# Alacritech

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

- Industry: Hardware
- Headquarters: San Jose, US
- Website: www.alacritech.com
- Total disclosed funding: $13M
- Latest round: Series C (Jan 21, 2002)
- Investors on record: 4

## About

Alacritech, Inc. specializes in licensing advanced accelerator technology that enhances network file system (NFS) performance, providing enterprise solutions for optimized data transfer and improved network efficiency.Alacritech, Inc. focuses on licensing patented accelerator technology aimed at improving NFS performance. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California, US. It has raised USD 34.00 mn through multiple funding rounds, with the latest round occurring on December 18, 2012, involving investors Alloy Ventures, Benchmark, and Redpoint Ventures. The firm has completed a total of 4 deals to date.Alacritech specializes in licensing its patented accelerator technology, primarily focusing on enhancing network file system (NFS) performance. The company's flagship offerings include advanced NFS accelerators, designed to optimize data transfer speeds and improve overall network efficiency for enterprises. Although Alacritech has ceased manufacturing its ANX series of NFS accelerators, it continues to support existing clients with a dedicated team ensuring that all support contracts are honored. The target clientele includes businesses operating in sectors that demand high-performance data management solutions, such as technology firms, financial institutions, and cloud service providers. Alacritech's technology has been utilized extensively in North America and Europe, catering to a diverse range of industries that require robust and reliable data transfer capabilities.Alacritech's revenue model is structured around licensing agreements for its proprietary accelerator technology. Clients typically engage in annual contracts that provide access to the company's technology, alongside dedicated support services tailored to meet specific operational needs. Transaction structures are primarily B2B, with enterprises purchasing licenses for software solutions that enhance their data management systems. Given the sophisticated nature of the products, customers often enter into long-term partnerships which include ongoing support and updates. While specific pricing details for the licensing agreements or any associated services are not disclosed, the company's revenue generation is closely tied to its ability to deliver high-quality support and maintain customer satisfaction in a competitive landscape.Alacritech is planning to enhance its product offerings by designing new advanced NFS accelerators, with details on specific launch dates to be announced. The company aims to expand into additional geographic markets, particularly targeting regions across Asia and South America by 2024. Recent funding of USD 1.25 mn raised in December 2012 will be utilized to support these initiatives, enhancing product development and market expansion efforts.

## Funding rounds

- Series C, Jan 21, 2002, $13M — Munder Capital Management, Needham Capital Partners, Quantum Technology Partners, Berkeley VC International

## Investors

- Munder Capital Management — Series C
- Needham Capital Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/needham-capital-partners) — Series C
- Quantum Technology Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/quantum-technology-partners) — Series C
- Berkeley VC International (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/berkeley-vc-international) — Series C