# Gomez

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

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Waltham, US
- Website: www.gomez.com
- Total disclosed funding: $35M
- Latest round: Series C (Sep 29, 2003)
- Investors on record: 8

## About

Gomez, Inc. is a technology company focused on Synthetic Monitoring, providing advanced solutions for testing and monitoring the performance of digital applications across various platforms, aimed at enhancing user experiences and operational efficiency.Gomez, Inc. was founded in 1997 and is headquartered in Waltham, US. The company specializes in monitoring digital applications' performance and availability. It was acquired by Compuware Corporation in October 2009 for USD 295 mn. The founders, CDRE Pablo Gomez and Gouri Shankar, had a vision for delivering comprehensive monitoring solutions.The company's core offering, Synthetic Monitoring, provides a comprehensive solution designed to proactively test and monitor the availability and performance of application frontends, APIs, and services on a global scale. This product enables organizations to ensure a seamless digital experience across web and mobile platforms, simulating real user interactions to validate service level objectives (SLOs) and comply with service level agreements (SLAs). Synthetic Monitoring allows businesses to monitor key pages and APIs, capturing issues before they affect end users, thereby enhancing operational efficiency. Customers include enterprises across various sectors that rely on digital interactions for their business operations, with a focus on regions such as North America, Europe, and parts of Asia. The service is particularly valuable for companies that demand high performance and reliability in their applications to enhance user satisfaction and drive growth.The company's revenue model primarily involves subscription-based services for its Synthetic Monitoring platform, which is designed for business-to-business (B2B) transactions. Clients typically engage with tiered pricing plans that provide access to a range of features, allowing them to tailor their monitoring capabilities to their specific needs. The standard transaction involves clients purchasing subscriptions that grant them access to the platform's tools and functionalities, enabling them to conduct continuous monitoring and receive real-time alerts regarding application performance. This structure not only fosters recurring revenue but also encourages long-term partnerships with clients who rely on the platform to maintain the integrity of their digital experiences. The company strategically positions its flagship services to cater to organizations seeking advanced insights into their digital operations, ultimately driving customer retention and satisfaction.The company focuses on enhancing its Synthetic Monitoring platform, with plans for upcoming product features expected to launch in the next 12 months. Expansion efforts are targeted towards the Asia-Pacific markets, with goals to establish a stronger presence by 2025. The recent acquisition by Compuware Corporation for USD 295 mn will support these growth initiatives, allowing for increased investment in product development and market expansion.

## Funding rounds

- Series C, Sep 29, 2003, $6.1M — Dolphin Equity Partners, DH Private Equity Partners, Deutsche Bank, Harbert Management, AdAstra Erste Beteiligungs GmbH
- Series C, Feb 1, 2000, $29M — Dolphin Equity Partners, HarbourVest Partners, BancBoston Capital - PEP, Softbank Capital

## Investors

- Dolphin Equity Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/dolphin-equity-partners) — Series C
- HarbourVest Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/harbourvest-partners) — Series C
- BancBoston Capital - PEP (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/bancboston-capital-pep) — Series C
- Softbank Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/softbank-capital) — Series C
- DH Private Equity Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/dh-private-equity-partners) — Series C
- Deutsche Bank — Series C
- Harbert Management (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/harbert-management) — Series C
- AdAstra Erste Beteiligungs GmbH — Series C