Latest round

Series A

Last raised

Feb 2018

Total raised

$26M

Investors

4

About SaltStack

SaltStack, Inc.Founded in 2011 by Marc Chenn, SaltStack, Inc. operates from Lehi, US, focusing on IT automation. In September 2020, VMware, Inc. acquired SaltStack, completing the deal in October 2020.SaltStack specializes in IT automation software, primarily focused on configuration management, orchestration, and cloud management solutions. Their flagship product, Salt, is an open-source platform that enables users to automate and manage large-scale IT environments efficiently. Utilizing a master-minion architecture, the software allows a central server to control multiple client machines, streamlining processes such as server provisioning, monitoring, and system updates.SaltStack's revenue model is primarily based on subscription services, where clients pay for access to their suite of products, including both open-source offerings and enterprise-grade solutions providing additional features and support. Transactions are typically on a B2B basis, involving multi-year contracts for ongoing access and updates. The pricing structure varies based on deployment scale and support levels, with tiered options catering to different business needs.Though specific upcoming products have not been detailed, SaltStack aims for continuous innovation in IT automation solutions.50 mn, to enhance its product offerings and expand into new markets. Following the acquisition by VMware, SaltStack will likely align its growth strategy to capitalize on VMware's extensive global reach, thereby potentially targeting markets in Asia and Europe by 2022. Recent initiatives may also focus on improving customer support and enhancing product functionalities to meet evolving industry needs.

Who invested in SaltStack

4 investors across 2 rounds

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Funding rounds

  1. Series A

    Feb 14, 2018

    Amount

    $16M

    Investors

    Locked

  2. Seed

    Sep 23, 2016

    Amount

    $11M

    Investors

    Locked

Questions about SaltStack

Who invested in SaltStack?

SaltStack has 4 investors on record across 2 venture rounds. Sign up free to see every VC on the cap table and the rounds they joined.

How much funding has SaltStack raised?

SaltStack has raised 2 venture rounds. Sign up free to see how much each round raised and the total.

When did SaltStack last raise money?

SaltStack's most recent round on record is a Series A, in Feb 2018.

What does SaltStack do?

SaltStack is a software company.

Where is SaltStack headquartered?

SaltStack is headquartered in Lehi, US.

Which VCs invest in companies like SaltStack?

Among active investors with capital left to deploy, Andreessen Horowitz, Founders Fund, Accel and Thrive Capital back software companies at SaltStack's stage. Their profiles are linked below.

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