Announcement: Paradigm is JIIMA Certified

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In Japan, the landscape of financial regulations is both complex and stringent, particularly for businesses striving to comply with the National Tax Agency’s (NTA) requirements for document management and storage. Accordingly, navigating these regulations is imperative for operational efficiency and legal compliance, a challenge that Paradigm has elegantly addressed with its latest landmark achievement: JIIMA Certified in June 2024.

This certification not only underscores Paradigm’s commitment to excellence but also marks a significant milestone in our journey to provide unparalleled document management solutions in Japan.

What is JIIMA?

The Japan Institute of Information Management and Administration (JIIMA) is pivotal in establishing standards for document management systems (DMS) in Japan. JIIMA certification indicates that a product like Paradigm’s meets the rigorous criteria for document handling, storage, and security, aligning with the NTA’s compliance prerequisites. Indeed, adherence to rules are non-negotiable, JIIMA’s approval offers businesses the assurance of legality and operational integrity.

Understanding NTA Regulations and Compliance

In Japan, businesses are required to maintain meticulous records of their financial transactions, a directive enforced by the NTA. These records must be stored in a manner that ensures their integrity, accessibility, and longevity. The certification by JIIMA serves as a testament to Paradigm’s ability to meet these stringent requirements, offering a solution that is not only compliant but also robust and user-friendly.

Paradigm’s Journey to JIIMA Certification

Paradigm received the coveted scanner certification in June 2024—a testament to our platform’s capability to store documents electronically in a manner that is both compliant and verifiable for content integrity and timestamp authenticity. This certification, particularly significant for its encompassing nature, validates our platform’s efficacy in managing digital and paper documents alike, providing an indispensable tool for businesses navigating Japan’s stringent tax laws.

Proof of Certification

We obviously take pride in being JIIMA Certified. That said, you don’t have to take our word for it: you can look us up in the official registry. Our certification ID is: 017300-00. Indeed, when evaluating DMS software, it is preferable to perform some due diligence by looking up products from this list.

Benefits for Paradigm Users

For businesses leveraging Paradigm’s platform, this certification means peace of mind. Users are assured of a system that meets the highest standards of compliance, integrity, and security, mandated by Japanese law. It signifies a stride towards operational excellence, where managing financial documents becomes a seamless, worry-free process.

JIIMA (Japan Image and Information Management Association) certification confirms that a system meets Japan’s rigorous digital document retention, integrity, and security standards. By achieving this certification, Paradigm demonstrates its capacity to align with National Tax Agency requirements, offering businesses a trusted and legally compliant platform.

In Japan, the National Tax Agency requires strict digital recordkeeping. Just like past financial regulations demanded paper audit trails, JIIMA certification assures companies and auditors that the digital archive businesses rely on is accurate, secure, and legally defensible.

Without JIIMA approval, electronic documents may face scrutiny during tax audits. Similar to using uncertified software for payroll, unvetted digital archives can lead to compliance challenges and possible penalties.

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