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Uptake
AddedFeb 13, 2024
UpdatedJun 28, 2026
Uptake

Uptake

Uptake Technologies: A Chicago-based AI company providing software to optimize operations via data insights.

HQ
Chicago, IL, US
Founded
2014
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Founded in 2014 by Brad Keywell, Uptake Technologies is an industrial artificial intelligence company based in Chicago, Illinois. The company's core mission is to transform underutilized data into actionable insights that optimize asset and process-intensive operations. Uptake offers a range of software solutions, including an Asset Performance Management application and a fully managed platform, with a focus on predictive analytics to enhance operational efficiency. Serving customers worldwide, Uptake leverages data science and machine learning to provide industry-specific content and insights.

Notable affiliated individuals include founder Brad Keywell, a recognized entrepreneur in the tech industry. Uptake has attracted significant investment from prominent venture capital firms, contributing to its rapid growth and innovation. Key achievements include the development of advanced predictive maintenance tools, such as Tire Insights, which help maximize fleet uptime by detecting issues like leaks and sensor malfunctions early. Overall, Uptake has made a substantial impact on industrial operations by enabling companies to harness data for improved performance and reliability.

Uptake - Quick Facts

When was Uptake founded?

Uptake was founded in 2014.

Where is Uptake's headquarters located?

Uptake's headquarters is located in Chicago, IL, US.

How much has Uptake raised to-date?

As of Mar 25, 2019, Uptake has raised a total of $218M (USD).

How many employees does Uptake have?

Uptake has 250 employees as of Feb 4, 2024.

Uptake - Classification

Ownership
  • Venture Capital
Technology
  • AI
  • Machine Learning
Geographic Exposure
  • Global
Model
  • Platform
Revenue
  • Recurring
  • SaaS
Customer
  • Enterprise
Main Product
  • Analytics
  • Software
Tags
  • AI Operations
  • DataOps
NAICS
  • 540000Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
  • 541500Computer Systems Design and Related Services
  • 541000Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
  • 541510Computer Systems Design and Related Services
  • 541511Custom Computer Programming Services
SIC
  • 7300Business Services
  • 7370Computer Programming, Data Processing, And Other Computer Related
  • 7371Computer Programming Services
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NAICS
  • 334100Computer and Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing
  • 513200Software Publishers
  • 518000Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services
  • 518200Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services
  • 330000Manufacturing
  • 510000Information
  • 334000Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
  • 513000Publishing Industries
  • 334110Computer and Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing
  • 513210Software Publishers
  • 518210Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services
SIC
  • 5700Home Furniture, Furnishings, And Equipment Stores
  • 5730Radio, Television, Consumer Electronics, And Music Stores
  • 5734Computer And Computer Software Stores
  • 7372Prepackaged Software
  • 7379Computer Related Services, Not Elsewhere Classified