Bright Machines

Intelligent automation solutions for manufacturing

San Francisco, California, United States

About Bright Machines

Bright Machines specializes in intelligent automation solutions for the manufacturing industry, particularly in electronic assembly. Its main product, the Microfactory, is a software-defined production line that automates high-precision, repetitive tasks, allowing manufacturers to scale operations efficiently and reduce costs. This system helps clients in various sectors, including electronics, automotive, and medical devices, by addressing challenges like labor shortages and quality control issues. Unlike competitors, Bright Machines focuses on providing both hardware and software solutions, creating a recurring revenue model through sales, subscription fees, and support services. The company's goal is to enhance the scalability, flexibility, and economics of manufacturing processes, enabling clients to adapt quickly to market changes.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2018Year Founded
$374.5MTotal Funding
SERIES_CCompany Stage
Industrial & Manufacturing, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Flexible Work Hours
Professional Development Budget
Hybrid Work Options
Remote Work Options

Risks

Closing the Israel R&D center may impact innovation and talent retention.
New CEO Chris Stori might disrupt existing operations and partnerships.
Heavy reliance on major tech companies could limit strategic flexibility.

Differentiation

Bright Machines offers a unique Microfactory solution for software-defined manufacturing.
The company integrates AI-driven software with robotics for high-precision automation.
Bright Machines serves diverse industries, including electronics, automotive, and medical devices.

Upsides

Bright Machines raised $126 million in Series C funding for expansion.
Strategic partnerships with Nvidia and Microsoft enhance technological capabilities.
The trend towards software-defined manufacturing supports Bright Machines' market growth.

Funding

Total raised$374.50 M
Latest valuation$895.00 M
StageSERIES_C
SERIES B
3/31/2022
$100
$895.00 M
SERIES A
9/30/2018
$179
$895.00 M