Layout International Supports Successful The Japan Times’ Transition to Digital-First Workflow

Layout International, a leading provider of cutting-edge technology solutions, is proud to announce its latest collaboration with The Japan Times, Japan’s most prominent English-language news publication.

Through this partnership, Layout International successfully enabled the migration of The Japan Times, which was established in 1897, to its NewsPublish web CMS, allowing it to capitalize on its advanced capabilities and support a digital-first workflow.

For a number of years, The Japan Times had used NewsPublish CMS for its print publication and integrated it with its custom-built WordPress site. However, The Japan Times recognized the advantages of having its digital operations and assets in one unified CMS.

Layout International put their extensive expertise into facilitating the migration and allowing The Japan Times to harness the full suite of features offered by NewsPublish CMS. This transformative venture not only benefited newsroom efficiency but allowed the company to enjoy an increase in website performance and stability. The new website demonstrates The Japan Times’ commitment to the needs of its readership, delivering news content in a timely manner.

The Japan Times now benefits from the full range of features within NewsPublish. The editorial team can efficiently and collaboratively create, manage and distribute news across print and digital platforms.

Jean-Michel Habis, CEO at Layout International expressed his enthusiasm for the project, saying, “We are very happy with this continuous collaboration with The Japan Times, and our latest success in revitalizing their online presence. We have enabled The Japan Times to embrace a seamless digital-first workflow. We are confident that this partnership will enhance user experience, drive audience growth and cement The Japan Times’ position as a leading news publisher. It also shows once again Layout International’s commitment to providing solutions that empower business to thrive in the constantly evolving digital landscape.”

Mark Thompson, Managing Editor of The Japan Times, says he has high hopes for the solution. “The NewsPublish CMS is providing us with a stable platform for the future. We were not only  attracted to the various tasks that we could accomplish on one platform but also to the framework’s flexibility. Moving forward, we’ll be able to build on it and develop new and innovative ways to present our journalistic endeavors.”