# Gluster

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

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Sunnyvale, US
- Website: www.gluster.com
- Total disclosed funding: $13M
- Latest round: Series B (Nov 9, 2010)
- Investors on record: 2

## About

Gluster provides innovative software-defined storage solutions that enhance data management across various operational environments, focusing on scalability and flexibility for enterprises.Gluster specializes in software-defined storage technology, facilitating efficient data organization and management. The company is headquartered in Sunnyvale, US. In October 2011, Gluster was acquired by Red Hat, Inc for USD 136 mn, marking a significant shift in its operational strategy. The founder's history is not specifically recorded, but the company's evolution reflects a strong focus on advanced cloud technologies, catering to a diverse client base.The company specializes in software-defined storage solutions, which serve as a key innovation in managing and organizing digital information across various operational environments. Its primary offerings enable organizations to decouple data from hardware, allowing for enhanced scalability, flexibility, and control over data storage. These solutions are designed to address the complexities of modern data management challenges, particularly in environments leveraging containerized workloads and microservices. Their services cater to a broad client base that includes enterprises from sectors such as technology, finance, and healthcare, focusing on providing consistent and efficient data access over both on-premise and cloud infrastructures. Geographically, their products are deployed in North America, Europe, and parts of Asia, specifically targeting markets that prioritize advanced cloud and data management technologies.The company's revenue is generated through a subscription-based model that allows clients to access its software-defined storage solutions and cloud services. Clients engage in transactions primarily through annual contracts that enable ongoing use of the platform, which includes a range of tools for building, deploying, and managing cloud-native applications. The pricing structure typically involves tiered subscription plans based on usage levels and organizational needs. Flagship products include their open-source software-defined storage solutions, which support both enterprise-wide automation and hybrid cloud innovations. This model fosters long-term partnerships with clients, as they continuously adapt and scale their storage solutions to meet evolving data management demands.Following the acquisition by Red Hat, Gluster aims to leverage its resources to enhance product offerings, particularly focusing on new software-defined storage solutions designed for cloud-native infrastructures. The company is also exploring expansion into European and Asian markets by 2023 to tap into the growing demand for advanced data management technologies. The recent acquisition provides significant funding that will be essential in driving these initiatives.

## Funding rounds

- Series B, Nov 9, 2010, $8.5M — Index Ventures, Nexus Venture Partners
- Series A, Dec 1, 2008, $4M — Nexus Venture Partners

## Investors

- Nexus Venture Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/nexus-venture-partners) — Series A, Series B
- Index Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/index-ventures) — Series B