Zūm

Tech-driven school transportation solutions

Redwood City, California, United States

About Zūm

Zum provides a transportation solution specifically designed for school children, focusing on efficiency and environmental sustainability. The company operates a fleet that includes electric vehicles, aiming to reduce carbon emissions in school transportation. Zum's platform utilizes analytics to optimize operations, featuring an app that allows parents, drivers, and schools to track the location of buses and students in real-time. This enhances safety and provides transparency, while also saving time and costs for both schools and parents. Additionally, the platform offers tools for drivers and operators to manage fleets and staffing, ensuring optimized routes and individual student care. Zum differentiates itself from competitors through its commitment to safety, transparency, and sustainability, as well as its focus on cost and time savings. The company's goal is to create a reliable and eco-friendly transportation service that meets the needs of students, parents, and schools.

Redwood City, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2014Year Founded
$358.7MTotal Funding
GRANTCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, Automotive & TransportationIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Competitive compensation, including cash and equity
Medical, dental and vision benefits, including paid membership to One Medical
Unlimited vacation policy
Free daily catered lunches + fully stocked kitchen at HQ

Risks

Driver shortages may impact service reliability despite hiring incentives.
Integration of Zum's platform for special education students may face operational challenges.
Reliance on electric vehicles poses risks if electricity supply is disrupted.

Differentiation

Zum uses advanced analytics to optimize school transportation operations.
The company offers a transparent app for tracking buses and students in real-time.
Zum's fleet includes electric vehicles, promoting sustainability and cost savings.

Upsides

Zum's partnership with Omaha Public Schools showcases its scalable technology platform.
Recognition by Fortune and CNBC boosts Zum's brand credibility and investor interest.
Electric buses with bidirectional charging offer new revenue streams through energy storage.

Funding

Total raised$358.74 M
Latest valuation$1.30 B
StageGRANT