# Digital Railroad

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/digital-railroad

- Industry: Internet
- Headquarters: New York, US
- Website: www.digitalrailroad.net
- Total disclosed funding: $20M
- Latest round: Series C (Jan 25, 2008)
- Investors on record: 3

## About

Digital Railroad provides advanced digital asset management solutions tailored for creative professionals, streamlining the organization and distribution of digital media, primarily for photographers and designers.Digital Railroad specializes in digital asset management, assisting creative professionals in managing their media assets efficiently. Founded in New York, US, the company has raised a total of USD 5.08 mn in funding over the years, with its most recent round, Series C, completed on January 25, 2008. This funding was supported by investors including DN Capital, Morgenthaler Ventures, and Venrock, valuing the company at USD 10.688 mn. There are no mentions of significant pivots in the business strategy or operations, nor are there references to subsidiaries or parent companies.Digital Railroad specializes in providing innovative digital asset management solutions tailored for the creative industries, particularly focusing on photographers, graphic designers, and media organizations. The company's core product offerings include a comprehensive platform that facilitates the storage, organization, and distribution of digital media assets. By enabling users to easily upload, catalog, and share their work, Digital Railroad addresses common challenges in asset management, such as ensuring easy access to high-quality images and streamlining workflows for creative professionals. The platform is designed to enhance collaboration among users, allowing for seamless sharing and licensing of content. Digital Railroad serves a diverse clientele, including freelance artists, advertising agencies, and publishing houses, primarily targeting markets in North America and Europe.Revenue generation for Digital Railroad is structured through a subscription-based model, allowing clients to access the platform’s services based on tiered pricing plans that cater to different user needs. These plans typically offer varying levels of storage capacity, user accounts, and additional features such as enhanced support and marketing tools for brand promotion. Clients include a mix of small to medium-sized enterprises and larger firms, which engage in regular transactions for their digital asset management needs. For example, a creative agency may subscribe to a premium plan that includes advanced analytics and priority support, facilitating their ongoing projects and client engagements. The company’s flagship services focus on optimizing the creative process, ensuring that clients can efficiently manage and monetize their digital content.In January 2008, Digital Railroad raised USD 5.08 mn in Series C funding, which will be utilized to enhance their platform and focus on product development. The company plans to introduce new features that will improve user experience and expand its service offerings. Additionally, Digital Railroad is targeting expansion into new geographic markets, particularly in Europe and Asia, by the end of 2009. This strategic expansion aims to capture a larger share of the growing demand for digital asset management solutions among creative professionals.

## Funding rounds

- Series C, Jan 25, 2008, $5.1M — Morgenthaler Ventures, Venrock, DN Capital
- Series B, Jan 23, 2007, $10M — Morgenthaler Ventures, Venrock, DN Capital
- Series A, Jun 14, 2005, $5.2M — Morgenthaler Ventures, Venrock

## Investors

- Morgenthaler Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/morgenthaler-ventures) — Series A, Series B, Series C
- Venrock (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/venrock) — Series A, Series B, Series C
- DN Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/dn-capital) — Series B, Series C