~PitA Proof-of-Concept Feedback Session (via Zoom) Group View~ Scale Technology Inc. (Headquarters: Hiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture; CEO: Arisa Sawada) announces the results of its beta proof-of-concept (PoC) experiment for PitA (Pita), an AI-powered assessment service tailored for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), leveraging generative AI (LLM) and the BigFive personality theory. The PoC was conducted from January to February 2026, with analysis and refinements completed by the end of May. For SMEs facing persistent hiring challenges, employee mismatch after onboarding leading to early turnover remains a serious issue. Scale Technology Inc. conducted a beta PoC for PitA, an SME-specific AI assessment service that uses AI to analyze deep-seated personality and behavioral traits through text, supporting the full cycle from hiring to development, performance, and retention. Seven SMEs from the eastern Mikawa region, comprising 276 employees, participated in the experiment. A remarkable 90% of participants responded that the analysis results accurately reflected their personalities, confirming both practical accuracy and strong willingness for adoption. ~SME CEO Struggling with Recruitment Difficulties (Image generated by Gemini)~ This PoC, involving seven SMEs and 276 existing employees from the eastern Mikawa region, demonstrated high evaluation scores for both measurement accuracy and practical usability, proving PitA’s potential as a service that contributes to creating environments where both job candidates and current employees can thrive. ✦ Background and Objectives of the PoC In today’s competitive hiring landscape, SMEs face challenges that go beyond merely “finding people.” Even when hiring succeeds, mismatches between individual traits and workplace environments often lead to early resignations or underperformance. ~New Hire Who Resigned Early Despite Successful Recruitment (Image generated by Gemini)~ At the root of this issue is the lack of s