# Pianist

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

- Industry: Internet
- Headquarters: Shanghai, China
- Website: www.itan8.com
- Latest round: Series A (Mar 26, 2015)
- Investors on record: 2

## About

Pianist offers advanced technological solutions to enhance operational efficiency in various sectors. The company specializes in software applications focused on data management, analytics, and automation to improve business processes.Founded in Shanghai, China, Pianist specializes in providing software solutions aimed at enhancing operational efficiency across numerous industries. The company has undergone strategic pivots, focusing on software development for data management and analytics. Pianist raised a round of Series A financing from Sequoia Capital on March 26, 2015, marking significant investment in its growth. The founder's background is not available, but the company has successfully executed two deals since its inception.Pianist, known as Itan8, specializes in advanced technological solutions designed to enhance operational efficiency across various sectors. Their core offerings include a suite of software applications tailored for data management, analytics, and automation, primarily aimed at improving business processes and decision-making capabilities. These products cater to diverse use cases, such as streamlining supply chain operations, optimizing workforce management, and providing actionable insights through robust data analysis. The company serves a wide-ranging client base that includes small to medium enterprises and large corporations across the technology, healthcare, and finance industries. Itan8's products are marketed primarily in North America, Europe, and parts of Asia, positioning the company as a key player in the global software solutions market.Pianist generates revenue through a combination of subscription-based and direct sales models, catering to both business-to-business (B2B) and direct-to-consumer clients. The company offers tiered pricing plans for its flagship software products, which include essential features for data analytics and automation, allowing businesses to select packages that best fit their operational needs. Clients typically engage in annual subscription agreements, which include ongoing support and updates, ensuring long-term partnerships and customer retention. This strategic approach to revenue generation positions Pianist to capitalize on the growing demand for technological innovations in various industries.Pianist has plans to launch new software products aimed at further enhancing data management and analytics capabilities, with details on release dates to be announced. The company is targeting expansion into new markets in Asia and Europe by the end of 2023. The funds raised in March 2015 will be utilized to support these product developments and market expansion strategies, reinforcing the company's commitment to meeting the evolving needs of its clients.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Mar 26, 2015 — Hong Shan
- Angel, Sep 1, 2014 — China Growth Capital

## Investors

- China Growth Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/china-growth-capital) — Angel
- Hong Shan — Series A