# Hmcomm

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

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Tokyo, Japan
- Website: www.hmcom.co.jp/
- Total disclosed funding: $4.9M
- Latest round: Series C (Dec 27, 2019)
- Investors on record: 5

## About

Based in Japan, Hmcomm Inc. delivers AI-driven solutions that enhance operational efficiency through advanced audio analysis technologies. The company focuses on voice recognition, natural language processing, and anomaly detection to create innovative communication systems.Founded in 2012, Hmcomm Inc. is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, and specializes in AI technologies. The firm has executed 12 deals, with its most recent being a Series C funding round raised on February 9, 2022, totaling JPY 360.000 mn, with investments from firms such as Fuyo General Lease and J&TC Frontier. The company has not undergone significant pivots in business strategy.Hmcomm Inc. specializes in AI-driven solutions that leverage audio analysis technology to enhance operational efficiency and foster innovation. Their primary offerings include AI-based voice recognition, natural language processing, abnormal sound detection, and AI utilization consulting services. The AI-powered monitoring application, "FAST-D," exemplifies their commitment to advancing industrial technology by enabling real-time anomaly detection in water pump operations. Hmcomm serves diverse clientele, including public sector entities like the Yamagata Prefectural Enterprise Bureau, and markets its solutions in Japan and internationally, focusing on industries that require enhanced operational monitoring and communication systems.Hmcomm's revenue model is structured around B2B transactions, primarily through subscription-based services and consulting partnerships. Their flagship products, including the "FAST-D" application for monitoring equipment, signify their commitment to delivering high-value solutions in the AI landscape. Revenue is generated through contracts with organizations that require custom AI solutions, often structured as annual subscriptions with tiered pricing based on deployment scale and specific client needs. The company engages in direct sales to industries such as manufacturing and public utilities, where their technology is utilized for efficiency improvements and anomaly detection, each transaction involving comprehensive agreements outlining service levels and support.In February 2022, Hmcomm Inc. secured venture funding to enhance its corporate value and strengthen its business operations. The company is focused on expanding its product offerings and has plans to develop new AI solutions tailored for various industries. Specific new products are currently in design stages, with targeted launches planned for 2023. Additionally, Hmcomm aims to expand into international markets, specifically targeting Southeast Asia, by 2024.

## Funding rounds

- Series C, Dec 27, 2019, $4.9M — Hakuhodo DY Holdings, DBJ Capital, Higin Capital, JR East Start Up, Kyowa

## Investors

- Hakuhodo DY Holdings — Series C
- DBJ Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/dbj-capital) — Series C
- Higin Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/higin-capital) — Series C
- JR East Start Up (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/jr-east-start-up) — Series C
- Kyowa — Series C