# Datch

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

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: San Francisco, US
- Website: www.datch.io
- Total disclosed funding: $28M
- Latest round: Series A (Aug 7, 2024)
- Investors on record: 11

## About

Datch Inc. is a US-based technology company providing AI-driven solutions for real-time asset management, enhancing operational efficiency for frontline workers in various industries.Founded in 2018 and headquartered in San Francisco, US, Datch Inc. operates in the asset management sector with a focus on AI technology. The company has successfully completed 5 funding deals, with its latest funding round, Series A, raising USD 15.00 mn on August 7, 2024. The round was led by Third Prime Capital, with participation from Blackhorn Ventures, Blue Bear Capital, and SIG Venture Capital. Datch was established by Ben Purcell, who has a history of founding technology-driven ventures. The company has not undergone significant pivots or changes in operation since its inception.Datch primarily offers the Diagnostic Agent, an AI-powered troubleshooting solution designed to enhance real-time asset management for frontline workers across various industries. This product integrates multiple data sources, including work orders, schematics, OEM manuals, and alarms, to provide technicians, operators, and engineers with comprehensive operational context. The Diagnostic Agent is tailored to streamline maintenance issue resolution, thereby increasing efficiency and accuracy. It has been strategically developed for use in demanding environments and can be accessed on smartphones and tablets, making it convenient for frontline personnel to utilize in their workflows. The company serves a diverse client base, including industrial asset operators, manufacturing facilities, and maintenance teams across North America and Europe, thereby enhancing their operational effectiveness and plant availability.Datch generates revenue through subscription-based models for its Diagnostic Agent, targeting B2B clients in the industrial sector. The company's transaction structure involves direct engagements with businesses that rely on asset management solutions to improve operational efficiencies. Customers typically pay recurring fees for access to the Diagnostic Agent, which includes continuous updates and improvements managed by Datch’s technology experts to ensure optimal performance. The flagship product, the Diagnostic Agent, is at the core of Datch's revenue model, offering businesses an AI-driven approach to enhance maintenance processes and decision-making. Specific pricing plans and details regarding customer contracts are structured to align with the unique needs of each client, fostering long-term partnerships that drive value for both Datch and its customers.In August 2024, Datch Inc. raised USD 15.00 mn in Series A funding, which will be utilized to expand its market reach and enhance capabilities within the Asset Insights toolkit. The company aims to introduce new features and improvements in its flagship product, the Diagnostic Agent, to better serve its industrial client base. Planned expansions include targeting new geographic regions, with a focus on increasing presence in Europe and expanding into emerging markets by the end of 2025.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Aug 7, 2024, $15M — Third Prime Capital, Blue Bear Capital, Blackhorn Ventures, SIG Venture Capital
- Series A, Jul 26, 2022, $10M — Blue Bear Capital, Stage Venture Partners, Blackhorn Ventures, HorizonX Ventures, Lorimer Ventures, Park Partners Capital
- Seed, May 25, 2020, $3.2M — Plug and Play, Blue Bear Capital, Stage Venture Partners, Icehouse Ventures, Predictive Venture Partners, Lorimer Ventures

## Investors

- Plug and Play (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/plug-and-play) — Seed
- Blue Bear Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/blue-bear-capital) — Seed, Series A
- Stage Venture Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/stage-venture-partners) — Seed, Series A
- Icehouse Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/icehouse-ventures) — Seed
- Predictive Venture Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/predictive-venture-partners) — Seed
- Lorimer Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/lorimer-ventures) — Seed, Series A
- Blackhorn Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/blackhorn-ventures) — Series A
- HorizonX Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/horizonx-ventures) — Series A
- Park Partners Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/park-partners-capital) — Series A
- Third Prime Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/third-prime-capital) — Series A
- SIG Venture Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/sig-venture-capital) — Series A