Ananda Networks
Acquisition in 2022
Ananda Networks is a developer of innovative network security solutions that aim to transform traditional cybersecurity methods. The company offers a Network as a Service (NaaS) solution that operates as a fully decentralized cybersecurity web, allowing for remote monitoring and control of networks without the requirement of physical cloud servers. This approach enables organizations to enhance their network security while providing real-time detection data. Ananda Networks was co-founded by Adi Ruppin and Elad Rave, focusing on delivering advanced security measures to meet the evolving demands of modern digital environments.
Certora is a technology company specializing in blockchain security, focusing on the detection of vulnerabilities in smart contracts. Its platform utilizes advanced technology to verify compliance with specified security rules at compile-time, ensuring that all executions of a smart contract are secure. By offering independent and language-agnostic solutions, Certora helps clients manage security verification processes effectively, minimizing the risk of false interruptions. The company’s unique approach enables automatic detection of security vulnerabilities both prior to code deployment and during operation, providing mathematical proofs of correctness on a daily basis. This capability allows for the assurance of security in software development, helping to eliminate potential risks associated with vulnerabilities.
Cohere Technologies
Series D in 2022
Cohere Technologies Inc. is a technology company specializing in wireless bandwidth applications, headquartered in San Jose, California. Founded in 2009, the company is renowned for its development of orthogonal time frequency and space (OTFS), a novel multi-dimensional modulation scheme designed to enhance wireless communications. This technology effectively addresses limitations associated with traditional TDMA and OFDM modulation schemes, significantly improving bandwidth and throughput. Cohere Technologies has also created a 3GPP compliant software solution that optimizes the performance of existing 4G and 5G networks, as well as pioneering advancements aimed at future 6G networks. Through its innovative spectrum multiplier software, the company enhances mobile and wireless networks by improving channel detection, estimation, prediction, and precoding, thereby supporting the increasing demand for global wireless connectivity.
Trala
Venture Round in 2021
Trala, Inc. is a company that has developed a music education application specifically designed for teaching users to play the violin. Founded in 2016 and based in Chicago, Illinois, Trala's application provides a comprehensive learning experience, offering tutorials, daily lessons, and real-time feedback on mistakes through advanced signal processing technology. This innovative feature allows the app to recognize notes and chords, enhancing the learning process. Users have access to thousands of video tutorials from renowned violinists, making it a convenient and effective tool for both students and teachers. The application also includes functionalities for teachers to track student progress, provide feedback, and manage practice activities.
Certora is a technology company specializing in blockchain security, focusing on the detection of vulnerabilities in smart contracts. Its platform utilizes advanced technology to verify compliance with specified security rules at compile-time, ensuring that all executions of a smart contract are secure. By offering independent and language-agnostic solutions, Certora helps clients manage security verification processes effectively, minimizing the risk of false interruptions. The company’s unique approach enables automatic detection of security vulnerabilities both prior to code deployment and during operation, providing mathematical proofs of correctness on a daily basis. This capability allows for the assurance of security in software development, helping to eliminate potential risks associated with vulnerabilities.
Mesh7 is a company focused on providing comprehensive cloud application security observability across various cloud environments. It addresses security challenges faced by distributed and cloud-native applications, offering solutions that help protect against breaches, malware, and data exfiltration. The company's platform is designed to enhance application layer security and integrates advanced technologies such as cloud orchestration, software-defined networking, and machine learning. Based in Sunnyvale, California, Mesh7 is comprised of experts in application security and related fields, ensuring that clients can effectively navigate and secure their cloud applications.
Cellwize is a technology company focused on transforming mobile networks through its innovative platform, Chime. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Israel, Cellwize specializes in RAN automation and orchestration, enabling mobile network operators (MNOs) to expedite 5G network deployment and enhance return on investment. The Chime platform allows MNOs to adapt their networks to dynamic environments, facilitating connections with various applications and vendors while enabling collaborative development. This flexibility leads to optimized coverage and improved user experiences, positioning Cellwize as a leader in helping MNOs launch and leverage next-generation networks efficiently and effectively.
SaltStack
Acquisition in 2020
SaltStack is a technology company founded in 2012 that specializes in event-driven automation solutions for enterprise IT operations, security operations, and DevOps teams. Its platform offers capabilities in configuration management, security compliance, and intelligent orchestration across hybrid cloud, networks, IoT, and application environments. By enabling organizations to automate complex cloud management tasks efficiently, SaltStack supports cloud builders, data center operators, and enterprise IT organizations in achieving scalable and flexible control over their software-defined infrastructure. The company was established to enhance the Salt open source project and to provide enterprise-level solutions through SaltStack Enterprise.
Datrium
Acquisition in 2020
Datrium, Inc. is a technology company headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, specializing in server flash storage systems and hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI) for hybrid cloud environments. Founded in 2012, Datrium offers a range of products designed to simplify data management and improve performance across on-premises and cloud platforms. Key offerings include the Datrium DVX system, which integrates local storage compute and caching with advanced data management capabilities, and cloud-based solutions such as Data Cloud and Datrium CloudShift for disaster recovery orchestration. The company also provides features like end-to-end encryption, efficient deduplication, and cloud-native design, enabling enterprises to protect and manage their data lifecycle effectively. Datrium is recognized for delivering higher input/output performance and simpler administration compared to traditional HCI solutions.
Lastline
Acquisition in 2020
Lastline, Inc. is a cybersecurity company that specializes in developing a malware protection platform aimed at detecting, stopping, and managing advanced persistent threats, zero-day exploits, and evasive malware. Founded by notable security researchers in 2011, the company is headquartered in Redwood City, California, with additional offices across North America, Europe, and the Asia Pacific. Lastline's platform provides real-time analysis of various attack vectors, including network, email, and mobile threats, and offers comprehensive threat detection and protection services. Its solutions encompass defense programs for network, endpoint, and server protection, as well as intrusion prevention systems and security management products. The Lastline Breach Defender solution uniquely provides a dynamic blueprint of a security breach as it progresses through a network. The company has established strategic partnerships with prominent organizations such as Dell and IBM, enhancing its capability to deliver cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions. As of mid-2020, Lastline operates as a subsidiary of VMware, Inc.
Octarine
Acquisition in 2020
Octarine, Inc. is a cybersecurity company based in Sunnyvale, California, specializing in security solutions for cloud-native applications. As a subsidiary of VMware, Inc., Octarine offers a security platform that includes products like the Octarine Controller and Octaguard. The company employs a zero trust security model to provide organizations with comprehensive visibility and control over their workloads across various environments, including containers, virtual machines, cloud services, bare metal, and serverless deployments. Octarine enables organizations to define, enforce, and audit identity-based policies that safeguard their workloads from threats. Its technology is compatible with multiple deployment modes and protocols, ensuring that every workload is thoroughly protected against unauthorized access and data exfiltration.
Digital Asset
Series C in 2020
Digital Asset is a New York-based company that specializes in distributed ledger technology aimed at enhancing financial processes. Founded in 2014 by Don Wilson, Eric Saraniecki, Sunil Hirani, and Yuval Rooz, the company provides a platform known as Daml, which allows organizations to create multi-party solutions that integrate previously isolated systems into cohesive networks. This technology eliminates latency and reduces errors by ensuring consistent data across various stakeholders. Digital Asset primarily serves sectors such as financial services, healthcare, and insurance, and has collaborated with five of the top ten stock exchanges. The company is supported by a range of strategic investors, including prominent firms like Salesforce, Samsung, and J.P. Morgan, positioning it as a leader in the development of tools for secure and efficient asset tracking and settlement.
Nyansa
Acquisition in 2020
Nyansa, Inc. is a Palo Alto, California-based company that specializes in advanced IT analytics software solutions aimed at enhancing application and network performance. Founded in 2013, Nyansa is recognized for developing Voyance, a cloud-based network analytics system that focuses on quantifying end-user experiences. This innovative software automatically analyzes and measures network transactions without requiring client software, server agents, or additional hardware sensors. Nyansa's technology securely processes real-time network data to identify root causes of issues and recommend actionable remediation, allowing clients to manage user performance across various infrastructure devices, applications, and services. The company serves a diverse clientele, which includes notable organizations such as Uber, Tesla, Mayo Clinic, Walmart, and Stanford University. As of February 2020, Nyansa operates as a subsidiary of VMware, Inc.
Carbon Black
Acquisition in 2019
Carbon Black, Inc. is a cybersecurity company that offers advanced security solutions to clients in the United States and internationally. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, the company provides a comprehensive platform known as the Cb Predictive Security Cloud, which leverages big data and analytics to enhance endpoint security. Carbon Black's suite of products includes endpoint detection and response solutions, antivirus software, threat hunting services, and real-time security operations capabilities. Its offerings help organizations predict, prevent, detect, respond to, and remediate cyber threats, including malware and ransomware attacks. The company serves a diverse clientele, including security-focused enterprises, government agencies, and small to mid-sized organizations. In January 2016, Carbon Black changed its name from Bit9, Inc. and has since established itself as a leader in the cybersecurity industry, providing innovative solutions to protect critical systems and data. As of October 2019, Carbon Black operates as a subsidiary of VMware, Inc.
TechSoup Global
Grant in 2019
TechSoup Global, originally founded as CompuMentor in 1987, is dedicated to supporting nonprofits and NGOs worldwide by enhancing their access to technology. The organization provides a range of services, including discounted software and hardware, training, emergency tech support, strategic planning, and fully managed IT services. These offerings aim to empower nonprofits, charities, libraries, and other civil society organizations to effectively implement and manage their technological resources. By facilitating technology access and knowledge, TechSoup Global strives to ensure that every nonprofit can operate at its full potential, ultimately amplifying their impact in communities around the globe.
Pivotal
Acquisition in 2019
Pivotal Labs, founded in 1989, is a software company specializing in agile development and digital transformation technology. With over two decades of experience, it has established itself as a leader in building reliable and scalable software for both innovative industry leaders and emerging companies across various sectors. Pivotal Labs collaborates with technical teams of varying expertise to launch hundreds of web and mobile products and develop complex enterprise infrastructures. The company has partnered with notable organizations such as Twitter, Salesforce.com, and Best Buy, among others. Pivotal Labs is also the creator of Pivotal Tracker, a widely-used project management tool for developers. With offices in major cities including San Francisco, New York, and London, Pivotal continues to influence the software development practices of some of the world's most admired brands.
Intrinsic
Acquisition in 2019
Intrinsic is a cybersecurity company that specializes in application runtime security technology for Node.js applications. Founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, California, Intrinsic was previously known as GitStar. The company focuses on securing web applications, providing solutions to protect against vulnerabilities and threats in real-time. As of August 2019, Intrinsic operates as a subsidiary of VMware, Inc.
Veriflow
Acquisition in 2019
Veriflow is a technology company that focuses on enhancing network security and reliability through formal verification of network infrastructure. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Veriflow employs continuous network verification technology to predict potential outages and vulnerabilities before they can impact business operations. This proactive approach allows IT teams to maintain secure and resilient networks by identifying and addressing issues quickly, often in just a few clicks. Supported by notable investors such as New Enterprise Associates, Menlo Ventures, the National Science Foundation, and the U.S. Department of Defense, Veriflow is dedicated to ensuring that enterprises can effectively manage their network performance and security.
Uhana, Inc. is a technology company based in Palo Alto, California, focused on enhancing mobile network operations through advanced AI solutions. It specializes in developing a cloud-native software platform that processes large volumes of telemetry data from existing network elements and applications. By leveraging real-time data analytics and machine learning, Uhana's platform provides predictive guidance and network layer control, significantly improving the quality of experience for demanding applications such as virtual reality, augmented reality, and connected vehicles. The company's innovative approach allows it to deliver benefits to both over-the-top applications and network providers without requiring integrated telemetry or control from either layer. Uhana operates as a subsidiary of VMware, Inc. and commercializes research from Stanford University, positioning itself at the forefront of network AI technology.
Bitfusion.io
Acquisition in 2019
Bitfusion.io Inc. is a technology company based in Austin, Texas, founded in 2015, that specializes in software solutions designed to enhance the performance of applications by leveraging hardware accelerators. The company provides several offerings, including Bitfusion software for accelerating existing cloud and data center operations, Bitfusion appliances that combine hardware accelerators with software libraries, and Bitfusion Supercloud, which offers on-demand access to hardware accelerators like FPGAs in the cloud. These solutions cater to various applications including computer vision, media encoding, scientific computing, bioinformatics, and search. Bitfusion aims to make heterogeneous computing accessible to organizations of all sizes and simplifies the management of compute resources for AI developers, thereby reducing costs and complexities associated with the AI application lifecycle. In 2019, Bitfusion became a subsidiary of VMware, Inc.
Avi Networks
Acquisition in 2019
Avi Networks, Inc. is a software company based in Sunnyvale, California, founded in 2012. Specializing in cloud application services platforms, Avi Networks develops an application delivery platform that provides enterprises with software load balancers, web applications, and API security solutions. The company's offerings facilitate digital transformation by enabling automated and insightful management of applications across multi-cloud environments. Key features of Avi Networks' software include per-application load balancing, predictive auto-scaling, and full lifecycle automation, which help organizations deploy applications more rapidly, gain actionable analytics, and reduce costs. As of July 31, 2019, Avi Networks operates as a subsidiary of VMware, Inc.
VMware/ Bitnami
Acquisition in 2019
Bitnami is a library of popular server applications and development environments that can be installed with one click, either in your laptop, in a virtual machine or hosted in the cloud. They take care of compiling and configuring the applications and all of their dependencies (third-party libraries, language runtimes, databases) so they work out-of-the-box. The resulting packaged software (a 'stack') is then made available as native installers, virtual machines and cloud images. These Bitnami application packages provide a consistent, secure and optimized end-user experience when deploying any app, on any platform. Bitnami-packaged applications are deployed over a million times per month and Bitnami drove over 235 million hours of compute usage in 2015. Bitnami is the leading supplier of applications to the major cloud marketplaces: Amazon, Google, Oracle, Microsoft and VMware, among others.
QED-it is a company focused on enhancing trust and privacy in blockchain environments through its innovative Zero-Knowledge Blockchain technology. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel, QED-it merges Enterprise Blockchain with Zero-Knowledge Proof cryptography, developed under the mentorship of renowned cryptographer Prof. Shafi Goldwasser. The company's platform enables businesses to maintain data confidentiality while allowing secure sharing of proofs with partners and competitors, thus addressing the challenges of data privacy. By utilizing advanced techniques such as multiparty computation and homomorphic encryption, QED-it facilitates data collaboration while ensuring compliance with privacy regulations. This approach enables clients to conduct audit queries, such as credit and risk scoring, without exposing sensitive underlying data, thereby promoting trust and collaboration within various ecosystems.
AetherPal
Acquisition in 2019
AetherPal, founded in 2009 and based in South Plainfield, New Jersey, specializes in mobile support management solutions that enhance the experience of smart devices for carriers, enterprises, OEMs, and customers. The company offers a platform that enables secure remote management of smartphones and PCs, allowing for efficient diagnosis, remediation, and support of applications and devices. By utilizing real-time data while prioritizing user privacy, AetherPal helps organizations reduce support costs, improve end-user experiences, and extend the lifecycle of devices. This ultimately fosters increased brand loyalty and drives app adoption and utilization, positioning AetherPal as a key player in optimizing customer care and technical support in the mobile sector.
Cloudify is a developer of a cloud orchestration platform that enables service providers and enterprises to automate and manage network and application services across various environments, including core locations, branches, and edge devices. By utilizing its open-source, intent-based orchestration technology, Cloudify simplifies end-to-end network automation, connecting and managing distributed containers, network elements, and edge devices on both physical servers and cloud infrastructures. The platform enhances the deployment, configuration, and remediation of applications, allowing businesses to improve the velocity and reliability of software deployment and lifecycle management. With a focus on flexibility and cost reduction, Cloudify's TOSCA-based technology prevents vendor lock-in and facilitates collaboration across heterogeneous cloud environments. The company is headquartered in Herzliya, Israel, with additional offices in the United States and Europe.
Heptio
Acquisition in 2018
Heptio Inc. is a Seattle-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in making Kubernetes, an open-source container management software, accessible to enterprises. As a subsidiary of VMware, Heptio focuses on supporting and advancing the Kubernetes ecosystem, bridging the gap between traditional enterprise IT and cloud-native computing. The company's platform facilitates the automation of deployment, scaling, and management of containerized applications, enabling technology-driven organizations to fully leverage the capabilities of Kubernetes. By providing tools and operational models tailored for modern enterprises, Heptio aims to simplify the integration of Docker containers into production environments.
CloudHealth Technologies
Acquisition in 2018
CloudHealth Technologies, Inc. is a Boston-based company specializing in IT service management solutions for cloud environments. Founded in 2012, the company offers a cloud analytics platform called CloudHealth that aggregates and analyzes data from various cloud providers, helping organizations align their cloud operations with business objectives. This platform enables users to assess costs, usage, and performance trends, while also supporting cloud governance and optimization. Additionally, CloudHealth provides automation tools to streamline day-to-day cloud management operations. The company serves enterprises and technology firms on a subscription basis, facilitating improved decision-making and operational efficiency in managing cloud resources. In 2013, CloudHealth Technologies changed its name from CloudPercept, and as of October 2018, it operates as a subsidiary of VMware, Inc.
Puppet is an information technology company that specializes in automation solutions aimed at addressing common business challenges. The company offers a comprehensive platform for infrastructure automation, covering areas such as configuration management, compliance, application delivery, and patch management. Puppet's tools facilitate the development, management, version control, and code analysis necessary for effective IT operations. By enabling clients to deliver, update, monitor, and secure software across both physical and virtual machines, Puppet enhances operational efficiency and reliability in IT environments.
Bracket Computing
Acquisition in 2018
Bracket Computing, based in Mountain View, California, develops software designed to enhance workload isolation and security for enterprises operating in hybrid cloud environments. The company's solution includes crypto-enforced micro-segmentation with always-on encryption of data at rest and in motion, utilizing customer-controlled keys. Additionally, it offers data and runtime integrity monitoring, along with auditability and forensic capabilities that capture memory during breaches. Founded in 2011, Bracket Computing aims to reimagine enterprise computing through radical innovation, providing a secure platform that empowers IT departments to maintain speed and agility while protecting against malware, malicious insiders, and operational errors.
E8 Security
Acquisition in 2018
E8 Security Inc., established in 2013 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, specializes in behavioral intelligence-driven cybersecurity solutions. The company's flagship product employs big data analytics and machine learning algorithms to empower security practitioners to identify and mitigate unknown threats. E8 Security's platform helps enterprises detect advanced attacks and malicious insider activities by analyzing anomalies and suspicious behaviors across various data sources. Backed by top-tier investors and guided by a strong advisory board composed of security experts from Google, Visa, and LogLogic, the company operates as a subsidiary of VMware Inc., focusing on transforming security operations and enhancing investigation processes.
CloudVelox
Acquisition in 2018
CloudVelox is a technology company specializing in hybrid cloud solutions. Founded by experts in operating systems, distributed systems, virtualization, cloud, networking, and storage technologies, CloudVelox has developed software that allows both new and existing Linux and Windows multi-tier applications to run in the cloud without any modifications. This capability enables enterprises to seamlessly extend their data centers into the cloud, ensuring that applications can access necessary services residing back in the enterprise data center. The company's platform aims to automate the migration of private data centers to public clouds, thereby reducing business risk and enhancing IT productivity and resilience.
CloudCoreo
Acquisition in 2018
CloudCoreo, Inc. is a cloud management platform based in Austin, Texas, founded in 2014. The company enables users to design and deploy applications across various cloud providers, offering a comprehensive solution for managing cloud infrastructure. Its platform features a community-driven DevOps framework combined with a deployment engine that allows users to create, modify, and maintain cloud stacks, which include all components of a deployment, such as managed services for networking and security. Additionally, CloudCoreo provides a searchable repository of stacks and an automation engine that helps ensure compliance by identifying potential risks at the time of deployment. This functionality aids users in understanding and mitigating risks associated with their cloud environments. As of February 2018, CloudCoreo operates as a subsidiary of VMware, Inc.
VeloCloud
Acquisition in 2017
VeloCloud Networks, Inc., established in 2012 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, specializes in cloud-based software-defined wide area networking (SD-WAN) solutions. The company simplifies branch WAN networking by automating deployment and enhancing performance over private, broadband Internet, and LTE links. VeloCloud's offerings include a choice of public, private, or hybrid cloud networks for secure, optimized connectivity to cloud and enterprise applications, along with software-defined control and automation, and virtual services delivery. The company serves various sectors, including retail, architecture, engineering, and construction, and has a strategic partnership with Kapsch CarrierCom. As of 2017, VeloCloud operates as a subsidiary of VMware, Inc.
HyTrust is a developer of cloud security software focused on automating compliance and enforcing security policies across both private and public cloud environments. Founded by experts in enterprise infrastructure and security, the company addresses the critical security challenges associated with virtualization and cloud adoption. HyTrust's solutions provide a centralized point of control for managing access, policy management, and security configurations within virtual infrastructures. This includes bridging traffic between corporate and management virtual local area networks of hypervisors, along with monitoring and logging communication for enhanced data protection. By enabling organizations to securely expand virtualization to mission-critical applications, HyTrust plays a vital role in mitigating risks of data breaches and catastrophic data center failures. The company has garnered support from leading investors in the next-generation data center space, ensuring a robust foundation for its innovative security solutions.
Apteligent
Acquisition in 2017
Apteligent, Inc. is a provider of mobile application intelligence solutions, headquartered in San Francisco, California. Founded in 2010, the company specializes in application performance management, offering a suite of tools that enable enterprises to enhance their mobile business by delivering critical insights throughout the application lifecycle. Its key offerings include Userflows, which connects user experiences with business metrics; a Crash Reporting solution that identifies and monitors application errors; and Service Monitoring, which analyzes service and API performance. Apteligent supports various mobile operating systems, including iOS, Android, and Windows Phone, and serves a diverse range of industries such as finance, retail, gaming, and hospitality. The company was previously known as Crittercism, Inc. and rebranded to Apteligent in February 2016. As of 2017, Apteligent operates as a subsidiary of VMware, Inc.
Wavefront
Acquisition in 2017
Wavefront, Inc. is a cloud-based analytics company that specializes in managing data centers through its hosted platform. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, Wavefront provides a powerful solution for ingesting, storing, visualizing, and alerting on time series data. Its platform leverages a stream processing approach originally developed at Google, allowing engineers to manipulate data with exceptional efficiency. The company's tools offer real-time analytics across the entire production stack, enabling SaaS enterprises to visualize and query various metrics, including computing load and performance data. Wavefront aims to enhance customer experience by preventing downtime, localizing issues during crises, and providing timely alerts on critical situations. In 2017, Wavefront became a subsidiary of VMware, Inc.
PLUMgrid
Acquisition in 2016
PLUMgrid is a technology company specializing in virtual networking and software-defined networking (SDN) solutions. Founded in 2011 by experienced professionals in networking, software, and semiconductors, the company is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, with additional locations in Europe and Asia. PLUMgrid offers an open networking suite designed for OpenStack, facilitating the network virtualization of both public and private infrastructures. Its solutions enable users to efficiently manage multi-tenant virtual network environments. The company has garnered recognition for its innovative contributions to the industry, receiving multiple awards and establishing itself as a prominent start-up in Silicon Valley. With strong backing from top venture capital firms, PLUMgrid is experiencing rapid growth and expanding its global footprint.
Bindplane
Series B in 2016
Blue Medora Inc. is a software solutions provider based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, specializing in enhancing the visibility of cloud system management and application performance management. Founded in 2007, the company develops a range of product extensions for major platforms such as VMware vRealize Operations, Oracle Enterprise Manager, and IBM Tivoli Monitoring. Its offerings include management solutions that integrate with various databases and applications, such as Oracle, SAP HANA, Microsoft SQL Server, and NetApp Storage. Blue Medora's solutions facilitate the monitoring and troubleshooting of IT environments, providing analytics and capacity planning capabilities. The company also addresses limitations in traditional IT monitoring through its BindPlane service, which connects performance data across diverse sources. Blue Medora distributes its products through resellers and has established strategic partnerships with VMware, Oracle, and IBM to enhance its service offerings.
Arkin Net Inc. is a company that specializes in developing a software-defined networking operations platform designed to simplify the management of software-defined data centers (SDDC) for enterprises. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, with an additional office in Pune, India, Arkin's platform facilitates comprehensive visibility and analysis across both virtual and physical infrastructure. It enables organizations to enhance security, optimize resource utilization, and improve overall performance while fostering collaboration among IT teams. The platform is recognized for its user-friendly interface, akin to a Google Search experience, and includes features for planning, operating, visualizing, analyzing, and troubleshooting complex data center environments. Arkin has gained traction in the industry, supported by notable investors and experts in virtualization and big data. As of 2016, it operates as a subsidiary of VMware, Inc.
Pivotal Labs, founded in 1989, is a software company specializing in agile development and digital transformation technology. With over two decades of experience, it has established itself as a leader in building reliable and scalable software for both innovative industry leaders and emerging companies across various sectors. Pivotal Labs collaborates with technical teams of varying expertise to launch hundreds of web and mobile products and develop complex enterprise infrastructures. The company has partnered with notable organizations such as Twitter, Salesforce.com, and Best Buy, among others. Pivotal Labs is also the creator of Pivotal Tracker, a widely-used project management tool for developers. With offices in major cities including San Francisco, New York, and London, Pivotal continues to influence the software development practices of some of the world's most admired brands.
Aria Systems
Series E in 2016
Aria Systems, established in 2002 and headquartered in San Francisco, specializes in providing a cloud-based platform for managing and billing recurring revenues. Its core product, Aria, caters to enterprises seeking subscription-based billing solutions, while Aria Crescendo sets industry standards for cloud-based monetization. Aria for Communications serves mobile, multiple system operators, and over-the-top media providers. The company serves diverse industries such as hi-tech, media, telecom, cloud services, and finance worldwide, empowering clients to capitalize on each customer-driven event, engage customers actively, and develop new products swiftly. Aria Systems has a strategic partnership with Ntegra.
JFrog Ltd. is a provider of a comprehensive DevOps platform designed to facilitate continuous software release management. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, JFrog offers a range of products that enhance the efficiency of software development and deployment. Its flagship product, JFrog Artifactory, serves as a universal package repository, enabling organizations to store, manage, and update software packages at any scale. Other key offerings include JFrog Pipelines for securing packages, JFrog Distribution for enterprise-grade software distribution, and JFrog Mission Control for overseeing the software release management workflow. The platform supports a hybrid approach to software supply chain management, allowing for seamless integration between development and operations teams. JFrog caters to various industries, including technology, financial services, retail, healthcare, and telecommunications, positioning itself as a crucial player in the DevOps domain by addressing the challenges associated with software artifacts and distribution.
Boxer Inc. is a mobile email application developer based in Austin, Texas, founded in 2012. The company offers a versatile mobile email client that integrates with multiple email providers, including Gmail, iCloud, Yahoo! Mail, and Microsoft Exchange. The application features a unique 'Like' button, allowing users to express appreciation for messages received. Additionally, Boxer enables users to enhance their contact experience by adding profile images sourced from platforms like LinkedIn and Facebook, or by uploading their own photos. The application also provides the functionality to share files from cloud storage. Boxer Inc. was previously known as Taskbox, Inc. before rebranding in April 2013 and operates as a subsidiary of AirWatch, LLC. Its products are available for download in the App Store.
CENX, Inc. is a provider of service orchestration solutions for mobile, wireline, cable, and cloud data center service providers, operating in Canada and internationally. Founded in 2009 and based in Ottawa, Canada, the company specializes in automating the lifecycle management of data services across various network infrastructures, including network functions virtualization (NFV) and software-defined networking (SDN). Its flagship product, the Cortx Service Orchestrator, streamlines the ordering, provisioning, monitoring, and assurance of data connectivity services, significantly reducing manual processes. CENX's offerings encompass mobile backhaul, enterprise connectivity, cloud exchange, and machine-to-machine services. Additionally, the company provides professional services such as data audits, automated access ordering, installation, integration, and technical support, ensuring comprehensive assistance for its tier 1 service provider clients. CENX has established itself as a key player in the Carrier Ethernet market, contributing to industry standards and innovation through its involvement with the Metro Ethernet Forum.
Bindplane
Series A in 2015
Blue Medora Inc. is a software solutions provider based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, specializing in enhancing the visibility of cloud system management and application performance management. Founded in 2007, the company develops a range of product extensions for major platforms such as VMware vRealize Operations, Oracle Enterprise Manager, and IBM Tivoli Monitoring. Its offerings include management solutions that integrate with various databases and applications, such as Oracle, SAP HANA, Microsoft SQL Server, and NetApp Storage. Blue Medora's solutions facilitate the monitoring and troubleshooting of IT environments, providing analytics and capacity planning capabilities. The company also addresses limitations in traditional IT monitoring through its BindPlane service, which connects performance data across diverse sources. Blue Medora distributes its products through resellers and has established strategic partnerships with VMware, Oracle, and IBM to enhance its service offerings.
HyTrust is a developer of cloud security software focused on automating compliance and enforcing security policies across both private and public cloud environments. Founded by experts in enterprise infrastructure and security, the company addresses the critical security challenges associated with virtualization and cloud adoption. HyTrust's solutions provide a centralized point of control for managing access, policy management, and security configurations within virtual infrastructures. This includes bridging traffic between corporate and management virtual local area networks of hypervisors, along with monitoring and logging communication for enhanced data protection. By enabling organizations to securely expand virtualization to mission-critical applications, HyTrust plays a vital role in mitigating risks of data breaches and catastrophic data center failures. The company has garnered support from leading investors in the next-generation data center space, ensuring a robust foundation for its innovative security solutions.
Immidio
Acquisition in 2015
Immidio, established in Amsterdam, Netherlands, in 2008, specializes in software development for enterprise environments. It focuses on enhancing usability and productivity through its products, which enable end-users to enjoy a consistent, personalized Windows desktop experience across various devices and locations. This flexibility empowers modern workforces while reducing IT costs.
MomentumSI
Acquisition in 2015
MomentumSI is an IT consulting firm that focuses on helping organizations enhance their IT processes, applications, and infrastructures to gain a strategic advantage. Established in 1997, the company specializes in three main areas: System Transformation, which streamlines costs by re-platforming operational systems; Infrastructure Transformation, which reduces risk through the optimization of cloud computing environments; and Environment Transformation, which accelerates time-to-market by implementing Continuous Delivery and DevOps practices. MomentumSI assists clients in their transitions to modern technologies, including Cloud Computing and Big Data, often facilitating the migration of systems to public cloud providers or developing private cloud solutions when necessary. The firm emphasizes the adoption of Agile and DevOps methodologies to optimize development and operational processes.
CloudVolumes
Acquisition in 2014
CloudVolumes, founded in early 2011 and originally known as SnapVolumes, is a company based in Santa Clara, California, that specializes in application life cycle management across virtual, cloud, and physical environments. Established by experts from notable organizations such as VMware, Citrix, and Microsoft, CloudVolumes offers enterprise-class solutions for instant workload management. Its technology enables IT departments to efficiently manage applications without the need for extensive re-architecting or rewriting of existing software. The company's solutions are designed to fully leverage virtualization while accommodating legacy applications and integrating seamlessly with existing policies and management systems in data centers and cloud environments.
JFrog Ltd. is a provider of a comprehensive DevOps platform designed to facilitate continuous software release management. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, JFrog offers a range of products that enhance the efficiency of software development and deployment. Its flagship product, JFrog Artifactory, serves as a universal package repository, enabling organizations to store, manage, and update software packages at any scale. Other key offerings include JFrog Pipelines for securing packages, JFrog Distribution for enterprise-grade software distribution, and JFrog Mission Control for overseeing the software release management workflow. The platform supports a hybrid approach to software supply chain management, allowing for seamless integration between development and operations teams. JFrog caters to various industries, including technology, financial services, retail, healthcare, and telecommunications, positioning itself as a crucial player in the DevOps domain by addressing the challenges associated with software artifacts and distribution.
Puppet is an information technology company that specializes in automation solutions aimed at addressing common business challenges. The company offers a comprehensive platform for infrastructure automation, covering areas such as configuration management, compliance, application delivery, and patch management. Puppet's tools facilitate the development, management, version control, and code analysis necessary for effective IT operations. By enabling clients to deliver, update, monitor, and secure software across both physical and virtual machines, Puppet enhances operational efficiency and reliability in IT environments.
Apteligent
Series C in 2014
Apteligent, Inc. is a provider of mobile application intelligence solutions, headquartered in San Francisco, California. Founded in 2010, the company specializes in application performance management, offering a suite of tools that enable enterprises to enhance their mobile business by delivering critical insights throughout the application lifecycle. Its key offerings include Userflows, which connects user experiences with business metrics; a Crash Reporting solution that identifies and monitors application errors; and Service Monitoring, which analyzes service and API performance. Apteligent supports various mobile operating systems, including iOS, Android, and Windows Phone, and serves a diverse range of industries such as finance, retail, gaming, and hospitality. The company was previously known as Crittercism, Inc. and rebranded to Apteligent in February 2016. As of 2017, Apteligent operates as a subsidiary of VMware, Inc.
AirWatch
Acquisition in 2014
AirWatch is a prominent provider of mobile device security and enterprise mobile management technology, headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. Founded in 2003 by John Marshall, the company focuses on simplifying mobility for organizations by offering comprehensive solutions in mobile device management, mobile application management, and mobile content management. With a commitment to empowering companies to leverage mobile technology effectively, AirWatch serves over 8,000 customers globally, helping them manage their mobile devices, applications, and content securely. The firm is privately held and guided by Chairman Alan Dabbiere, who has played a significant role in shaping its vision and growth since joining in 2006. AirWatch's powerful and user-friendly platform positions it as a leader in the mobile space, enabling organizations to concentrate on innovation rather than the complexities of mobility management.
Aria Systems
Series D in 2013
Aria Systems, established in 2002 and headquartered in San Francisco, specializes in providing a cloud-based platform for managing and billing recurring revenues. Its core product, Aria, caters to enterprises seeking subscription-based billing solutions, while Aria Crescendo sets industry standards for cloud-based monetization. Aria for Communications serves mobile, multiple system operators, and over-the-top media providers. The company serves diverse industries such as hi-tech, media, telecom, cloud services, and finance worldwide, empowering clients to capitalize on each customer-driven event, engage customers actively, and develop new products swiftly. Aria Systems has a strategic partnership with Ntegra.
Aria Systems
Venture Round in 2013
Aria Systems, established in 2002 and headquartered in San Francisco, specializes in providing a cloud-based platform for managing and billing recurring revenues. Its core product, Aria, caters to enterprises seeking subscription-based billing solutions, while Aria Crescendo sets industry standards for cloud-based monetization. Aria for Communications serves mobile, multiple system operators, and over-the-top media providers. The company serves diverse industries such as hi-tech, media, telecom, cloud services, and finance worldwide, empowering clients to capitalize on each customer-driven event, engage customers actively, and develop new products swiftly. Aria Systems has a strategic partnership with Ntegra.
Desktone
Acquisition in 2013
Desktone, Inc. is a provider of a pioneering virtual desktop hosting platform that delivers desktops as an outsourced subscription service. The company's innovative platform integrates all necessary desktop virtualization layers into a single, automated, self-service technology. This approach simplifies the provisioning and management of large-scale desktop environments, transforming traditional infrastructure costs from capital expenditures to operational expenditures. By enhancing the protection of physical resources and corporate information, Desktone increases business agility and reduces the total cost of ownership for desktops. Through its services, Desktone aims to boost client productivity and streamline desktop management processes.
HyTrust is a developer of cloud security software focused on automating compliance and enforcing security policies across both private and public cloud environments. Founded by experts in enterprise infrastructure and security, the company addresses the critical security challenges associated with virtualization and cloud adoption. HyTrust's solutions provide a centralized point of control for managing access, policy management, and security configurations within virtual infrastructures. This includes bridging traffic between corporate and management virtual local area networks of hypervisors, along with monitoring and logging communication for enhanced data protection. By enabling organizations to securely expand virtualization to mission-critical applications, HyTrust plays a vital role in mitigating risks of data breaches and catastrophic data center failures. The company has garnered support from leading investors in the next-generation data center space, ensuring a robust foundation for its innovative security solutions.
Maginatics
Series B in 2013
Maginatics is a company that specializes in modernizing enterprise storage through its software-only solutions. Founded in 2010 and based in Mountain View, California, Maginatics brings the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of cloud storage to enterprise environments while ensuring high levels of security, scalability, and data accessibility. Its flagship platform, MagFS, provides NAS-like functionality in scenarios where traditional NAS is impractical. The company's offerings cater to a diverse range of applications and workloads for both traditional and mobile users, facilitating secure file sharing and collaboration. Additionally, Maginatics addresses critical business challenges, including NAS transformation and optimized migration of scale-out workloads, serving industries such as Life Sciences, Media and Entertainment, and large-scale web server operations.
FeedHenry
Series A in 2013
FeedHenry is a provider of a cloud-based Mobile Application Platform designed to facilitate the development, deployment, integration, and management of secure mobile applications for businesses. Its subscription-based platform allows developers to create applications using standard web technologies such as HTML5, JavaScript, and CSS, ensuring compatibility across all major mobile devices and the mobile web. The platform offers a comprehensive solution that includes not only the development and deployment of applications to public app stores but also support for enterprise app store distribution. Additionally, it features server-side business logic, integration capabilities, secure connectivity to backend systems, and complete app lifecycle management and reporting. FeedHenry's focus on enabling efficient mobile application solutions positions it as a key player in the mobile technology sector.
Pivotal Labs, founded in 1989, is a software company specializing in agile development and digital transformation technology. With over two decades of experience, it has established itself as a leader in building reliable and scalable software for both innovative industry leaders and emerging companies across various sectors. Pivotal Labs collaborates with technical teams of varying expertise to launch hundreds of web and mobile products and develop complex enterprise infrastructures. The company has partnered with notable organizations such as Twitter, Salesforce.com, and Best Buy, among others. Pivotal Labs is also the creator of Pivotal Tracker, a widely-used project management tool for developers. With offices in major cities including San Francisco, New York, and London, Pivotal continues to influence the software development practices of some of the world's most admired brands.
CloudEndure
Series A in 2013
CloudEndure Ltd. is a company that specializes in Software-as-a-Service solutions for migration and disaster recovery, catering to businesses of various sizes and industries both in Israel and internationally. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel, with additional offices in New York, Boston, and Irvine, CloudEndure offers tools that facilitate large-scale migrations from physical, virtual, and cloud infrastructures to cloud platforms like Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud Platform, Microsoft Azure, and others. Its technology enables continuous, block-level data replication and application stack orchestration, allowing enterprises to move entire workloads with minimal downtime and no data loss. By providing robust disaster recovery and live migration services, CloudEndure helps organizations safeguard against disruptions such as human errors, network failures, and external threats, ensuring that their systems remain operational at all times.
Virsto Software
Acquisition in 2013
Virsto Software, founded in late 2007 by experts in storage and virtualization, specializes in developing innovative storage solutions tailored for virtual servers and data centers. The company's flagship product, Virsto One, is a hypervisor-based storage virtualization software that allows organizations to streamline storage management, enhance performance, and optimize the use of server and storage hardware. By providing a cost-effective approach to managing storage for virtual environments, Virsto aims to alleviate the complexities associated with traditional storage methods. As a result, businesses utilizing Virsto's technology can achieve significant reductions in both capital and operational expenses while improving their data management processes.
Puppet is an information technology company that specializes in automation solutions aimed at addressing common business challenges. The company offers a comprehensive platform for infrastructure automation, covering areas such as configuration management, compliance, application delivery, and patch management. Puppet's tools facilitate the development, management, version control, and code analysis necessary for effective IT operations. By enabling clients to deliver, update, monitor, and secure software across both physical and virtual machines, Puppet enhances operational efficiency and reliability in IT environments.
Block, Inc. is a technology company specializing in financial services, founded in 2009. It operates several key platforms, including Square, Cash App, TIDAL, and TBD, aimed at enhancing economic access for individuals and businesses. Block provides payment services to merchants and has developed Cash App as a person-to-person payment network, facilitating seamless transactions among users. In 2023, the payment volume processed through Square exceeded $200 million, reflecting the company's significant role in the financial technology landscape.
Nicira Networks
Acquisition in 2012
Nicira Networks specializes in software solutions that facilitate the transition of data centers to cloud infrastructure by virtualizing networking capabilities. Founded by leading researchers from Stanford University and the University of California at Berkeley, the company aims to accelerate the adoption of elastic, scale-out data centers. Nicira's flagship product, the Network Hypervisor, transforms traditional data center networks by reproducing the network service model in a logical environment, enabling better control and management of logical networks. With a leadership team comprised of experienced entrepreneurs in networking, security, and virtualization, Nicira Networks is positioned to drive innovation in the field of cloud infrastructure.
DynamicOps
Acquisition in 2012
DynamicOps is a privately held company based in Burlington, MA, specializing in virtual infrastructure and lifecycle management software solutions. Its Operations Virtualization platform enables enterprises to swiftly adapt to market changes by transforming existing IT infrastructure into on-demand private and public cloud services within days. The company offers the DynamicOps Cloud Automation Center, which streamlines the management of IT services, ensuring end-to-end governance and self-service capabilities. This platform allows organizations to customize their cloud experience by integrating existing processes and utilizing a multi-vendor technology approach. Additionally, DynamicOps provides tools such as the Virtual Resource Manager for IT service automation, along with solutions for server and desktop provisioning and lab management, empowering businesses to efficiently develop and manage next-generation cloud services.
Wanova
Acquisition in 2012
Wanova specializes in Distributed Desktop Virtualization solutions that enhance the management, support, and protection of desktops and laptops for enterprises. The company's technology centralizes control over desktop infrastructure while optimizing user experience, allowing for full functionality even when offline. Wanova's innovative approach enables organizations to manage and secure distributed and mobile desktops, laptops, and netbooks effectively. By streamlining IT operations, Wanova helps businesses reduce costs and improve productivity, allowing IT teams to focus on strategic projects rather than the individual management of each endpoint.
Puppet is an information technology company that specializes in automation solutions aimed at addressing common business challenges. The company offers a comprehensive platform for infrastructure automation, covering areas such as configuration management, compliance, application delivery, and patch management. Puppet's tools facilitate the development, management, version control, and code analysis necessary for effective IT operations. By enabling clients to deliver, update, monitor, and secure software across both physical and virtual machines, Puppet enhances operational efficiency and reliability in IT environments.
PacketMotion
Acquisition in 2011
PacketMotion, Inc. is a company that specializes in security investigations, alerting, and reporting solutions designed for enterprises to monitor user activity within their networks. The firm offers the PacketSentry appliance, a robust security system that tracks user behavior across server and application platforms. Additionally, PacketMotion provides a virtual segmentation solution to help organizations meet compliance mandates, particularly those related to payment card industry data security standards. The company's services include installation, training, and custom solutions, all aimed at enhancing insider awareness, threat management, compliance reporting, and the protection of sensitive data. Headquartered in San Jose, California, PacketMotion primarily serves IT and security professionals in the United States and Canada. Founded in 2002, the company is dedicated to improving network activity monitoring and access control management for its clients.
Maginatics
Series A in 2011
Maginatics is a company that specializes in modernizing enterprise storage through its software-only solutions. Founded in 2010 and based in Mountain View, California, Maginatics brings the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of cloud storage to enterprise environments while ensuring high levels of security, scalability, and data accessibility. Its flagship platform, MagFS, provides NAS-like functionality in scenarios where traditional NAS is impractical. The company's offerings cater to a diverse range of applications and workloads for both traditional and mobile users, facilitating secure file sharing and collaboration. Additionally, Maginatics addresses critical business challenges, including NAS transformation and optimized migration of scale-out workloads, serving industries such as Life Sciences, Media and Entertainment, and large-scale web server operations.
Digital Fuel
Acquisition in 2011
Digital Fuel is a prominent provider of Business Service Management (BSM) software solutions, specializing in service level agreement (SLA) management, service catalogs, and service financial management. Its flagship product, ServiceFlow, effectively manages substantial IT and business service expenditures for a diverse clientele, including major corporations and government entities such as British Telecom, Dell, and General Electric. By offering tools that help organizations optimize their IT spending, Digital Fuel plays a critical role in enhancing the efficiency and transparency of service delivery across various sectors.
Socialcast
Acquisition in 2011
Socialcast is a prominent provider of enterprise collaboration software designed to enhance real-time communication among employees. The company offers solutions that combine traditional intranet features with social networking technology, enabling employees to expand, create, and share knowledge effectively within the organization. Socialcast's software can be deployed either on-premise or on-demand, utilizing activity streams to improve information awareness and productivity across the workforce.
Shavlik Technologies
Acquisition in 2011
Shavlik, a global leader in simplifying the complexity of IT management, is dedicated to significantly reducing the time-to-value for IT professionals from months to minutes. Shavlik’s Protect, Patch for Microsoft System Center and Management Intelligence are some of its on-premise and cloud base solutions that enable customers to manage both physical and virtual machines, deploy software, discover assets, simplify configuration, control power usage and ensure endpoint security. By bringing the sophisticated capabilities enjoyed by large companies to organizations of all sizes and types, Shavlik is driving the democratization of IT.
SlideRocket
Acquisition in 2011
SlideRocket is an online presentation software company that offers a comprehensive solution for the entire presentation life cycle. Founded in 2007 by Mitch Grasso and Mike Lingle, SlideRocket provides a rich internet application that enables users to create visually appealing presentations, manage a library of slides and assets, and collaborate securely with colleagues. The platform supports both in-person and remote sharing of presentations, along with analytics tools to measure effectiveness. SlideRocket distinguishes itself with its web-based approach, user-friendly interface, and robust features. Additionally, it includes a marketplace for users to buy, trade, or access free content and services related to presentation development. The company also caters to enterprises through its Sales & Marketing Edition, which enhances collaboration among large teams by offering advanced sharing capabilities, permissions, and analytics.
WaveMaker
Acquisition in 2011
WaveMaker is a technology company that specializes in low-code development and containerized application delivery. Its primary offerings include WaveMaker Rapid, a visual application development platform that significantly reduces the time and cost of building web and mobile applications, and WaveMaker HyScale, a visual DevOps platform that automates app containerization and facilitates continuous delivery into various container runtimes. The company also provides WaveMaker Visual Ajax Studio, which allows users to create web applications through a drag-and-drop interface using Ajax widgets, web services, and databases. Additionally, WaveMaker offers technical support services to assist clients in the development, deployment, and management of their applications, catering to web developers, software vendors, and enterprises.
NeoAccel
Acquisition in 2011
NeoAccel is a provider of security solutions specifically designed for cloud computing. The company has developed NeoCloudSafe, a virtual appliance that integrates encryption technology to enhance security in cloud environments. This solution allows cloud service providers to offer their customers secure access and application transparency, ensuring that data transmitted is protected through browser-based SSL encryption. Additionally, NeoAccel offers SSL VPN-Plus, which facilitates secure connections for remote users accessing corporate intranets over any Internet connection. By combining the performance of IPsec VPNs with the advantages of SSL VPN technology, NeoAccel delivers comprehensive end-to-end security solutions tailored to the needs of modern cloud computing.
Integrien
Acquisition in 2010
Integrien Corporation, founded in 2001 and headquartered in Irvine, California, specializes in designing, developing, and marketing integrity management solutions. The company focuses on enabling problem diagnosis, prediction, and prevention, while also detecting application slowdowns and outages. In addition to its core solutions, Integrien offers troubleshooting, maintenance, and system integration and implementation services to enhance operational efficiency. The company has established strategic partnerships with major industry players, including IBM, HP, BMC, VMware, and Tata Consultancy Services, to further strengthen its service offerings and market presence.
TriCipher
Acquisition in 2010
TriCipher, Inc. is a provider of unified authentication infrastructure designed to safeguard web applications and enterprise portals against fraud and identity theft. Founded in 2000 and based in Los Gatos, California, the company offers solutions that enable organizations to deploy adjustable credentials from a single infrastructure to address evolving threats while satisfying regulatory requirements. TriCipher's Armored Credential System serves as an on-premise solution adopted by numerous banking and healthcare service providers. Additionally, the myOneLogin service combines TriCipher's authentication capabilities with single sign-on functionality, catering to both software as a service (SaaS) customers and providers. Through its offerings, TriCipher aims to enhance the security and convenience of online identity management, enabling businesses to operate more efficiently and with reduced risk.
Nimbula is a cloud infrastructure software company that enables enterprises and service providers to construct private, public, or hybrid clouds. Founded by industry veterans Chris Pinkham and Willem van Biljon, who previously developed Amazon EC2, Nimbula offers its flagship product, Nimbula Director, which is designed to be scalable, highly automated, and user-friendly while providing complete control over cloud environments. The company’s solutions combine the flexibility and operational efficiencies typically associated with public clouds with the control and security of traditional data centers. Nimbula is headquartered in Mountain View, California, with a development team located in South Africa. It has participated in the OpenStack Foundation to further advance cloud software technologies. Nimbula was acquired by Oracle Corporation, reflecting its impactful role in the cloud software market.
VCE is an EMC Federation Company that specializes in providing optimized information technology systems through its Vblock Systems. With investments from Cisco and VMware, VCE focuses on accelerating the adoption of converged infrastructure and cloud-based computing models. Its solutions are designed to reduce IT costs while enhancing time to market for clients. VCE's offerings enable IT organizations to standardize processes, improve resource utilization, and lower operational expenses. By supporting a variety of applications, including horizontal and vertical industry solutions, VCE allows customers to prioritize business innovation rather than managing complex IT infrastructure. The company distributes its products through an extensive partner network, ensuring broad accessibility and support for application development environments.
Spring
Acquisition in 2009
SpringSource specializes in developing the Spring Framework, a prominent application framework within the Java ecosystem. This framework enables organizations to create highly scalable and mission-critical systems. SpringSource offers commercial support subscriptions along with additional software products in its portfolio, catering to the needs of enterprise Java developers. Notable companies, such as JP Morgan and HSBC, utilize the Spring Framework to enhance their software development processes. By providing robust tools and support, SpringSource plays a critical role in facilitating the development, management, and operation of Java applications for businesses across various industries.
Blue Lane Technologies
Acquisition in 2008
Blue Lane Technologies, Inc. specializes in providing vulnerability shields for both physical and virtual server infrastructure, safeguarding a range of operating systems, applications, and databases at the application layer. The company's offerings include VirtualShield, which features application-aware firewalling, inter-VM flow visibility and analytics, application policy control, and intrusion prevention, alongside ServerShield, a network security appliance. These solutions are designed to enhance the security of servers and virtual machines. Founded in 2002 and based in Cupertino, California, Blue Lane Technologies serves various industries, including financial services, healthcare, high technology, hosting, and retail. As of September 30, 2008, the company operates as a subsidiary of VMware, Inc.
B-hive Networks
Acquisition in 2008
B-hive Networks, based in Dubai, Riyadh, and Los Angeles, specializes in virtual environment management solutions tailored for retailers, financial organizations, and web companies. Its flagship product, Conductor, is a virtual appliance that integrates within existing data center infrastructures. Utilizing self-learning technology, Conductor effectively maps user transactions and application components, allowing IT departments to monitor and manage operations efficiently. The software provides insights into multi-tier applications, including end-user transaction response times, virtual machine utilization, and interdependencies among virtual machines. By establishing baseline performance metrics and facilitating service level reporting, B-hive Networks enables businesses to enhance the availability and performance of their services while optimizing resource allocation in a cost-effective manner.
Thinstall
Acquisition in 2008
Thinstall, Inc. operates as an application virtualization software company. It offers Virtualization Suite, an application virtualization platform that enables complex software to be delivered as self-contained EXE files, which can run instantly with zero installation from various data sources; Virtual Operating System (VOS), which enables entire applications to be packaged into a single EXE that can be run without an installation process, and without modifying the resident operating system.
Dunes Technologies
Acquisition in 2007
Dunes Technologies is a software development company based in Vaud, Switzerland, established in 2000. The company specializes in process automation and system management solutions tailored for virtual service and virtual desktop environments. Dunes Technologies provides a comprehensive suite of cost-effective tools designed to efficiently manage virtual IT infrastructures. By leveraging automation, the company enhances IT operations performance and maximizes the benefits of virtualization. Its proactive service mediation platform supports the development of S-Ops products, which manage application-based services throughout their entire operational life cycle.
Determina
Acquisition in 2007
Determina is a provider of security advisory services with advisories, updates, and configuration advice against emerging threats and attacks for VPS customers.
Akimbi Systems
Acquisition in 2006
Akimbi Systems, Inc. is a company that specializes in infrastructure management solutions tailored for software development and testing organizations. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, Akimbi develops complex configuration capture-and-restore systems that allow software developers and quality assurance engineers to efficiently suspend and capture environments to a shared storage library. This capability enhances collaboration and streamlines the development process. The company has established strategic partnerships with notable firms, including Mercury, Microsoft, Platespin, and VMware. Akimbi Systems was acquired by VMware in 2006, further integrating its innovative solutions into the broader infrastructure management landscape.
Emic Networks
Acquisition in 2003
Emic offers solutions that provide availability, scalability and manageability, allowing you to run mission critical applications on low-cost open source platforms. In order to provide high availability, Emic supplies synchronous data replication, hot standby with fail-over, disaster recovery and online maintenance to minimize downtime.