# Piston Cloud Computing

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/piston-cloud-computing

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: San Francisco, US
- Website: www.pistoncloud.com
- Total disclosed funding: $19M
- Latest round: Series B (Jan 30, 2014)
- Investors on record: 6

## About

Piston Cloud Computing, Inc. specializes in cloud computing solutions that simplify the deployment and management of applications across hybrid cloud environments, enhancing efficiency for businesses of all sizes.Founded in 2011, Piston Cloud Computing, Inc. is headquartered in San Francisco, US, focusing on developing cloud infrastructure solutions. The company was acquired by Cisco in June 2015, although financial details were not disclosed. The founder's history is not publicly available.Piston Cloud Computing offers innovative solutions for deploying and managing applications in hybrid cloud environments. Their technology enhances operational efficiency and supports seamless integration of applications, enabling organizations to optimize their cloud usage. Their client base includes a variety of enterprises requiring robust cloud solutions to meet their operational needs.Piston Cloud Computing operates on a revenue model that includes subscription-based services. The company generates income through partnerships and tailored solutions that meet specific business needs, with pricing structures designed to accommodate various organizational sizes and requirements.Piston Cloud Computing, now a subsidiary of Cisco, seeks to leverage its recent acquisition to enhance its product offerings within Cisco's portfolio. The focus will be on developing new products aimed at optimizing cloud infrastructure, with potential launches anticipated in the near future. The recent acquisition by Cisco provides a strategic advantage for expanding into new geographic markets, particularly in North America and Europe, by leveraging Cisco’s established presence. The funding from the Series B round, totaling USD 6.5 mn, is expected to be utilized to support these product developments and market expansions.

## Funding rounds

- Series B, Jan 30, 2014, $6.5M — Aspenwood Ventures, True Ventures
- Series B, Feb 5, 2013, $8M — Aspenwood Ventures, Cisco Systems, Swisscom, True Ventures, Divergent Ventures, DCVC
- Series A, Jul 11, 2011, $4.5M — Aspenwood Ventures, True Ventures, Divergent Ventures

## Investors

- Aspenwood Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/aspenwood-ventures) — Series A, Series B
- True Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/true-ventures) — Series A, Series B
- Divergent Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/divergent-ventures) — Series A, Series B
- Cisco Systems — Series B
- Swisscom — Series B
- DCVC (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/dcvc) — Series B