Ep. 40: Rediscovering "Craftsmanship (Monozukuri) Culture" in Modern Software Engineering with Ryuta Hosaka
Featuring guest
Ryuta Hosaka
We had an enlightening conversation with Ryuta Hosaka about his journey from Seattle back to Tokyo and his role leading Slalom's new market launch in Japan. We explored his insights on reverse culture shock and the hidden opportunities he's discovered in the Japanese market. Ryuta shared his compelling theory that digital transformation is fundamentally a transformation of the mind and thinking, rather than just technology adoption. We delved into his fascinating perspective on rediscovering 'Craftsmanship (Monozukuri) Culture' in modern software engineering, drawing connections between traditional Japanese craftsmanship principles and contemporary development practices. We also discussed the changes he anticipates in a post-COVID world and how his passion for people drives his approach to technology leadership.
Themes of Inquiry
- Digital transformation mindset
- Monozukuri craftsmanship culture
- Cross-cultural business leadership
- Post-COVID market opportunities
- Japanese market dynamics
We had an enlightening conversation with Ryuta Hosaka about his journey from Seattle back to Tokyo and his role leading Slalom's new market launch in Japan.
Episode Summary
We had an enlightening conversation with Ryuta Hosaka about his journey from Seattle back to Tokyo and his role leading Slalom's new market launch in Japan. We explored his insights on reverse culture shock and the hidden opportunities he's discovered in the Japanese market. Ryuta shared his compelling theory that digital transformation is fundamentally a transformation of the mind and thinking, rather than just technology adoption. We delved into his fascinating perspective on rediscovering 'Craftsmanship (Monozukuri) Culture' in modern software engineering, drawing connections between traditional Japanese craftsmanship principles and contemporary development practices. We also discussed the changes he anticipates in a post-COVID world and how his passion for people drives his approach to technology leadership.
The Guest Biography
Ryuta Hosaka
Ryuta Hosaka is a technology and marketing analytics leader who recently returned to Japan after spending a decade in Seattle. He currently leads the new market launch for Slalom in Japan, bringing his extensive experience in data and marketing analytics to the Japanese market. Throughout his career, Ryuta has demonstrated exceptional leadership in building and managing teams in the technology sector. He is known for his innovative thinking around digital transformation and his unique perspective on integrating traditional Japanese craftsmanship principles with modern software engineering practices. Ryuta's leadership philosophy centers on his deep passion for people, which he considers even more important than his love for technology.
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