Chosen by Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive, the leading publications in the global cold food supply chain and comprehensive supply chain coverage, CADDi secures a spot in this year’s Top Tech Startups. This recognition highlights outstanding software and technology startups shaping the supply chain and logistics landscape.
CADDi’s revolutionary software, CADDi Drawer, stands out as a drawings search tool, optimizing procurement and supply-chain operations through enhanced supplier selection and parts consolidation. The software automatically extracts and digitizes structured data from drawings, encompassing shapes, title block information, and dimensions. Its patented “similar drawing search” function utilizes image-analysis algorithms to identify drawings with similar shapes, facilitating efficient data utilization.
Yushiro Kato, Co-founder and CEO of CADDi, expressed gratitude for the recognition, stating, “We are honored to be acknowledged as a top innovator in the manufacturing and supply chain space. At CADDi, our mission is to unlock the full potential of manufacturing, and this accolade reinforces our dedication to transforming the industry through innovative AI-enabled solutions. We eagerly anticipate showcasing our initiatives on the Innovation Stage at Manifest’s 2024 event.”
Among the winners, AI-powered automation remains prominent, claiming 46% of the total, up from last year’s 35%. Other notable technologies include AI, smart data capture, and real-time transportation management, accounting for 41%, 33%, and 29%, respectively. The awarded startups span revenue ranges from $1 million to $20 million, with some launching operations as early as 2000.
Marina Mayer, Editor-in-Chief of Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive, highlights the disruptive potential of today’s startups in the logistics space. These startups are focused on innovation, addressing challenges related to sustainability, visibility, food safety, and the last mile. Initiatives include real-time tracking, carbon footprint solutions, and the development of robotics and wearables to enhance the safe and efficient movement of products. Mayer emphasizes that the future of the supply chain industry is unfolding now, urging the spotlight on these startup initiatives.
This year’s award recipients will also be profiled on FoodLogistics.com and SDCExec.com. Go to https://foodl.me/5z0zecqd to view the complete list of Top Tech Startup winners.
About CADDi
CADDi is a global manufacturing company on a mission to “unleash the potential of manufacturing.” The company strives to transform the manufacturing industry through its primary offering, “CADDi Drawer,” an AI-enabled drawing management system, helping further unlock the potential of manufacturing by significantly improving the efficiency of procurement teams.
About Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive
Food Logistics reaches more than 26,000 supply chain executives in the global food and beverage industries, including executives in the food sector (growers, producers, manufacturers, wholesalers, and grocers) and the logistics section (transportation, warehousing, distribution, software, and technology) who share a mutual interest in the operations and business aspects of the global cold food supply chain. Supply & Demand Chain Executive is the only supply chain publication covering the entire global supply chain, focusing on trucking, warehousing, packaging, procurement, risk management, professional development, and more. Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive also operate SCN Summit and Women in Supply Chain Forum. Go to www.FoodLogistics.com and www.SDCExec.com to learn more.