# Ando

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/ando-2

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: San Francisco, US
- Website: www.ando.work
- Total disclosed funding: $4M
- Latest round: Seed (Feb 12, 2026)
- Investors on record: 7

## About

Based in the US, Ando is a technology company focused on providing AI-driven workforce optimization solutions that enhance demand forecasting and labor scheduling across various industries.Founded in 2023 and headquartered in San Francisco, US, Ando specializes in workforce optimization technology. The company has successfully closed one funding deal, raising USD 4.000 mn in Seed funding on February 12, 2026, led by Slow and supported by investors including Blitzscaling Ventures, Fireroad Ventures, Gaingels, Mana Ventures, Monochrome Capital, and Zeron Capital Management. The founder's specific background is not available at this time.Ando offers an AI-driven workforce optimization platform designed to enhance demand forecasting and labor scheduling across various industries, including food and beverage, retail, logistics, and healthcare. The core functionalities of Ando’s platform include predictive demand forecasting, intelligent scheduling, and a verified workforce network aimed at improving operational efficiency and reducing labor-related guesswork. By analyzing historical sales data, real-time signals, and location-specific patterns, Ando generates highly accurate demand forecasts at 15-minute intervals. This capability enables businesses to make proactive labor decisions rather than relying solely on weekly averages. The platform is designed for a diverse client base comprising multi-unit operators, small business owners, and managers across various geographical markets, including North America and Europe, where it addresses challenges such as high turnover, seasonal demand fluctuations, and critical skill coverage.Ando's revenue model is centered around subscription-based services that offer clients access to its suite of AI-powered workforce management tools. Business transactions typically occur through tiered pricing plans that cater to different operational scales and needs. Clients subscribe to the platform to benefit from features like predictive demand forecasting and intelligent scheduling, which directly impact their labor efficiency and profitability. Flagship services, such as the Smart Scheduling Engine and the Ando Passport for credential verification, enhance the value proposition and support client retention. The pricing structure is aligned with labor outcomes, ensuring that clients invest in solutions that deliver measurable returns on their labor investments. Through these structured transactions, Ando drives revenue by aligning its services closely with the operational needs of its customers.In February 2026, Ando raised USD 4.000 mn in seed funding, which will be used to expand its demand forecasting and scheduling software while scaling deployments with large business customers. The company is focused on launching new features and enhancing its current offerings. Specific plans include targeting expansion into additional geographical regions in North America and Europe within the next year.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Feb 12, 2026, $4M — Zeron Capital Management, Slow, Gaingels, Mana Ventures, Blitzscaling Ventures, Monochrome Capital, Fireroad Ventures

## Investors

- Zeron Capital Management (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/zeron-capital-management) — Seed
- Slow (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/slow) — Seed
- Gaingels (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/gaingels) — Seed
- Mana Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/mana-ventures) — Seed
- Blitzscaling Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/blitzscaling-ventures) — Seed
- Monochrome Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/monochrome-capital) — Seed
- Fireroad Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/fireroad-ventures) — Seed