SHIFT Inc. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Dai Tange; TSE Prime Market: 3697; hereinafter "SHIFT"), a group company that supports the creation of sellable software services and products for its customers, and its group company, Japan Aerospace & Defense Consulting Inc. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Hideo Mori; hereinafter "JADC"), a consulting firm specializing in the defense sector, today, July 3, 2026 (Fri), announced the launch of the "Defense Business Qualified Business Operator System Contract and Certification Support Service" to support companies aiming for contracts and certification under the Defense Business Qualified Business Operator System established by the Acquisition, Technology & Logistics Agency (ATLA). Through the provision of this service, JADC will support companies transitioning from special clauses and those newly entering the defense business in building and strengthening their information security management systems. This will contribute to the further enhancement of information security management systems within the domestic defense industry and the deepening of public-private cooperation. About the Defense Business Qualified Business Operator System The Defense Business Qualified Business Operator System, implemented in July 2025 (Reiwa 7), targets companies that have or intend to have transactions related to handling classified information with ATLA. Its purpose is to strengthen information security management systems and streamline/rationalize contract procedures. Under this system, target companies are required to establish organizations, rules, education systems, facilities, and systems that meet the information security standards defined by the system. This necessitates an organizational and practical information security management system that goes beyond mere documentation. By meeting these strict standards and obtaining certification, companies will no longer need to obtain individual certi