IT CONSULTING
Add IT Expertise to Your Team
From IT advisory services and AI adoption support to SEO/AIO optimization and security assessments,
Sola provides a trusted partner you can consult in Japanese to address your IT challenges.
IT challenges faced by Japanese-affiliated companies in the U.S.—do any of these sound familiar?
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No in-house IT experts
It is difficult to find IT professionals in the U.S. who can provide advice in Japanese, leaving no one to consult even for small questions.
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Difficulty making IT investment decisions
You are unsure where to invest or how to prioritize, and cannot assess whether vendor proposals are appropriate.
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Security concerns
You know security measures are necessary, but are unsure where to start and lack visibility into your organization’s vulnerabilities.
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Not wanting to fall behind in AI adoption
You want to leverage AI, but are unsure what approach fits your business. You may also have concerns about entrusting confidential data to external AI services.
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Limited website traffic and lead generation
You are unsure what to do for SEO or AI search optimization (AIO), and are losing search rankings to competitors.
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Vendor selection and management burden
Negotiations and quality control with IT vendors consume your time, and you would like a second opinion.
Sola can address all of these challenges in one place
✓ As a U.S.-incorporated company, contracts and payments are completed entirely within the United States.
✓ Japanese-speaking IT experts work closely with you to address your specific challenges.
✓ We provide end-to-end support—from assessment and recommendations through execution.
✓ In Japan, we have over 17 years of experience working with government agencies and major enterprises.
Sola’s IT Consulting Services
As your trusted partner for all IT-related challenges,
we provide end-to-end support—from strategy development through execution.
Unlike firms that stop at assessments or recommendations,
Sola can support implementation and operations as needed, which is one of our key strengths.
IT Advisory (Ongoing Support)
We provide continuous support as your go-to advisor for IT matters.
- Prioritization of IT investments
- Vendor selection and evaluation support
- Second opinions on system implementation and vendor proposals
- IT troubleshooting and issue resolution
AI Adoption Support
We propose and help implement the AI approach best suited to your business.
- AI consulting for business operations
- Deployment of local AI (in-house LLM)
- API integrations with OpenAI / Claude, etc.
- Support for building AI agents and automations (e.g., n8n)
SEO / AIO Optimization
We optimize for both traditional search engines and AI-driven search.
- Current ranking assessment and diagnostics
- SEO improvement planning and execution
- AI Overview (AIO) optimization
- Content improvements and local SEO support
Security Services
From vulnerability assessment to implementation of countermeasures.
- Vulnerability assessments (web applications and networks)
- Penetration testing
- Employee security testing and training
- Hands-on support to implement security measures
※For any other IT challenges, please feel free to contact us.
Six Reasons to Choose Sola
1, Consult in Japanese
We provide IT consulting in Japanese in the U.S. market. Even highly technical topics can be discussed smoothly in Japanese, including nuances and context.
2, End-to-end support—from assessment to implementation
While many consulting firms end with “assessment only” or “recommendations only,” Sola can cover implementation and operations with an in-house team of 200+ engineers.
3, Reasonable pricing
By leveraging resources in Japan, we offer services at a reasonable cost compared to typical U.S. market rates—without compromising quality.
4, 18 years of proven experience
Since 2008, Sola has successfully delivered IT infrastructure design/build and system development projects for a wide range of clients, from government agencies to major enterprises.
5, Flexible scope of engagement
From one-time assessments to ongoing advisory retainers, we propose flexible support options tailored to your situation. Small inquiries are welcome.
6, Contracting available as a U.S. entity
Sola of America is a corporation registered in Washington State. Contracts, purchase orders, and payments are completed entirely within the U.S., eliminating exchange rate risk and the complexity of international remittances.
How We Work
From discovery to execution, we support you end to end
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Discovery
We discuss your current challenges and goals in detail.
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Assessment & Analysis
We review and analyze the current state to clarify the issues.
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Recommendation
We propose solutions and an execution plan.
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Implementation Support
We provide hands-on support to execute the agreed initiatives.
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Measurement & Continuous Improvement
We measure outcomes and propose ongoing improvements.
FAQ
Contracts & Transactions
How are contracts and payments handled?
Sola of America is a corporation registered in the state of Washington, USA. All contracts, purchase orders, and payments are completed entirely within the United States. As there is no need to go through our Japan headquarters, this eliminates exchange rate risk and the complexity of international remittances.
What contract models are available?
We offer contract structures tailored to your needs, including spot engagements (assessment and analysis only), project-based contracts, and ongoing advisory retainers. Please feel free to contact us for a consultation.
Is it possible to sign an NDA (Non-Disclosure Agreement)?
Yes. We can execute an NDA prior to any meetings if required. Please do not hesitate to let us know.
Service Details
Can you support implementation, not just assessment and recommendations?
Yes. Sola employs more than 200 engineers, enabling us to provide end-to-end support—from assessment and recommendations through implementation and operations. This is one of Sola’s key strengths.
Can you provide ongoing support as an IT advisor?
Yes. We offer ongoing advisory contracts, including monthly review meetings and an on-demand consultation framework whenever needed.
What is “local AI (in-house LLM) deployment”?
This is a service that deploys AI within your internal environment, rather than using external AI services such as ChatGPT or Claude. It allows you to leverage AI without exposing confidential information externally, making it ideal for organizations with strict data security requirements.
What is AIO optimization?
AIO stands for “AI Overview,” a feature in which AI-generated summaries appear in search results on platforms such as Google. In addition to traditional SEO, optimization for AI-driven content discovery (AIO) has become increasingly important.
What is penetration testing?
Penetration testing is a security assessment in which we attempt to breach your system using the same methods as real attackers. Compared to standard vulnerability scanning, it provides a more practical evaluation of your system’s defensive strength.
Pricing
What is the typical cost range?
Costs vary depending on the scope and duration of the service. By leveraging development and consulting resources in Japan, Sola offers services at reasonable rates compared to typical U.S. market pricing. We propose plans ranging from spot assessments to ongoing advisory engagements, tailored to your budget.
Is the initial consultation free?
Yes. The first consultation is free of charge. We will listen to your challenges and explain how Sola can support your needs.
Can we start with a small engagement?
Yes. We can begin with spot assessments or consultations. Please feel free to contact us.
Feel free to reach out to us
Even if you are unsure whether your question is appropriate,
we welcome all inquiries. Please share any IT-related challenges you are facing.
✓ We will respond within two business days of your inquiry
✓ The initial consultation is free of charge
✓ NDA execution is available upon request
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