Bright Pixel (formerly Sonae IM)

Sonae IM is the corporate venturing arm of the Sonae Group, specializing in investments in technology-driven companies aligned with Sonae's core business sectors. Operating with a flexible investment strategy, Sonae IM combines its technological expertise and brand capital with a global network to support its portfolio companies. The organization's history of corporate venturing dates back to initiatives such as the establishment of revenue assurance leader WeDo in 2001 and the successful spin-off of Mainroad in 2003. Sonae IM has also made strategic investments in the cybersecurity sector, notably in the Spanish company s21sec, and in location analytics through its investment in Movvo. Since its formal launch in 2015, Sonae IM has invested in companies like InovRetail, StyleSage, and Sysvalue, further enhancing its portfolio. The firm has also engaged in the acquisition of stakes in funds managed by ES Ventures and launched Bright Pixel, a company builder studio. Sonae IM operates from Porto, Portugal, and reflects Sonae's long-standing commitment to corporate venturing.

Cristina Novais

CFO

Past deals in Portugal

Reckon.ai

Seed Round in 2021
Reckon.ai is a company based in Lisbon, Portugal, that specializes in developing a cloud platform called Reckon for smart retail product analysis and price comparison. Established in 2017, Reckon utilizes machine learning algorithms, data fusion, and computer vision to provide retailers with advanced competitive intelligence. The platform aids retailers in tracking and optimizing their pricing strategies by leveraging artificial intelligence and image recognition technology. By addressing inefficiencies in competitive analysis, Reckon.ai offers tools that help retailers forecast potential revenue based on various factors, including demographics, competitive activity, and customer behavior. This innovative approach enables retailers to allocate products more effectively and improve their overall business performance.

Saphety

Funding Round in 2000
Saphety Level - Trusted Services, S.A. is a leading technology company based in Lisbon, Portugal, specializing in electronic document exchange, invoicing, and data synchronization solutions. Founded in 2000, the company provides a range of services, including electronic bill presentment, procurement, billing analytics, automated negotiation, and catalogue management. With a diverse clientele that includes prominent names like Coca Cola, Samsung, and NOS, Saphety aims to enhance business processes for its customers by maximizing efficiency and reducing costs. The company operates a global network that supports over 5,000 businesses and 350,000 users across 40 countries and four continents. Saphety also maintains strategic partnerships with various firms to bolster its service offerings and has local offices in Brazil and operations in Colombia.
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