System Integrator (SI: Primarily System Proposals)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Analyzes customers' business challenges and leads optimal system solutions from proposal and planning to implementation.
Description
System Integrators organize customers' business challenges, handle planning, proposals, and design of optimal IT systems, as well as vendor selection, project management, implementation support, test planning, and operational support across a wide range. They perform estimations and cost management based on requirements definitions and basic designs, and ensure smooth project progression through stakeholder coordination and risk management. Utilizing technical knowledge and strong communication skills, they play a crucial role as a bridge between customers and vendors.
Future Outlook
Demand for SI continues to grow with DX promotion and cloud migration, seeking talent with both business knowledge and technical expertise.
Personality Traits
Can respond flexibly / Good at logical thinking / Has coordination skills / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Consulting Firm / Contract Development / Flex / In-house Development / On-site / Remote
Career Path
Junior SIer → SI Consultant → Project Manager → Senior Manager/IT Architect → Executive Officer (CTO)
Required Skills
Basic Design / Business Process Analysis / Cost Management / Office Software (Proposal Creation) / Project Management / Requirements Definition / Stakeholder Coordination
Recommended Skills
Cloud Services Basics / Database / English (Technical Document Reading and Conversation) / Project Management / UML/ER Diagram Design
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Flexibility is needed to respond to customer requirements and environmental changes. |
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Logical analytical skills are essential to translate business requirements into technical specifications. |
| Communication Skills | High communication skills are required for negotiations and coordination with customers and vendors. |
| Planning & Organization | Organizational skills are necessary for project planning and progress management. |
| Problem Solving | The ability to quickly derive solutions in cases of requirement changes or trouble occurrence is important. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work with low physical demands. |
Related Qualifications
- Applied Information Technology Engineer
- Fundamental Information Technology Engineer
- IT Coordinator
- PMP
- Project Manager Examination
Aliases
- IT Consultant
- SIer
- System Engineer
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