We are pleased to announce that an interview article featuring our CSO Shibata has been published on Nikkan Sports Premium.

In Part 1, Mr.Shibata, who transitioned from a professional baseball player to a management consultant, delves deeply into the core of organizational theory that supported the champion Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks.

The discussion explores the "translation barrier" that prevents data and AI from functioning effectively, as well as structural challenges facing the baseball industry.

In Part 2, Mr.Shibata shares insights on the high standards common among top performers, the "visualization of training methods" to align organizational guidance policies, and the differing leadership roles between front-of-house operations and behind-the-scenes management.

We encourage you to read the full interview below.

▼ Read the article here (Japanese only)

Part1: 【元プロの経営コンサルが迫る】強い球団にあり弱い球団にないもの　柴田章吾さん前編 - プロ野球 : 日刊スポーツ・プレミアム

Part2: 【元プロの経営コンサルが迫る】「新しい風を吹かせるために」柴田章吾さん後編 - プロ野球 : 日刊スポーツ・プレミアム