Schematic Ventures

Schematic Ventures is a venture capital firm based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2017. The firm focuses on early-stage investments in technology companies that operate within the supply chain, manufacturing, transportation, commerce infrastructure, and digital industrial sectors. Schematic Ventures aims to support innovative businesses that are transforming these industries through technological advancements.

Robert Baggio

Venture Partner

Julian Counihan

General Partner

Alex Freed

Partner

Aditya Raghupathy

Associate

Ananya Vasagiri

Associate

Past deals in Transport and logistics

Wilya

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Gig and Take is reimagining the future of work in Industrial Manufacturing and Logistics. We believe the future of work is flexible. And that factories and warehouses are no longer an exception. Join us as we disrupt the century old construct of rigid work schedules and unlock disproportionately diverse talent pools to work in a key sector of the economy.

Aircon

Pre Seed Round in 2021
AirCon is a pioneering company in the air cargo industry, offering a gateway-as-a-service platform aimed at optimizing air freight shipments. The company's innovative software utilizes artificial intelligence to analyze numerous shipments with varying characteristics destined for the same location. By effectively consolidating these shipments, AirCon maximizes space and weight utilization within aircraft, leading to cost reductions and improved efficiency. This technology benefits small and medium freight forwarders by enabling them to manage shipments with adequate volume, enhancing their operational capabilities in a competitive market.

Pandion

Series A in 2021
Pandion has developed a technology platform for e-commerce players to manage capacity problems during peak periods. The logistics platform helps all businesses provide one and two-day shipping, and makes on-time delivery possible for more retailers, regardless of size and scale. Pandion’s delivery management software uses machine learning to avoid shipping delays and optimize delivery networks.

Altana

Series A in 2021
Altana AI specializes in developing artificial intelligence software solutions for supply chain management, aimed at enhancing visibility and risk management in global trade. Founded in 2018 and based in New York, the company leverages extensive economic data to create a shared AI platform that facilitates better decision-making for governments, businesses, financial institutions, and logistics providers. Its flagship product, The Altana Trade Knowledge Graph, provides a real-time overview of transactions, ownership, movements, cyber activities, and associated risks within the global trade network. By integrating various data sources and utilizing machine learning, Altana AI seeks to make trade safer, more efficient, and more profitable for its clients.

CognitOps

Series A in 2021
CognitOps Inc. is a software company based in Austin, Texas, founded in 2018, that specializes in warehouse management and predictive analytics. The company's cloud-native platform automates various aspects of warehouse operations, providing unified analytics, actionable recommendations, and real-time guidance for optimization. By analyzing data from existing warehouse systems, CognitOps delivers insights that help leaders manage operations more effectively and proactively address changes. The platform's prescriptive analytics capabilities enable users to simulate optimal facility designs based on operational data and business needs, ultimately enhancing productivity in warehouse environments. CognitOps serves a range of clients, including Fortune 500 companies, and is committed to improving decision-making through advanced machine learning technologies.

Plus One Robotics

Series B in 2021
Plus One Robotics Inc. specializes in developing advanced 3D vision and control systems for robotic automation in the logistics and e-commerce sectors. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, the company offers the PickOne Perception System, which accurately identifies the six degrees of freedom (DoF) pick pose of parcels. This information is transmitted to robots to facilitate the picking and placement of parcels onto induction conveyors. The system not only verifies the correct placement of parcels but also addresses errors by issuing commands to reposition misaligned packages. Plus One Robotics aims to alleviate labor shortages by automating repetitive tasks, allowing human workers to focus on more strategic activities. Their innovative approach to human-robot collaboration ensures that their systems are scalable, flexible, and resilient, ultimately enhancing customer service through improved sortation accuracy and streamlined operations.

Torch

Seed Round in 2021
They believe there is a better way to do logistics. A more valuable, less invasive way where customers are earned rather than bought. They are obsessively passionate about it, and their mission is to help people achieve it. They focus on connecting people and solving problems. It's one of the least understood and least transparent aspects of freight, and we see that as an opportunity: They are excited to simplify logistics for everyone through our technology, experience , and service.

Pandion

Seed Round in 2021
Pandion has developed a technology platform for e-commerce players to manage capacity problems during peak periods. The logistics platform helps all businesses provide one and two-day shipping, and makes on-time delivery possible for more retailers, regardless of size and scale. Pandion’s delivery management software uses machine learning to avoid shipping delays and optimize delivery networks.

Altana

Seed Round in 2020
Altana AI specializes in developing artificial intelligence software solutions for supply chain management, aimed at enhancing visibility and risk management in global trade. Founded in 2018 and based in New York, the company leverages extensive economic data to create a shared AI platform that facilitates better decision-making for governments, businesses, financial institutions, and logistics providers. Its flagship product, The Altana Trade Knowledge Graph, provides a real-time overview of transactions, ownership, movements, cyber activities, and associated risks within the global trade network. By integrating various data sources and utilizing machine learning, Altana AI seeks to make trade safer, more efficient, and more profitable for its clients.

Outrider

Series B in 2020
Outrider, Inc. specializes in developing a software-as-a-service (SaaS) solution aimed at automating yard operations within logistics hubs, such as distribution centers and rail yards. Founded in 2017 and based in Golden, Colorado, the company offers a comprehensive system that includes web-based management software, autonomous driving controls for electric yard trucks, and necessary site infrastructure. Outrider’s technology employs a full-stack autonomous driving system, utilizing sensors like radar, lidar, and cameras to facilitate the movement of trailers, engage and unhook them, and monitor their locations. By focusing on automating hazardous and repetitive manual tasks, Outrider enhances safety and efficiency for large enterprises. The company is committed to promoting sustainable freight transportation through the deployment of zero-emission systems and is supported by notable investors in the technology sector.

Torch

Pre Seed Round in 2020
They believe there is a better way to do logistics. A more valuable, less invasive way where customers are earned rather than bought. They are obsessively passionate about it, and their mission is to help people achieve it. They focus on connecting people and solving problems. It's one of the least understood and least transparent aspects of freight, and we see that as an opportunity: They are excited to simplify logistics for everyone through our technology, experience , and service.

Mercado Labs

Venture Round in 2020
Mercado Labs is a supply chain company that provides a cloud-based platform designed to enhance connectivity among all participants in the supply chain. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas, the platform facilitates collaboration among teams, business departments, suppliers, partners, and service providers. By automating the global supply chain and integrating various entities onto a single platform, Mercado Labs simplifies the processes of buying, shipping, and selling products. This approach allows businesses and entrepreneurs to identify inefficiencies in their supply chains and improves the intelligence of their import operations.

CognitOps

Seed Round in 2020
CognitOps Inc. is a software company based in Austin, Texas, founded in 2018, that specializes in warehouse management and predictive analytics. The company's cloud-native platform automates various aspects of warehouse operations, providing unified analytics, actionable recommendations, and real-time guidance for optimization. By analyzing data from existing warehouse systems, CognitOps delivers insights that help leaders manage operations more effectively and proactively address changes. The platform's prescriptive analytics capabilities enable users to simulate optimal facility designs based on operational data and business needs, ultimately enhancing productivity in warehouse environments. CognitOps serves a range of clients, including Fortune 500 companies, and is committed to improving decision-making through advanced machine learning technologies.

Platform Science

Series B in 2020
Platform Science, Inc. specializes in developing and integrating hardware and software solutions, along with Internet of Things (IoT) infrastructure, tailored for the transportation industry. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in La Jolla, California, the company offers a connected vehicle platform that includes essential telematics functionalities such as applications for compliance, safety, and productivity. This platform supports dynamic hardware configurations and partner integrations, facilitating innovations within the ecosystem. Additionally, Platform Science provides fleet management applications designed to enhance compliance, improve the driver experience, and optimize productivity. The company operates as a subsidiary of Daimler Trucks North America LLC, positioning itself at the forefront of the evolving landscape of connected trucks and the digital supply chain.

Rippey AI

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Rippey AI, formerly known as RPA Labs, develops software solutions tailored for the logistics and supply chain sectors. The company specializes in workflow automation technology that enhances operational efficiency through various forms of automation, including document and conversation automation, invoice matching, and system integration. By leveraging artificial intelligence, machine learning, and natural language processing, Rippey AI provides tools that facilitate customer interactions, manage transportation management system (TMS) and enterprise resource planning (ERP) processes, and streamline shipment quotations. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Rippey AI aims to help businesses optimize their processes and improve productivity in an increasingly complex supply chain landscape.

Leaf Logistics

Series A in 2020
Leaf Logistics Inc. operates a freight contracting platform that facilitates a multi-party network connecting shippers, carriers, brokers, and logistics service providers. Founded in 2017 and based in New York, the company employs predictive analytics and artificial intelligence to enhance the management of transportation logistics. Its platform enables users to secure future transportation capacity, rates, and services through binding, tradeable contracts called Leaf Forward contracts. This innovative approach allows for improved service and cost predictability, helping participants to plan and execute logistics more effectively. Leaf Logistics was previously known as Logistics Exchange Inc. before rebranding in March 2019.

Mercado Labs

Seed Round in 2020
Mercado Labs is a supply chain company that provides a cloud-based platform designed to enhance connectivity among all participants in the supply chain. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas, the platform facilitates collaboration among teams, business departments, suppliers, partners, and service providers. By automating the global supply chain and integrating various entities onto a single platform, Mercado Labs simplifies the processes of buying, shipping, and selling products. This approach allows businesses and entrepreneurs to identify inefficiencies in their supply chains and improves the intelligence of their import operations.

Rippey AI

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Rippey AI, formerly known as RPA Labs, develops software solutions tailored for the logistics and supply chain sectors. The company specializes in workflow automation technology that enhances operational efficiency through various forms of automation, including document and conversation automation, invoice matching, and system integration. By leveraging artificial intelligence, machine learning, and natural language processing, Rippey AI provides tools that facilitate customer interactions, manage transportation management system (TMS) and enterprise resource planning (ERP) processes, and streamline shipment quotations. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Rippey AI aims to help businesses optimize their processes and improve productivity in an increasingly complex supply chain landscape.

Outrider

Series A in 2019
Outrider, Inc. specializes in developing a software-as-a-service (SaaS) solution aimed at automating yard operations within logistics hubs, such as distribution centers and rail yards. Founded in 2017 and based in Golden, Colorado, the company offers a comprehensive system that includes web-based management software, autonomous driving controls for electric yard trucks, and necessary site infrastructure. Outrider’s technology employs a full-stack autonomous driving system, utilizing sensors like radar, lidar, and cameras to facilitate the movement of trailers, engage and unhook them, and monitor their locations. By focusing on automating hazardous and repetitive manual tasks, Outrider enhances safety and efficiency for large enterprises. The company is committed to promoting sustainable freight transportation through the deployment of zero-emission systems and is supported by notable investors in the technology sector.

Airspace

Series B in 2018
Airspace Technologies, Inc. is a logistics software company that specializes in real-time shipment quoting, routing, and tracking. The firm offers various routing services, including Next Flight Out (NFO) for expedited shipping and Dedicated Drive or HotShot for sensitive shipments, such as hazardous materials. Its platform, CommanderConnect, automates key processes for contract drivers, providing pickup and delivery information along with optimal routing paths and electronic air waybills. Additionally, the Airspace Shipper Platform streamlines the quoting, routing, and tracking of shipments. Serving industries such as aerospace, healthcare, logistics, and technology, Airspace Technologies aims to enhance shipping speed, safety, and transparency. Founded in 2014 and based in Carlsbad, California, the company is committed to creating a reliable delivery network through the integration of technology and services.

Plus One Robotics

Series A in 2018
Plus One Robotics Inc. specializes in developing advanced 3D vision and control systems for robotic automation in the logistics and e-commerce sectors. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, the company offers the PickOne Perception System, which accurately identifies the six degrees of freedom (DoF) pick pose of parcels. This information is transmitted to robots to facilitate the picking and placement of parcels onto induction conveyors. The system not only verifies the correct placement of parcels but also addresses errors by issuing commands to reposition misaligned packages. Plus One Robotics aims to alleviate labor shortages by automating repetitive tasks, allowing human workers to focus on more strategic activities. Their innovative approach to human-robot collaboration ensures that their systems are scalable, flexible, and resilient, ultimately enhancing customer service through improved sortation accuracy and streamlined operations.

CognitOps

Seed Round in 2018
CognitOps Inc. is a software company based in Austin, Texas, founded in 2018, that specializes in warehouse management and predictive analytics. The company's cloud-native platform automates various aspects of warehouse operations, providing unified analytics, actionable recommendations, and real-time guidance for optimization. By analyzing data from existing warehouse systems, CognitOps delivers insights that help leaders manage operations more effectively and proactively address changes. The platform's prescriptive analytics capabilities enable users to simulate optimal facility designs based on operational data and business needs, ultimately enhancing productivity in warehouse environments. CognitOps serves a range of clients, including Fortune 500 companies, and is committed to improving decision-making through advanced machine learning technologies.

Leaf Logistics

Seed Round in 2018
Leaf Logistics Inc. operates a freight contracting platform that facilitates a multi-party network connecting shippers, carriers, brokers, and logistics service providers. Founded in 2017 and based in New York, the company employs predictive analytics and artificial intelligence to enhance the management of transportation logistics. Its platform enables users to secure future transportation capacity, rates, and services through binding, tradeable contracts called Leaf Forward contracts. This innovative approach allows for improved service and cost predictability, helping participants to plan and execute logistics more effectively. Leaf Logistics was previously known as Logistics Exchange Inc. before rebranding in March 2019.

Airspace

Series A in 2018
Airspace Technologies, Inc. is a logistics software company that specializes in real-time shipment quoting, routing, and tracking. The firm offers various routing services, including Next Flight Out (NFO) for expedited shipping and Dedicated Drive or HotShot for sensitive shipments, such as hazardous materials. Its platform, CommanderConnect, automates key processes for contract drivers, providing pickup and delivery information along with optimal routing paths and electronic air waybills. Additionally, the Airspace Shipper Platform streamlines the quoting, routing, and tracking of shipments. Serving industries such as aerospace, healthcare, logistics, and technology, Airspace Technologies aims to enhance shipping speed, safety, and transparency. Founded in 2014 and based in Carlsbad, California, the company is committed to creating a reliable delivery network through the integration of technology and services.

Platform Science

Series A in 2018
Platform Science, Inc. specializes in developing and integrating hardware and software solutions, along with Internet of Things (IoT) infrastructure, tailored for the transportation industry. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in La Jolla, California, the company offers a connected vehicle platform that includes essential telematics functionalities such as applications for compliance, safety, and productivity. This platform supports dynamic hardware configurations and partner integrations, facilitating innovations within the ecosystem. Additionally, Platform Science provides fleet management applications designed to enhance compliance, improve the driver experience, and optimize productivity. The company operates as a subsidiary of Daimler Trucks North America LLC, positioning itself at the forefront of the evolving landscape of connected trucks and the digital supply chain.

Plus One Robotics

Seed Round in 2018
Plus One Robotics Inc. specializes in developing advanced 3D vision and control systems for robotic automation in the logistics and e-commerce sectors. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, the company offers the PickOne Perception System, which accurately identifies the six degrees of freedom (DoF) pick pose of parcels. This information is transmitted to robots to facilitate the picking and placement of parcels onto induction conveyors. The system not only verifies the correct placement of parcels but also addresses errors by issuing commands to reposition misaligned packages. Plus One Robotics aims to alleviate labor shortages by automating repetitive tasks, allowing human workers to focus on more strategic activities. Their innovative approach to human-robot collaboration ensures that their systems are scalable, flexible, and resilient, ultimately enhancing customer service through improved sortation accuracy and streamlined operations.

Platform Science

Series A in 2017
Platform Science, Inc. specializes in developing and integrating hardware and software solutions, along with Internet of Things (IoT) infrastructure, tailored for the transportation industry. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in La Jolla, California, the company offers a connected vehicle platform that includes essential telematics functionalities such as applications for compliance, safety, and productivity. This platform supports dynamic hardware configurations and partner integrations, facilitating innovations within the ecosystem. Additionally, Platform Science provides fleet management applications designed to enhance compliance, improve the driver experience, and optimize productivity. The company operates as a subsidiary of Daimler Trucks North America LLC, positioning itself at the forefront of the evolving landscape of connected trucks and the digital supply chain.

Flock Freight

Series A in 2017
Flock Freight Inc. specializes in less-than-truckload (LTL) freight shipping and management services across North America. The company uses innovative algorithms to pool LTL and partial-truckload shipments into full truckloads, enhancing efficiency and reducing costs for businesses. Its flagship product, FlockDirect, enables seamless transportation of pooled freight without the need for terminals, ensuring safe and direct deliveries. Additionally, Flock Freight offers a technology platform that consolidates multiple shipments into multi-stop routes, optimizing logistics for shippers and maximizing revenue opportunities for carriers. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Solana Beach, California, Flock Freight aims to transform the LTL freight industry through advanced technology and a focus on customer experience.
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