# A1A

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/a1a

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Tokyo, Japan
- Website: https://a1a.co.jp/
- Total disclosed funding: $3.3M
- Latest round: Series A (Jul 19, 2019)
- Investors on record: 4

## About

Based in Tokyo, Japan, A1A, Inc. specializes in creating innovative software solutions that enhance operational efficiency across various sectors, including logistics, manufacturing, and retail.Founded in 2018 in Tokyo, Japan, A1A, Inc. focuses on developing advanced software platforms that streamline processes for businesses. The company has completed 3 deals, with the most recent funding round occurring on August 5, 2024, when they raised JPY 400 million led by Toyota Tsusho, with participation from All Star SaaS Fund and Nagase. Shuhei Matsubara serves as CEO of A1A, Inc.A1A, Inc.'s primary offering is a comprehensive software platform that integrates advanced analytics and automation tools tailored for industries such as logistics, manufacturing, and retail. This platform enables organizations to optimize supply chain management, improve inventory control, and enhance customer relationship management, addressing challenges like demand forecasting and resource allocation. The company caters to mid to large-sized enterprises across North America, Europe, and Asia, focusing on those aiming for digital transformation.Revenue generation is based on a B2B model utilizing a subscription-based pricing strategy for its flagship software suite. Clients typically enter multi-year contracts with tiered pricing based on usage and services. Additional revenue comes from professional services like implementation support and ongoing training, fostering long-term relationships and sustaining revenue growth through recurring income from subscriptions and ancillary services.In August 2024, A1A, Inc. raised JPY 400 million in venture funding to accelerate product development. The company is planning to launch new products designed to further enhance their software solutions and expand into new markets, specifically targeting the European and North American regions by the end of 2025. This growth strategy is aimed at broadening their client base and enhancing operational capabilities.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Jul 19, 2019, $2.8M — SPARX Group, BEENEXT
- Seed, Mar 12, 2019, $0.5M — BEENEXT, Colopl Next, PKSHA Technology

## Investors

- BEENEXT (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/beenext) — Seed, Series A
- Colopl Next (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/colopl-next) — Seed
- PKSHA Technology — Seed
- SPARX Group (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/sparx-group) — Series A