Mid-Week Tech News Roundup – October 28th to November 1st 2024
29 Oct, 20246 minutesSemble Secures £11.6 Million in Series B Funding to Transform Healthcare ITSemble, a h...
Semble Secures £11.6 Million in Series B Funding to Transform Healthcare IT
Semble, a health tech startup backed by Octopus Ventures and Mercia Ventures, has successfully closed a Series B funding round, raising $15 million (£11.6 million) to fuel its expansion into international markets. Based in London, Semble aims to modernise the outdated clinical systems that many medical providers currently rely on.
According to a recent estimate by the British Medical Association, doctors in England lose over 13 million working hours annually due to inefficient IT systems. Semble addresses this issue with its innovative platform, designed to automate tasks, facilitate secure patient data exchanges, and integrate seamlessly with third-party systems.
“Amplifying the impact of healthcare professionals is central to our mission,” said Semble Co-Founder and CEO Christoph Lippuner. “For too long, they have worked with outdated systems that take them away from what matters most— the patient. We will continue to invest heavily in workflow automation and integrations, positioning Semble at the forefront of AI-driven solutions, and ultimately creating a more connected healthcare ecosystem.”
Lippuner co-founded Semble in 2018 alongside Mikael Landau after successfully selling their previous startup, Orogo, to Just Eat. The Series B funding round was led by Mercia Ventures, with additional contributions from Octopus Ventures, Smedvig Ventures, and Triple Point.
Alex Gwyther from Mercia Ventures commented on the market's growth potential, stating, “The healthcare market is experiencing significant growth, but the industry’s continued reliance on legacy systems poses a real threat to its future. With the founders’ first-hand understanding of the challenges in the healthcare sector and its rapid growth to date, we are in no doubt that Semble is well poised to seize this massive market opportunity.”
Previously known as Heydoc, Semble raised $8.3 million in its Series A funding round in September 2021. With this latest investment, the total funding secured by the company now stands at $27 million.
The Insights Family Strengthens Leadership Team with New Global Strategic Account Director
The Insights Family, a leading global provider of real-time data, research, and insights into kids, parents, and family markets, has announced the appointment of Jack Day as its new Global Strategic Account Director.
Day brings over a decade of experience in the kids’ media and family entertainment industry to his new role. Prior to joining The Insights Family, he served as Commercial Director at Kids Know Best and Head of Partnerships at WildBrain. His expertise in strategic partnerships across licensing, content, toys, and FMCG will be instrumental in driving growth and innovation for The Insights Family’s clients.
“We’re thrilled to welcome Jack to our team,” said Tom Williams, CEO of The Insights Family. “His deep understanding of the industry and his proven track record in building strong client relationships will be invaluable as we continue to expand our global footprint and deliver exceptional value to our clients.”
By surveying over 750,000 family members annually, The Insights Family offers a unique perspective on global trends and local nuances. Clients such as Amazon, BBC, LEGO, and Walmart rely on the company’s insights to make informed decisions and drive growth.
“The Insights Family offers an exceptional suite of real-time insights products that are unrivalled in the market. With the pace of change in consumer behaviour, particularly among young people, access to high-quality, timely insights has never been more critical.” said Jack Day. “I’m excited to collaborate with our partners, help them harness these insights, and drive innovation and growth."
Versori Continues to Grow With The Launch of a New AI Integration Platform, Promising Major Technological Advancement
Versori has announced the official launch of its Generative AI-powered integration and workflow automation platform, marking what it describes as “the largest advancement in integration technology in over 20 years.” The platform combines enterprise-grade integration platform-as-a-service (IPaaS) capabilities with AI agents that generate custom connectors, manage complex workflows, and map data with high accuracy.
Versori's platform leverages AI agents to streamline various aspects of data management, including building custom connectors, orchestrating workflows, and transforming data with high accuracy. This "Generative AI Integrations" feature promises to streamline business processes and improve efficiency.
Founded by industry veterans Sean Brown and Daniel Jones, Versori was established with a mission to simplify data integration. By offering tools designed for easy customisation and fast deployment, Versori empowers businesses to tailor integrations to specific requirements, work with niche APIs or endpoints, and reduce the burden on internal engineering teams.
A LinkedIn live event, hosted by CEO Sean Brown yesterday, delved deeper into the platform’s capabilities and explored its potential impact on the integration landscape. If you're interested in learning more check out the live here
Simpro Group Expands Field Service Software Portfolio with BigChange Acquisition
Simpro Group, a leading provider of field service management solutions, has announced the acquisition of BigChange, a pioneering job management software company based in Leeds, UK. This strategic acquisition marks a significant milestone for Simpro, further enhancing its offerings and expanding its global reach in the field services sector.
Simpro Group is renowned for its comprehensive SaaS solutions tailored for trade and field service businesses, operating alongside other industry leaders like AroFlo and ClockShark. With over 22,000 clients and a workforce of more than 600 employees across North America, Australia, New Zealand, and the UK, Simpro provides tools that empower teams to work smarter and improve operational efficiency.
BigChange, led by CEO Richard Warley, specialises in mobile-first technology and real-time data insights, focusing on job management for asset-heavy industries. The acquisition of BigChange enhances Simpro's ability to deliver a prescriptive, end-to-end approach to field service optimisation, particularly in areas such as vehicle tracking, mobile workforce management, CRM, and advanced scheduling—domains where BigChange excels.
Gary Specter, CEO of Simpro Group, emphasised the importance of this acquisition, stating, “Our acquisition of BigChange is an exciting opportunity to bring together the best of both companies. With the integration, we are not only expanding our portfolio and adding talented employees to our team, but also unifying our approach to field service management across the UK and the globe"
Richard Warley echoed these sentiments, saying, “This acquisition strengthens our ability to continue to innovate and grow. We are excited to see the combined expertise of our teams and complementary technology solutions unlock new possibilities for our customers.”
The merger allows Simpro Group to better meet the evolving demands of customers in asset-heavy environments and those requiring mobile workforce solutions. By leveraging BigChange’s strengths, Simpro aims to provide even greater flexibility and adaptability in its solutions, solidifying its strong position in the field service software space.
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