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Startup Kandji’s valuation hits $850M after $100M funding round
OUR TAKEKandji, the Apple device management platform founded in 2019, is truly a dark horse in the funding world. In an environment where startups are generally struggling for funding, they effortlessly secured an additional $100 million, with the funds split evenly between equity and debt. Kandji’s…
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OUR TAKEKandji, the Apple device management platform founded in 2019, is truly a dark horse in the funding world. In an environment where startups are generally struggling for funding, they effortlessly secured an additional $100 million, with the funds split evenly between…
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OUR TAKE Kandji, the Apple device management platform founded in 2019, is truly a dark horse in the funding world. In an environment where startups are generally struggling for funding, they effortlessly secured an additional $100 million, with the funds split evenly between equity and debt. Kandji’s growth over the past few years has been astounding, with annual recurring revenue (ARR) soaring sixfold and their customer base skyrocketing to 4,000 global clients. Despite competition from giants like Apple and Jamf, Kandji continues to thrive, with two-thirds of their business each quarter involving replacing existing solutions, while the remaining third comprises new customers entering the device management space for the first time. This momentum is undeniably impressive. –Miurio huang, BTW reporter In a climate where many startups struggle to secure funding, Kandji , an Apple device management platform founded in 2019, stands out. The company recently raised an additional $100 million in funding from General Catalyst , with a 50/50 split between equity and debt. This latest round boosts Kandji’s total funding to over $288 million and elevates its valuation from $800 million in 2021 to $850 million.
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Kandji has made significant strides since its last funding round, notably increasing its annual recurring revenue (ARR) by 600% and quadrupling its customer base to 4,000 global clients. The company has also expanded its reach beyond the United States, with over 30% of its customers and revenue now coming from outside North America. This international growth has been a key factor in Kandji’s recent success. The company has also diversified its offerings, moving from pure device management to include endpoint security. Last year, Kandji launched its endpoint detection and response product, contributing to its substantial ARR growth. CEO and co-founder Adam Pettit notes that the company plans to integrate generative AI capabilities into its products in the coming months, further enhancing its technological edge. Despite competition from Apple and other mobile device management (MDM) vendors like Jamf, Kandji has maintained high win rates against legacy solutions. Pettit highlights that two-thirds of Kandji’s business each quarter involves replacing existing solutions, while the remaining third consists of new customers entering the device management space for the first time. Also read: Apple’s SRU: Ensuring timely device security updates
Key Points
- In a climate where many startups struggle to secure funding, Kandji, an Apple device management platform founded in 2019, stands out.
- Kandji’s success in securing significant funding and achieving robust growth underscores its position as a formidable player in the Apple device management market.
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