Cision

Media distribution and public relations software

Chicago, Illinois, United States

About Cision

Cision provides media distribution and public relations software to a variety of clients, including businesses, PR agencies, and media professionals. Its platform allows users to share their stories widely, target specific audiences, and engage effectively with them. Cision is recognized by journalists, influencers, and media outlets around the world, making it a preferred choice for communication needs. The company operates on a subscription-based revenue model, offering different packages to suit various client requirements. Additionally, Cision conducts research, such as the annual State of the Media Report, to deliver valuable insights to its users. It operates in the fields of public relations, media monitoring, and communication analytics, serving both large enterprises and small businesses.

Chicago, IllinoisHeadquarters
1866Year Founded
$15.9MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Consulting, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Risks

Integration challenges may arise from the acquisition of Factmata.
Increasing competition in the PR software market pressures Cision to innovate.
Subscription-based revenue model exposes Cision to financial risks during economic downturns.

Differentiation

Cision's acquisition of Factmata enhances its capabilities in combating fake news.
New analytics dashboards improve PR professionals' ability to demonstrate earned media impact.
Cision's global reach and diverse client base strengthen its market position.

Upsides

AI-driven narrative monitoring tools enhance Cision's media monitoring capabilities.
Intuitive data presentation tools differentiate Cision in a competitive PR software market.
Growing importance of influencer outreach presents expansion opportunities for Cision.

Funding

Total raised$15.86 M
Latest valuation$2.70 B
StageIPO
BUYOUT
1/31/2020
$2.7 K
$2.70 B