Funding Obtained from Zebra Ventures for RFID Technology in Software Development
In a strategic move aimed at accelerating Industry 4.0 adoption, Zebra Ventures, the corporate venture capital arm of Zebra Technologies, has invested in Xemelgo, a cloud-based RFID software company. This investment will enable Xemelgo to advance its AI-driven platform, integrating seamlessly with Zebra's hardware, and expand into new vertical markets[1][2][4].
Rich Rogers, Co-Founder and CEO of Xemelgo, is committed to helping customers achieve greater visibility, efficiency, and accuracy through intelligent automation. His vision aligns with that of Andy Zosel, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Intelligent Automation at Zebra Technologies, who views Xemelgo as a clear innovator in smart manufacturing[1][5].
The investment from Zebra Ventures will support Xemelgo's expansion into new industries, enhancing its AI capabilities, and growing its development team[1][2][4]. This strategic partnership will allow Xemelgo to provide turnkey RFID solutions that deliver real-time inventory tracking, predictive maintenance, supply chain transparency, and automated manufacturing workflows[1][2][4].
Xemelgo's software integrates easily with Zebra's hardware, including RFID readers, mobile computers, and printers[1][2][4]. This integration will enable clients to improve inventory accuracy, reduce production delays (30% reduction reported), and minimize manual processes[2][4].
The company's AI-driven platform is already being used in over 100 factories, including Yamaha and SEKISUI Aerospace, achieving 99.8% inventory accuracy[1]. Xemelgo's commitment to intelligent automation extends to plans to deepen embedding into industrial workflows and help businesses reduce waste while gaining real-time insights for smarter decision-making[2][4].
In the retail sector, Xemelgo plans to showcase its RFID solutions, including real-time inventory and supply chain visibility, at industry events like NRF 2025[5]. This move is part of the company's strategy to expand beyond manufacturing and into retail and supply chain sectors.
Tony Palcheck, Vice President of Zebra Ventures, is involved in this investment in Xemelgo. The investment aims to support Xemelgo’s expansion into new verticals, enhance its AI capabilities, and meet rising demand for intelligent automation and real-time operational visibility[1][2][4].
Andy Zosel, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Intelligent Automation at Zebra Technologies, stated that this investment supports Zebra Technologies' strategy to accelerate intelligent automation and real-time visibility across industrial operations[3]. Xemelgo's platform complements Zebra's product portfolio, providing a powerful combination for businesses seeking to digitally transform their operations[5].
In conclusion, the investment from Zebra Ventures will empower Xemelgo to drive innovation that empowers businesses to improve their operations every day[2]. With a focus on AI, cloud technologies, and RFID, Xemelgo is well-positioned to meet the growing demand from manufacturers prioritizing digital transformation and connected factory initiatives[1][2][4].
[1] https://www.xemelgo.com/ [2] https://www.zebra.com/ [3] https://www.zebra.com/us/en/about-us/newsroom/press-releases/press-releases/2022/zebra-ventures-invests-in-xemelgo-to-enhance-ai-capabilities-and-expand-into-new-industries.html [4] https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/zebra-ventures-invests-in-xemelgo-to-accelerate-ai-enabled-automation-solutions-301580659.html [5] https://www.nrf.com/events/nrf-2025
Venture capital financing from Zebra Ventures will help Xemelgo grow its development team and expand into new industries, such as retail and supply chain sectors. This investment will enable Xemelgo to enhance its AI capabilities and offer turnkey RFID solutions that integrate with Zebra's hardware for real-time inventory tracking and automated manufacturing workflows.
With the support from Zebra Ventures, Xemelgo plans to deepen embedding into industrial workflows, reducing waste while providing businesses with real-time insights for smarter decision-making, complementing Zebra's product portfolio, and driving innovation that empowers businesses to improve their operations every day.
