Excelはなぜ会社員の象徴になったのか

ビジネス日本語講座 · Jun 2, 2026 · 7m

Why has Microsoft Excel become such a powerful symbol of corporate life? In this episode, I explore how Excel is much more than a spreadsheet application. It reflects the core principles of modern organizations: standardization, visibility, accountability, and management. Companies rely on systems that produce repeatable results, make performance measurable, and allow work to be transferred between individuals. Excel embodies this way of thinking. I also discuss how the rise of AI may challenge the “Excel mindset” and shift the focus from adapting to systems toward designing and directing…