Ariki Ono

Background

About Ariki Ono

Business & technology executive specializing in AI, supply chain management, and strategic innovation. I help organizations adopt advanced technologies, optimize full supply chains, and build sustainable competitive advantages in fast-changing times.[Core strengths] AI-enabled operations • Supply chain & logistics transformation • New business creation & strategic partnerships 1. AI & DX • Since 2014 at NTT Data, I have designed and deployed AI/deep-learning systems in logistics—especially package recognition and AI-OCR for documents. • As Chief Digital Officer at Tokio Marine dR, I launched an AI Governance Consulting Service and also formed alliances with Private AI (Canada) & Corpy (France-Japan). • At Tokio Marine Smart Mobility, I lead data-driven analytics of warehouse operations using AI vision to find inefficiencies, and redesign 2. SCM & Logistics Innovation • Over 15 years at NTT Data, I focused on digital transformation across manufacturing, retail, and logistics—global inventory optimization, AI recognition of package shapes, and technology adoption consulting. • I also work with academia and government on policy and whitepapers; teach next-generation leaders in digital supply chain; and speak at industry forums about logistics innovation and gen 3. New Business Development & Leadership • Over 10+ years, I have launched 5 or more new businesses or services. Examples include:(i) launching a logistics software in Vietnam sold to over 30 companies,(ii) launched a MaaS initiative, introducing contactless payment to over 50 transit operators across Japan. • As COO & CSO of NTT Data’s Thai subsidiary (300 employees), I reversed a loss-making operation: within the six months from my appointment, I turned it around, and over two years revenue grew from US$6M to $10M, transforming it into a competitive digital services provider. • In leadership roles as a director at Tokio Marine Smart Mobility and CDO at Tokio Marine dR, I have promoted cross-sector collaboration and strategic Recent Highlights (2025) • Active thought leadership: Logistics DX Summit 2025; Web news broadcasting covering the Trump tariffsin in Logistics Today; Generative AI Risk Management forums among others. • Strategic partnerships: established alliances with Private AI (Canada) and Corpy (France-Japan) to strengthen AI risk management and responsible deployment in business contexts.