Takahito Tokita
Representative Director, CEO and CDXO
2019 – Present
7 years (current)
Key Decisions & Impact
Taking over as CEO in 2019, Takahito Tokita accelerated Fujitsu's transition from a traditional hardware manufacturer into a modern, agile digital transformation (DX) company. He boldly introduced 'Fujitsu Uvance,' a sweeping strategic framework designed to align the company's entire product portfolio with global sustainability goals. Recognizing that internal cultural rigidity was stifling innovation, he implemented radical management reforms, dismantling entrenched corporate silos, promoting younger executives based on merit rather than strict seniority, and actively encouraging a culture of autonomous decision-making.
Legacy
Tokita's tenure is defined by his determination to modernize Fujitsu's entrenched, traditional corporate culture. By simultaneously driving severe structural cost reductions in legacy hardware divisions and investing in high-margin digital services, he has repositioned the company as a credible, purpose-driven partner for global enterprises navigating the complex transition to cloud computing and artificial intelligence. His leadership is widely credited with restoring investor confidence and stabilizing the company's long-term profitability. His visionary approach has redefined the company's trajectory for the twenty-first century.