MDM integrations) (HDAFACAL)

Keywords

• Enterprise ICT services
• Global network connectivity
• Managed security services
• Cloud infrastructure solutions
• IoT connectivity platforms

Headquarters

HQ city

New York

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. ICT Services Portfolio: Comprehensive portfolio including telecommunications (domestic/international), private line services, IP-VPN, internet services, ethernet services, system integration, SD-WAN, cloud and managed services, helpdesk services, IoT solutions, and business DX tools. Revenue generated through recurring service fees, project-based implementation, and licensing arrangements.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

KDDI America is the Americas subsidiary of Japanese telecom conglomerate KDDI Corporation and provides enterprise ICT solutions to Japanese-headquartered multinational corporations. Its portfolio spans global network connectivity (IP-VPN, SD-WAN, IPLC, Internet services), managed cybersecurity (zero-trust SASE, EDR via CrowdStrike, Zscaler, Cisco Umbrella, Cato Networks, FireEye), cloud and business applications (Kintone low-code, MotionBoard BI, Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, HULFT 10 file transfer), IoT and smart-factory (SORACOM, Smart Factory IoT, Energy IoT, Cariot fleet, satellite IoT), RPA (UiPath), OCR (ABBYY), data center and managed services, and digital-transformation/carbon-neutrality consulting.

Product overview

KDDI America is a comprehensive ICT solutions provider offering a multi-product portfolio organized around several service categories: Cloud & App (including Kintone, Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, file storage, and the Plug-in Marketplace with 100+ extensions); Security (Global SASE, KDDI SD-Network Platform, CrowdStrike Falcon, Zscaler, Cato Cloud, FireEye, Cisco Umbrella, Managed EDR, KDDI Cloud Inventory); Business DX (Smart Factory IoT, Energy IoT Monitoring, VR Safety Training, BI with MotionBoard and Power BI, Air Leak Visualization, ASUENE carbon reporting, EC Site solutions); Business Support Tools (UiPath RPA, ABBYY FlexiCapture/FineReader, Omni-Channel Messaging, HULFT 10 file transfer, Pocketalk translation); Network (Global IP-VPN, Internet Gateway, Global Router, IPLC, SD-WAN via VMware VeloCloud and Cisco Viptela); IoT (SORACOM connectivity, Cariot fleet management, KDDI Spherience satellite solutions, Connected Cars); Office IT Management (helpdesk, network management, IT outsourcing, modern workforce solutions); and Data Center services. The portfolio is a platform-plus-extensions model where core platforms like Kintone and MotionBoard are augmented by ecosystem tools, partner integrations, and managed services. KDDI also provides carbon neutrality solutions including CO2 visualization consulting and ASUENE greenhouse gas reporting software.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Kintone: A cloud-based business application development platform that enables non-developers to create business apps for project management, client management, event reports, approval processes, and more.
• HULFT 10
• MotionBoard
• Energy IoT Monitoring Solution
• Smart Factory IoT Solution

Products and services

• Kintone Cloud-based low-code business application development platform enabling non-developers to create database applications in minutes for project management, client management, approval workflows, and data consolidation. Supports 100+ plug-in extensions.
• MotionBoard BI Dashboard Business intelligence dashboard platform providing real-time data monitoring and visualization, with extensive chart functionality (pie, bar, line, radar, gauge, signal charts), alert features with second-interval threshold monitoring, and automated report output to Excel, PowerPoint, and PDF.
• HULFT 10 Middleware file-transfer solution supporting secure TCP/IP transfers between servers, platforms, and encoding formats with up to 6x faster speeds than traditional FTP, encryption (HULFT encryption, AES, C4S), data compression, and multi-cloud support.
• Global SASE Secure Access Service Edge solution combining network and security functions (SD-WAN, SWG, CASB, ZTNA) to deliver cost-effective security improvements via existing network connections.
• KDDI SD-Network Platform Software-defined networking platform enabling flexible corporate networks that adapt to increased cloud usage, more connection points, and overseas business expansion.
• KDDI Global IP-VPN Global IP-VPN service providing secure, reliable site-to-site connectivity across multiple countries and locations for enterprise customers.
• International Private Leased Circuit (IPLC) Dedicated point-to-point circuit service providing exclusive international bandwidth for enterprise connectivity needs.
• KDDI Global Router Package Global routing service enabling international network connectivity and traffic management across KDDI's global network infrastructure.
• KDDI Global Internet Access Service International internet access service providing global connectivity for enterprise locations worldwide.
• KDDI Internet Gateway Internet connectivity gateway service providing reliable and scalable internet access for enterprise customers.
• Network Solutions Comprehensive network solutions including design, implementation, and management services for enterprise networking needs.
• UiPath RPA Implementation Solution Robotic Process Automation solution implementation service for automating repetitive rule-based tasks across applications, reducing human error and workload.
• ABBYY FlexiCapture OCR and data capture platform for extracting text and data from documents, images, and PDFs, enabling automated document processing.
• Smart Factory IoT Solution Factory IoT and automation service combining sensor data from production lines with cloud storage and AI analysis to enable real-time monitoring, problem detection, failure prediction, automatic OEE data collection, and production optimization.
• Energy IoT Monitoring Solution IoT-based energy monitoring platform providing real-time visualization of electricity, water, gas, and steam consumption with CO2 emissions calculations compliant with GHG Protocol Scope 1 and Scope 2.
• SORACOM with KDDI IoT connectivity platform in partnership with SORACOM, providing managed connectivity services for IoT devices worldwide. Soracom-KDDI was recognized as a Leader in the 2026 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Managed IoT Connectivity Services.
• Cariot with KDDI Fleet management and vehicle tracking IoT solution for monitoring driver behavior, vehicle location, and fleet operations.
• Connected Cars Solution Connected vehicle solutions providing telematics, fleet management, and vehicle connectivity services.
• KDDI America Data Center US-based data center facilities providing colocation, hosting, and managed services for enterprise customers.
• Microsoft 365 Service Cloud productivity suite including Office applications, collaboration tools, and cloud services, offered as part of KDDI's cloud application portfolio with Japanese-language support and integration.
• Microsoft Power BI Business intelligence tool with strong Microsoft ecosystem compatibility, enabling data extraction, transformation, visualization, and sharing from hundreds of data sources including Dynamics 365, Azure, Salesforce, and SharePoint.
• Google Workspace Google's cloud-based productivity and collaboration suite offered through KDDI's business support tool portfolio.
• KDDI America Managed SD-WAN (Cisco Viptela) Managed SD-WAN service using Cisco Viptela technology, providing software-defined wide area networking with centralized management for enterprise branch and cloud connectivity.
• VMware SD-WAN by VeloCloud VMware-powered SD-WAN solution for enterprise branch networking and cloud connectivity.
• KDDI Cloud Inventory Cloud-based IT asset tracking and inventory management solution providing real-time visibility into IT assets across the organization.
• Air Leak Visualization and Monitoring Solution Solution for visualizing compressed air leaks, compressor performance, and CO2 emissions in industrial facilities to reduce energy waste and support carbon neutrality initiatives.
• VR Safety Training Solution Virtual reality-based safety training solution enabling immersive, hands-on training experiences for industrial and manufacturing environments.
• Omni-Channel Messaging Service Multi-channel communication platform enabling unified messaging across various customer communication channels.
• Voice Solution (IP Telephone) Services Internet Protocol-based voice communication services for enterprise telephony needs.
• KDDI File Storage Cloud-based file storage and management service for enterprise document storage needs.
• Smart Offices & Interior Design Smart office design and implementation services for modernizing workplace environments with integrated technology.
• IIX-service (Data Center Interconnection) Data center interconnection service enabling secure and high-speed connectivity between data centers.
• Plug-in Marketplace KDDI-operated marketplace enabling swift purchase and installation of plug-ins for Kintone, with support available in English and Japanese; over 100 readily available plug-in extensions are purchasable.
• EC Site E-commerce site solution supporting digital commerce operations for enterprise customers.
• KDDI Smart Space Design New service launched by KDDI Group to support creation of workspaces and visitor spaces built around communications, robotics, and AI; availability in the Americas region not specified in source.

Quantifiable outcome

• 40% operating cost reduction for enterprise WAN deployments
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers21 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

AI capability7 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

18 partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• MicrosoftcoreTechnology or IntegrationIntegration partnerships for Microsoft 365, Azure, Power Platform, Power BI, Dynamics 365, SharePoint. KDDI offers Microsoft Power Platform services and Microsoft 365 integration solutions.
• VMware (Dell Technologies)coreTechnology or IntegrationVMware SD-WAN by VeloCloud offered as part of KDDI's SD-WAN service portfolio.
• CiscocoreTechnology or IntegrationCisco Viptela SD-WAN managed service and Cisco Umbrella security solutions offered.
• UiPathcoreTechnology or IntegrationRPA (Robotic Process Automation) solution implementation with UiPath, including deployment and support services.
• ABBYYcoreTechnology or IntegrationABBYY FlexiCapture OCR solution offered for document processing and data extraction.
• ZscalercoreTechnology or IntegrationZscaler cloud security services offered as part of KDDI's security portfolio.
• CrowdStrikecoreTechnology or IntegrationCrowdStrike Falcon endpoint security, EDR, and threat hunting solutions offered.
• GooglecoreTechnology or IntegrationGoogle Workspace, Google Cloud Platform integration, and Android IoT services offered.
• Kintone (Cybozu)coreTechnology or IntegrationKintone cloud-based business application platform offered with plug-in marketplace support.
• SORACOMcoreTechnology or IntegrationIoT connectivity services partnership. Soracom-KDDI recognized as Leader in Gartner Magic Quadrant for Managed IoT Connectivity Services.
• FireEye/MandiantcoreTechnology or IntegrationFireEye security solutions offered as part of KDDI's security service portfolio.
• Cato NetworkscoreTechnology or IntegrationCato Cloud SASE platform offered as part of global network security solutions.
• MotionBoardcoreTechnology or IntegrationMotionBoard BI dashboard solution offered for business intelligence and data visualization.
• HULFTcoreTechnology or IntegrationHULFT 10 file transfer solution offered as middleware for enterprise data transfer needs.
• HENNGEcoreTechnology or IntegrationHENNGE One security solution offered with Microsoft 365 integration.
• KDDI SpheriencecoreTechnology or IntegrationSatellite IoT and connectivity solutions for space-based communications.
• CariotcoreTechnology or IntegrationFleet management and vehicle tracking IoT solution offered.
• TelehousecoreTechnology or IntegrationData center services through Telehouse global data center network.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• BT Global Services: UK-headquartered global telecom and managed-services arm of BT Group, delivering enterprise networking, security, and cloud services to multinational customers — comparable international carrier-services competitor.
• Verizon Business: Major US incumbent carrier with a global enterprise division offering network, security, managed services, and IoT — competes head-to-head for large multinational enterprise accounts.
• Lumen Technologies: Large US-headquartered global network and managed-services provider competing with KDDI America for enterprise WAN, SD-WAN, SASE, and unified communications deals in the Americas.

Direct peers

• NTT Communications / NTT America: US arm of Japan's NTT Group — the most direct peer to KDDI America, also providing global network, cloud, managed services, and ICT solutions to Japanese-headquartered multinationals in the Americas.
• Tata Communications: Indian-origin global telecom and managed network services provider delivering enterprise WAN, SD-WAN, cloud connectivity, and IoT to multinationals — direct peer in the global enterprise ICT services category.
• Orange Business Services: France-based global telecom subsidiary of Orange Group, providing managed network, SD-WAN, cloud, IoT, and integration services to multinational enterprises — analogous international-telco-coverage model.
• Internet Initiative Japan (IIJ America): Japanese-headquartered internet and network services provider with an Americas subsidiary serving Japanese corporates overseas with connectivity, cloud, security, and managed services — directly comparable GTM and customer profile to KDDI America.
• Colt Technology Services: Global enterprise network and managed-services provider competing with KDDI America for international enterprise WAN, SD-WAN, and connectivity deals, especially for Japanese and European multinationals.

Emerging players

• SORACOM (standalone): Cloud-native IoT connectivity platform co-recognized with KDDI as a Gartner Leader for Managed IoT Connectivity. Overlaps with KDDI America's IoT connectivity offering and competes for IoT-centric enterprise deals.
• Cato Networks: Cloud-native SASE platform vendor and KDDI partner; competes with KDDI's Global SASE offering when customers buy Cato directly rather than through KDDI's managed service.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCykkVr5j0MgCW9ju4qM11mA
• Facebookfacebook.com/KDDIAmericaInc
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/kddi

Revenue estimate

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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