# Smallthought Systems

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/smallthought-systems

- Industry: Internet
- Headquarters: Vancouver, Canada
- Website: www.dabbledb.com
- Latest round: Series A (Jun 27, 2006)
- Investors on record: 1

## About

Smallthought Systems, Inc. is a Vancouver-based company that provides a web-based platform, DabbleDB, empowering users to create and manage databases without extensive programming skills, catering to small to medium-sized businesses and educators.Founded in 2005 in Vancouver, Canada, Smallthought Systems, Inc. specializes in simplifying database management. In June 2010, the company was acquired by Twitter, a portfolio company of Benchmark Capital among others. The details regarding the founder's prior ventures are not disclosed, and there are no mentions of subsidiaries or parent companies.DabbleDB is focused on providing a web-based platform that enables users to create and manage databases without the need for extensive programming knowledge. The core product simplifies complex data management tasks, empowering users to build custom applications that facilitate data organization and analysis. Targeted primarily at small to medium-sized businesses, educators, and individual users, the platform addresses the need for versatile data handling solutions in various sectors, including project management, customer relationship management, and workflow automation. The product was released to cater to the growing demand for user-friendly database solutions, particularly as businesses increasingly transition to digital operations. DabbleDB's customer base spans across North America and Europe, where users appreciate the ease of use and the ability to tailor databases to specific project needs.DabbleDB generates revenue through subscription-based models, allowing users to choose from various pricing tiers based on the features and level of access required. Businesses engage with DabbleDB primarily through direct subscriptions, where clients pay a recurring fee for continued access to the platform and its updates. Various plans are designed to accommodate different user needs, such as individual users, educational institutions, and teams within larger organizations. The structure of these subscriptions supports scalability, enabling clients to upgrade as their data management needs evolve. DabbleDB’s flagship offering includes features that provide enhanced collaboration tools and advanced reporting capabilities, making it attractive to its primary clientele in the technology and education sectors.Following its acquisition by Twitter in June 2010, Smallthought Systems, Inc. aims to leverage its resources to enhance DabbleDB's offerings. Plans include developing new features for the DabbleDB platform to improve user experience and expanding its market reach into Asia and South America by 2012. The funding from the acquisition will be essential in supporting these initiatives, allowing the company to innovate and cater to a broader audience.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Jun 27, 2006 — Ventures West Capital

## Investors

- Ventures West Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/ventures-west-capital) — Series A