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Enterprise Software & Business Operations

31 categories for founders and investors.

Business software, SaaS, operations, workflow platforms, APIs, integrations, productivity, and tools for companies.

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App-Tech

Applications & Programming

The App-Tech sector revolves around the development of applications and programming solutions. It covers mobile apps, web development, software engineering, and user interface design.

  • Creating mobile applications that enhance user experiences, provide convenience, and offer on-demand services.
  • Developing productivity apps that streamline workflows, task management, and collaboration among team members.
  • Designing gaming apps that offer immersive and interactive experiences for entertainment and leisure.

Example leaders: Apple, Google, Microsoft

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BPO-Tech

Business Process Outsourcing

The BPO-Tech sector focuses on technological solutions and innovations in business process outsourcing. It includes robotic process automation, virtual assistants, and data analytics for process optimization.

  • Automating repetitive and manual tasks in business process outsourcing operations for increased efficiency.
  • - Utilizing robotic process automation (RPA) to handle data entry, document processing, and customer support tasks.
  • - Implementing advanced data analytics and machine learning algorithms for data-driven decision-making in BPO services.

Example leaders: Accenture, Genpact, TCS

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Cloud-Tech

Cloud Computing and Hosting

The Cloud-Tech sector encompasses advancements in cloud computing and hosting services. It includes infrastructure-as-a-service (IaaS), platform-as-a-service (PaaS), and software-as-a-service (SaaS) solutions.

  • Enabling scalable and flexible cloud computing solutions for businesses to store, manage, and analyze large volumes of data.
  • Facilitating remote collaboration and file sharing among team members through cloud-based productivity tools and platforms.
  • Supporting software-as-a-service (SaaS) solutions by providing cloud infrastructure for seamless access to applications and services.

Example leaders: Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud

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Compu-Tech

Computers and Gadgets

The Compu-Tech sector focuses on advancements in computer hardware, software, and consumer electronics. It includes personal computers, laptops, smartphones, and other digital devices.

  • Driving advancements in computer hardware and software to improve processing power, storage capacity, and user experiences.
  • Developing innovative user interfaces and human-computer interaction techniques for intuitive and efficient interactions.
  • Powering emerging technologies, such as quantum computing and edge computing, to enable new computing capabilities and applications.

Example leaders: Apple, Dell, HP, Lenovo, Acer, Toshiba, Sony, LG, Microsoft

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Consult-Tech

Consulting and Advisory Services

The Consult-Tech sector focuses on technological solutions and innovations in consulting and advisory services. It includes data analytics, market research, and strategic consulting.

  • Providing data-driven insights and analytics to support strategic decision-making for businesses across various industries.
  • Offering virtual consulting services and online platforms for remote collaboration and knowledge sharing between experts and clients.
  • Leveraging artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms to automate data analysis and deliver personalized recommendations.

Example leaders: McKinsey & Company, Boston Consulting Group (BCG), Deloitte, IBM Consulting, KPMG, PwC, E&Y

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Digi-Tech

Digital Media and Design

The Digi-Tech sector focuses on technological solutions and innovations in digital media and design. It includes digital content creation, user interface (UI) design, and multimedia production.

  • Transforming digital media creation and consumption through interactive content, virtual reality, augmented reality, and immersive experiences.
  • Enabling digital marketing strategies, personalized advertising, and targeted campaigns to reach and engage with audiences effectively.
  • Facilitating digital content distribution platforms and streaming services for easy access to entertainment, news, and information.

Example leaders: Adobe Digital Marketing Suite, WPP, Publicis Groupe

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Drone-Tech

Drones and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

The Drone-Tech sector encompasses advancements in drone and unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) technologies. It includes drone delivery, aerial surveying, and drone-based inspections.

  • Advancing aerial photography and videography by utilizing drones for capturing high-quality images and footage from unique perspectives.
  • Enhancing surveillance and security operations through drone-based monitoring, video analytics, and threat detection systems.
  • Enabling the delivery of goods and supplies to remote or inaccessible areas using autonomous drones.

Example leaders: DJI, Skydio, Wing

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E-Tech

E-Commerce and E-Business

The E-Tech sector encompasses technological solutions and innovations in e-commerce and e-business. It includes online marketplaces, payment gateways, and supply chain management systems.

  • Revolutionizing the e-commerce landscape with user-friendly interfaces, personalized product recommendations, and seamless checkout experiences.
  • Enabling digital marketplaces and platforms that connect buyers and sellers worldwide, fostering global trade and economic growth.
  • Implementing secure payment gateways, fraud detection systems, and customer support services to ensure safe and reliable online transactions.

Example leaders: Amazon, Alibaba, eBay

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Home-Tech

Home and Garden

The Home-Tech sector focuses on technological solutions and innovations for the home and garden. It includes smart home automation systems, energy-efficient appliances, and connected garden management tools.

  • Creating smart home automation systems that enable control and monitoring of appliances, lighting, security, and energy consumption.
  • Developing Internet of Things (IoT) devices and sensors for home automation, improving comfort, safety, and efficiency.
  • Implementing home energy management solutions to optimize energy usage, reduce waste, and lower utility costs.

Example leaders: Nest, Ring, August Home

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Info-Tech

Information and Informatics

The Info-Tech sector encompasses technological solutions and innovations in information and informatics. It includes data analytics platforms, information management systems, and cybersecurity solutions.

  • Developing data management and analytics platforms that enable organizations to collect, process, and analyze large volumes of data for insights and decision-making.
  • Implementing cybersecurity solutions to protect sensitive information, detect threats, and ensure data privacy.
  • Leveraging AI and machine learning algorithms to automate data analysis, pattern recognition, and anomaly detection.

Example leaders: IBM, Oracle, SAP, AWS, Google

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IT-Tech

Information Technology

The IT-Tech sector encompasses technological solutions and innovations in the field of information technology (IT). It includes software development, network infrastructure, and IT consulting services.

  • Providing comprehensive IT infrastructure services, including network design, server management, cloud computing, and cybersecurity, to support businesses' digital transformation.
  • Developing custom software solutions and applications tailored to specific business needs and processes.
  • Offering IT consulting services to guide organizations in adopting and optimizing technology solutions for their operations.

Example leaders: IBM, Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE), Dell Technologies

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Net-Tech

Internet and Cable Services

The Net-Tech sector encompasses technological solutions and innovations in internet and cable services. It includes internet service providers, broadband technologies, and cable infrastructure advancements.

  • Providing internet and cable services to enable seamless connectivity and access to digital resources.
  • Developing high-speed broadband networks and fiber-optic infrastructure to support reliable and fast internet connections.
  • Offering digital content streaming services and online platforms for entertainment, communication, and information sharing.

Example leaders: Comcast, AT&T, Verizon, Google, Rogers, Orange, Vodafone, Virgin Mobile

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SaaS-Tech

Software-as-a-Service

The SaaS-Tech sector encompasses technological solutions and innovations in software-as-a-service. It includes cloud-based software applications, subscription-based platforms, and on-demand software services.

  • Providing software-as-a-service solutions to businesses, offering scalable and customizable software applications.
  • Developing cloud-based productivity tools, customer relationship management (CRM) systems, and enterprise resource planning (ERP) software.
  • Enabling businesses to access and utilize software applications and services on-demand, without the need for complex infrastructure and maintenance.

Example leaders: Salesforce, Adobe Creative Cloud, Microsoft Office 365

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Soft-Tech

Software Engineering

The Soft-Tech sector encompasses technological solutions and innovations in software engineering. It includes programming languages, software development frameworks, and software testing tools.

  • Advance software engineering practices and technologies for scalable, secure, and efficient software development.
  • Developing software development frameworks, libraries, and tools that streamline the coding process and improve software quality.
  • Implementing agile development methodologies and DevOps practices for rapid and collaborative software delivery.

Example leaders: Microsoft, Oracle, SAP

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Space-Tech

Space Exploration & Travel

The Space-Tech sector focuses on technological solutions and innovations in space exploration and travel. It includes satellite systems, space tourism ventures, and rocket propulsion technologies.

  • Pioneer space exploration and travel technologies, pushing the boundaries of human knowledge and possibilities.
  • Developing spacecraft and launch systems for satellite deployment, space tourism, and scientific missions.
  • Advancing space observation and exploration technologies to study celestial bodies, climate patterns, and space phenomena.

Example leaders: SpaceX, Blue Origin, Virgin Galactic

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Sys-Tech

Systems Science and Engineering

The Sys-Tech sector focuses on technological solutions and innovations in systems science and engineering. It includes systems modeling and simulation tools, optimization algorithms, and systems integration platforms.

  • Advance systems science and engineering to optimize complex systems, improve performance, and drive innovation.
  • Developing systems modeling and simulation tools for analyzing and optimizing complex processes and workflows.
  • Implementing systems engineering methodologies and techniques for designing and managing large-scale projects and systems.

Example leaders: Siemens, Honeywell, Schneider Electric

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Tele-Tech

Telecommunications and Broadcasting

The Tele-Tech sector encompasses technological solutions and innovations in telecommunications and broadcasting. It includes telecommunications infrastructure, broadcasting technologies, and communication networks.

  • Enable seamless telecommunications and broadcasting services, connecting people and delivering information globally.
  • Developing communication technologies such as voice over IP (VoIP), video conferencing, and messaging apps for real-time connectivity.
  • Implementing broadcasting technologies for the distribution of multimedia content, including television, radio, and streaming services.

Example leaders: AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, Orange, Rogers

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Web-Tech

Web Engineering and Development

The Web-Tech sector encompasses technological solutions and innovations in web engineering and development. It includes web development frameworks, content management systems, and web application tools.

  • Advance web engineering and development, shaping the future of the internet with responsive, secure, and user-centric experiences.
  • Developing web development frameworks and tools that facilitate efficient and scalable web application development.
  • Implementing cybersecurity measures and encryption protocols to ensure the security and privacy of web-based services.

Example leaders: Google, Wix, WordPress

New Category

Sales-Tech

Sales Automation, Lead Intelligence, and CRM Enhancement

The Sales-Tech category within Metasoft Capital focuses on sales automation, lead intelligence, and crm enhancement. This area can include software, AI, data systems, marketplaces, hardware, services, or infrastructure that make old workflows faster, safer, more affordable, more measurable, or easier to adopt.

  • Building practical products that help customers solve problems in sales automation, lead intelligence, and crm enhancement with clearer workflows, better data, or stronger automation.
  • Creating platforms, tools, or services that reduce cost, improve trust, increase access, or help organizations adopt technology in the enterprise software & business operations sector.
  • Helping founders turn a focused industry pain point into a scalable company with a clear buyer, measurable value, and room for long-term growth.

Founder/investor relevance: This category can help match focused founders with investors who care about the same sector.

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Customer-Success-Tech

Retention, Onboarding, Account Health, and Expansion Tools

The Customer-Success-Tech category within Metasoft Capital focuses on retention, onboarding, account health, and expansion tools. This area can include software, AI, data systems, marketplaces, hardware, services, or infrastructure that make old workflows faster, safer, more affordable, more measurable, or easier to adopt.

  • Building practical products that help customers solve problems in retention, onboarding, account health, and expansion tools with clearer workflows, better data, or stronger automation.
  • Creating platforms, tools, or services that reduce cost, improve trust, increase access, or help organizations adopt technology in the enterprise software & business operations sector.
  • Helping founders turn a focused industry pain point into a scalable company with a clear buyer, measurable value, and room for long-term growth.

Founder/investor relevance: This category can help match focused founders with investors who care about the same sector.

New Category

Procurement-Tech

Purchasing, Vendor Management, Sourcing, and Spend Control

The Procurement-Tech category within Metasoft Capital focuses on purchasing, vendor management, sourcing, and spend control. This area can include software, AI, data systems, marketplaces, hardware, services, or infrastructure that make old workflows faster, safer, more affordable, more measurable, or easier to adopt.

  • Building practical products that help customers solve problems in purchasing, vendor management, sourcing, and spend control with clearer workflows, better data, or stronger automation.
  • Creating platforms, tools, or services that reduce cost, improve trust, increase access, or help organizations adopt technology in the enterprise software & business operations sector.
  • Helping founders turn a focused industry pain point into a scalable company with a clear buyer, measurable value, and room for long-term growth.

Founder/investor relevance: This category can help match focused founders with investors who care about the same sector.

New Category

Testing-Tech

QA, Product Testing, Hardware Testing, and AI Testing

The Testing-Tech category within Metasoft Capital focuses on qa, product testing, hardware testing, and ai testing. This area can include software, AI, data systems, marketplaces, hardware, services, or infrastructure that make old workflows faster, safer, more affordable, more measurable, or easier to adopt.

  • Building practical products that help customers solve problems in qa, product testing, hardware testing, and ai testing with clearer workflows, better data, or stronger automation.
  • Creating platforms, tools, or services that reduce cost, improve trust, increase access, or help organizations adopt technology in the enterprise software & business operations sector.
  • Helping founders turn a focused industry pain point into a scalable company with a clear buyer, measurable value, and room for long-term growth.

Founder/investor relevance: This category can help match focused founders with investors who care about the same sector.

New Category

Vertical-SaaS-Tech

Software Built for Specific Industries and Workflows

The Vertical-SaaS-Tech category within Metasoft Capital focuses on software built for specific industries and workflows. This area can include software, AI, data systems, marketplaces, hardware, services, or infrastructure that make old workflows faster, safer, more affordable, more measurable, or easier to adopt.

  • Building practical products that help customers solve problems in software built for specific industries and workflows with clearer workflows, better data, or stronger automation.
  • Creating platforms, tools, or services that reduce cost, improve trust, increase access, or help organizations adopt technology in the enterprise software & business operations sector.
  • Helping founders turn a focused industry pain point into a scalable company with a clear buyer, measurable value, and room for long-term growth.

Founder/investor relevance: This category can help match focused founders with investors who care about the same sector.

New Category

Enterprise-Tech

Enterprise Software, Workflow, Compliance, and Infrastructure

The Enterprise-Tech category within Metasoft Capital focuses on enterprise software, workflow, compliance, and infrastructure. This area can include software, AI, data systems, marketplaces, hardware, services, or infrastructure that make old workflows faster, safer, more affordable, more measurable, or easier to adopt.

  • Building practical products that help customers solve problems in enterprise software, workflow, compliance, and infrastructure with clearer workflows, better data, or stronger automation.
  • Creating platforms, tools, or services that reduce cost, improve trust, increase access, or help organizations adopt technology in the enterprise software & business operations sector.
  • Helping founders turn a focused industry pain point into a scalable company with a clear buyer, measurable value, and room for long-term growth.

Founder/investor relevance: This category can help match focused founders with investors who care about the same sector.

New Category

DevTools-Tech

Developer Tools, APIs, Testing, CI/CD, and Productivity

The DevTools-Tech category within Metasoft Capital focuses on developer tools, apis, testing, ci/cd, and productivity. This area can include software, AI, data systems, marketplaces, hardware, services, or infrastructure that make old workflows faster, safer, more affordable, more measurable, or easier to adopt.

  • Building practical products that help customers solve problems in developer tools, apis, testing, ci/cd, and productivity with clearer workflows, better data, or stronger automation.
  • Creating platforms, tools, or services that reduce cost, improve trust, increase access, or help organizations adopt technology in the enterprise software & business operations sector.
  • Helping founders turn a focused industry pain point into a scalable company with a clear buyer, measurable value, and room for long-term growth.

Founder/investor relevance: This category can help match focused founders with investors who care about the same sector.

New Category

No-Code-Tech

No-Code and Low-Code Platforms and Builders

The No-Code-Tech category within Metasoft Capital focuses on no-code and low-code platforms and builders. This area can include software, AI, data systems, marketplaces, hardware, services, or infrastructure that make old workflows faster, safer, more affordable, more measurable, or easier to adopt.

  • Building practical products that help customers solve problems in no-code and low-code platforms and builders with clearer workflows, better data, or stronger automation.
  • Creating platforms, tools, or services that reduce cost, improve trust, increase access, or help organizations adopt technology in the enterprise software & business operations sector.
  • Helping founders turn a focused industry pain point into a scalable company with a clear buyer, measurable value, and room for long-term growth.

Founder/investor relevance: This category can help match focused founders with investors who care about the same sector.

New Category

API-Tech

API Infrastructure, Integration Platforms, and Developer Ecosystems

The API-Tech category within Metasoft Capital focuses on api infrastructure, integration platforms, and developer ecosystems. This area can include software, AI, data systems, marketplaces, hardware, services, or infrastructure that make old workflows faster, safer, more affordable, more measurable, or easier to adopt.

  • Building practical products that help customers solve problems in api infrastructure, integration platforms, and developer ecosystems with clearer workflows, better data, or stronger automation.
  • Creating platforms, tools, or services that reduce cost, improve trust, increase access, or help organizations adopt technology in the enterprise software & business operations sector.
  • Helping founders turn a focused industry pain point into a scalable company with a clear buyer, measurable value, and room for long-term growth.

Founder/investor relevance: This category can help match focused founders with investors who care about the same sector.

New Category

Integration-Tech

Connecting Business Systems, Data, Workflows, and APIs

The Integration-Tech category within Metasoft Capital focuses on connecting business systems, data, workflows, and apis. This area can include software, AI, data systems, marketplaces, hardware, services, or infrastructure that make old workflows faster, safer, more affordable, more measurable, or easier to adopt.

  • Building practical products that help customers solve problems in connecting business systems, data, workflows, and apis with clearer workflows, better data, or stronger automation.
  • Creating platforms, tools, or services that reduce cost, improve trust, increase access, or help organizations adopt technology in the enterprise software & business operations sector.
  • Helping founders turn a focused industry pain point into a scalable company with a clear buyer, measurable value, and room for long-term growth.

Founder/investor relevance: This category can help match focused founders with investors who care about the same sector.

New Category

Workflow-Tech

Automation of Business Workflows Across Teams

The Workflow-Tech category within Metasoft Capital focuses on automation of business workflows across teams. This area can include software, AI, data systems, marketplaces, hardware, services, or infrastructure that make old workflows faster, safer, more affordable, more measurable, or easier to adopt.

  • Building practical products that help customers solve problems in automation of business workflows across teams with clearer workflows, better data, or stronger automation.
  • Creating platforms, tools, or services that reduce cost, improve trust, increase access, or help organizations adopt technology in the enterprise software & business operations sector.
  • Helping founders turn a focused industry pain point into a scalable company with a clear buyer, measurable value, and room for long-term growth.

Founder/investor relevance: This category can help match focused founders with investors who care about the same sector.

New Category

Operations-Tech

Internal Operations, Administration, and Business Execution

The Operations-Tech category within Metasoft Capital focuses on internal operations, administration, and business execution. This area can include software, AI, data systems, marketplaces, hardware, services, or infrastructure that make old workflows faster, safer, more affordable, more measurable, or easier to adopt.

  • Building practical products that help customers solve problems in internal operations, administration, and business execution with clearer workflows, better data, or stronger automation.
  • Creating platforms, tools, or services that reduce cost, improve trust, increase access, or help organizations adopt technology in the enterprise software & business operations sector.
  • Helping founders turn a focused industry pain point into a scalable company with a clear buyer, measurable value, and room for long-term growth.

Founder/investor relevance: This category can help match focused founders with investors who care about the same sector.

New Category

Productivity-Tech

Productivity Tools for People, Teams, and Workflows

The Productivity-Tech category within Metasoft Capital focuses on productivity tools for people, teams, and workflows. This area can include software, AI, data systems, marketplaces, hardware, services, or infrastructure that make old workflows faster, safer, more affordable, more measurable, or easier to adopt.

  • Building practical products that help customers solve problems in productivity tools for people, teams, and workflows with clearer workflows, better data, or stronger automation.
  • Creating platforms, tools, or services that reduce cost, improve trust, increase access, or help organizations adopt technology in the enterprise software & business operations sector.
  • Helping founders turn a focused industry pain point into a scalable company with a clear buyer, measurable value, and room for long-term growth.

Founder/investor relevance: This category can help match focused founders with investors who care about the same sector.

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