About Hanveto
We believe small retail stores deserve the same quality of business intelligence tools that large enterprises use, without the complexity or cost.
Our Mission
Hanveto was created to address a specific challenge faced by small retail store owners in Japan: the difficulty of understanding business performance through data when you lack technical expertise or resources for expensive analytics platforms.
We observed that while large retail chains invest heavily in sophisticated data analysis systems, small independent stores often rely on intuition and basic sales records. This creates an unfair disadvantage in an increasingly competitive market.
Our mission is to level the playing field by providing accessible, affordable analytics tools designed specifically for the needs and constraints of small retail operations. We focus on presenting data in ways that are immediately useful for practical business decisions.
Our Approach
We design Hanveto around three core principles that guide every feature and decision we make.
First, simplicity: every visualization and report must be understandable without training. If a store owner can't immediately grasp what the data means, we redesign it until they can.
Second, relevance: we only track and display metrics that directly inform practical business decisions. No vanity metrics or unnecessary complexity.
Third, accessibility: the platform must work on devices store owners already have, require minimal setup time, and integrate seamlessly with common point-of-sale systems used in Japan.
What Guides Us
These values shape how we build Hanveto and serve our customers.
Clarity Over Complexity
We resist the temptation to add features that don't serve a clear purpose. Every element of Hanveto exists to make understanding your business easier, not harder.
Partnership Mindset
We view our relationship with store owners as a partnership. Your success is our success, and we actively seek feedback to improve the platform based on real-world needs.
Data Privacy
Your business data belongs to you. We implement security measures to protect your information and never share or sell data to third parties.
Local Understanding
We design specifically for Japanese retail practices, seasonal patterns, and business customs. Hanveto isn't a generic tool adapted for Japan—it's built for Japan from the ground up.
Based in Niigata
Our team operates from Niigata, giving us direct insight into the challenges and opportunities facing retail businesses throughout Japan. This local presence informs our understanding of seasonal patterns, regional preferences, and the specific needs of Japanese store owners.
We maintain close relationships with the retail community, regularly speaking with store owners to understand evolving needs and ensure Hanveto continues to serve them effectively.
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