Zum
Founded Year
2014Stage
Grant - III | AliveTotal Raised
$422.56MLast Raised
$32M | 4 mos agoMosaic Score The Mosaic Score is an algorithm that measures the overall financial health and market potential of private companies.
+79 points in the past 30 days
About Zum
Zum offers transportation services using an integrated platform that includes electric vehicle fleets, analytics-driven operations, and apps for tracking and management. Zum primarily serves the education sector, catering to the needs of schools, districts, and parents. It was founded in 2014 and is based in Redwood City, California.
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Zum's Products & Differentiators
Zum Home to School
Only end to end cloud based solution to connect all stakeholders and workflows in student transportation
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Expert Collections containing Zum
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Zum is included in 3 Expert Collections, including Unicorns- Billion Dollar Startups.
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Zum Patents
Zum has filed 12 patents.
The 3 most popular patent topics include:
- graphical user interface elements
- sustainable transport
- race and intelligence controversy
Application Date | Grant Date | Title | Related Topics | Status |
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12/4/2023 | 9/10/2024 | Grant |
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Latest Zum News
Sep 23, 2024
Mo 23.09.2024 - 09:10 Am 2. und 3. Oktober 2024 lädt der Pro-AV-Distributor Stilus in Uster zum Event "New Work – Agile Arbeitsumgebung der Zukunft". Dort präsentieren Experten die neuesten Hardware- und Softwarelösungen, die einen modernen Arbeitsplatz heutzutage ausmachen. Am 2. und 3. Oktober 2024 lädt der Pro-AV-Distributor Stilus in Uster zum Event "New Work – Agile Arbeitsumgebung der Zukunft". (Source: Headway/Unsplash.com) Am 2. und 3. Oktober 2024 lädt der Pro-AV-Distributor Stilus in Uster zum Event "New Work – Agile Arbeitsumgebung der Zukunft". (Source: Headway/Unsplash.com) Am 2. und 3. Oktober 2024 veranstaltet der Pro-AV-Distributor Stilus in Uster den Event "New Work – Agile Arbeitsumgebung der Zukunft". In diesem Rahmen will Stilus die neuesten Innovationen und Trends vorstellen, welche die Arbeitswelt nachhaltig verändern und den Arbeitsplatz in eine agile Arbeitsumgebung verwandeln sollen. Der Event bietet laut Beschreibung auf der Website ausserdem eine Plattform, um modernste Hardware- und Softwarelösungen vor Ort kennenzulernen und mit Lieferanten und Branchenteilnehmern zu netzwerken. Die Veranstaltung beginnt an beiden Tagen jeweils um 9 Uhr mit einem Empfang, bei dem Kaffee und Gipfeli gereicht werden. Die Vorträge starten um 9:30 Uhr. Teilnehmer haben die Möglichkeit, ihr Programm individuell zusammenzustellen und zwischen verschiedenen Referaten und Workshops zu wählen. Hier geht es zum Download des Programmflyers . Zu den Highlights der Veranstaltung gehören demnach Vorträge wie "MTR vs BYOM: Microsoft Teams Rooms vs. Bring Your Own Meeting", ein weiterer Vortrag widmet sich dem Thema "BYOM – Wireless und sorgenfrei", in dem Airtame seine Lösung für drahtloses Screensharing vorstellt. Im Bereich der Arbeitsplatzverwaltung zeigt Humly, wie Co-Working Spaces und Meetingräume optimal genutzt werden können. Shure und Garvan präsentieren Lösungen zur Verbesserung der Audioqualität in AV-Konferenzen, während Wyrestorm die Standards und Einsatzmöglichkeiten von HDMI, AVoIP, USB-C und HDBT3.0 erklärt. Zudem gibt es einen Vortrag über die richtige und einfache Berechnung der optimalen Hörumgebung. Workshops und Networking Neben Vorträgen bietet der Anlass auch praxisnahe Workshops. Ein Workshop beschäftigt sich etwa mit der Berechnung der korrekten Anzeigegrösse für verschiedene Anwendungen, während ein anderer die Integration und Montage von Quellgeräten zeigt. Weitere Workshops behandeln Themen wie die Konfiguration eines Netzwerkswitches in der AV-Welt und modulare Halterungskonzepte für den Arbeitsplatz. Für das leibliche Wohl der Teilnehmer sei ebenfalls gesorgt, verspricht Stilus: Ein reichhaltiger Lunch und ein abschliessender Apéro bieten Gelegenheit zum Networking und Austausch mit Fachkollegen. Lesen Sie hier , was Novis-CEO Steven Mettler im Interview über die Entwicklung des Distributors sagte, zu dem auch Stilus gehört. Zum Thema
Zum Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When was Zum founded?
Zum was founded in 2014.
Where is Zum's headquarters?
Zum's headquarters is located at 275 Shoreline Drive, Redwood City.
What is Zum's latest funding round?
Zum's latest funding round is Grant - III.
How much did Zum raise?
Zum raised a total of $422.56M.
Who are the investors of Zum?
Investors of Zum include EPA Clean School Bus Program, Sequoia Capital, Spark Capital, SoftBank, GIC and 15 more.
Who are Zum's competitors?
Competitors of Zum include EverDriven, Bus.com, BusRight, RideTandem, MyShule and 7 more.
What products does Zum offer?
Zum's products include Zum Home to School and 3 more.
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MyShule is a school transportation platform focused on enhancing the safety and efficiency of student travel within the education sector. The company offers a comprehensive solution that includes real-time vehicle tracking, trip scheduling and optimization, and a communication system for parents to stay informed about their children's transportation. MyShule primarily serves educational institutions and transport providers, aiming to improve educational equity through reliable student mobility. It was founded in 2016 and is based in Nairobi, Kenya.
GoKid is a company that focuses on providing carpooling solutions, primarily in the education sector. The company offers a platform that facilitates efficient carpool management for schools, districts, and families, with features such as live tracking and GPS. GoKid primarily serves the education industry, with its services being used by public schools, private schools, and charter schools. It was founded in 2015 and is based in New York, New York.
trackNOW specializes in real-time Global Positioning System (GPS) tracking solutions and fleet management for various sectors. The company offers a suite of services that enable organizations to monitor vehicle locations, manage fleet operations, and analyze driver behavior using artificial intelligence (AI) based tools. It primarily serves industries such as logistics, education, healthcare, agriculture, construction, and energy, providing tailored solutions for each sector's tracking needs. It was founded in 2016 and is based in Ahmedabad, India.
Transpooler is a company that focuses on providing school bus tracking and service monitoring solutions in the education sector. The company offers a mobile application that allows schools and parents to track school buses, receive important notifications, and monitor speed limits without the need for GPS devices. The application also facilitates communication between bus matrons, schools, and parents. It is based in Egypt.
BusRight specializes in school bus management solutions within the transportation sector. The company offers a platform that enhances student safety, streamlines bus communication, and manages bus routes efficiently. BusRight primarily serves the education sector, partnering with school administrators, families, and bus companies. It was founded in 2017 and is based in Boston, Massachusetts.
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