StayLinked

What StayLinked does

StayLinked is a privately-held software company headquartered in Irvine, California, founded in 1991 (per firmographic records; company history sources reference circa 2003), that builds host-based terminal emulation, industrial browser, and IIoT integration software for enterprise warehouse and supply chain operations. Its three core products — SmartTE (enterprise terminal emulation with patented session persistence), SmartBrowser (an industrial browser for rugged Android devices), and Evolve (a no-code IIoT integration platform for robotics, wearable scanners, and heads-up displays) — connect mobile devices to host-based WMS and ERP systems including SAP, Oracle, Blue Yonder, Körber, and Manhattan Associates, enabling customers to modernize legacy green-screen workflows on touch devices without backend changes. The technical architecture is server-resident and single-server, meaning sessions persist on the StayLinked server rather than the device, which the company claims eliminates dropped sessions during network loss, device reboots, or Wi-Fi/5G transitions and reduces installation time to under 10 minutes.

Name

StayLinked

Legal name

StayLinked Corporation

Website

https://staylinked.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2003

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

StayLinked is a privately-held Irvine, California software company that provides terminal emulation, industrial browser, and no-code IIoT integration software to enterprise warehouse and supply chain operators, enabling legacy WMS modernization on rugged Android devices.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Warehouse Management Software

NAICS

Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151), Custom Computer Programming Services (541511)

SIC

Services-Prepackaged Software (7372), Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373), Services-Computer Programming Services (7371)

akta.pro primary industry

Asset & Maintenance Management (EAM/CMMS) Platforms (HDAEAEAM)

Keywords

• Terminal emulation software
• Warehouse management software
• Industrial browser solutions
• IIoT integration platform
• Session persistence technology

Headquarters

HQ city

Irvine

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Perpetual Software Licensing: StayLinked SmartTE operates on a one-time licensing fee model (Fair Licensing) where customers purchase perpetual licenses that remain valid for the lifecycle of their hardware. Licenses are tied to active connections with the WMS rather than specific devices, providing flexibility for hardware upgrades. This contrasts with forced subscription models common in the industry.
2. Enterprise Software Solutions: StayLinked generates revenue through its three main product lines: SmartTE (terminal emulation), SmartBrowser (industrial browser), and Evolve (IIoT integration platform), each available as licensed software solutions with optional professional services for implementation and support.
3. Professional Services: Implementation, configuration, and certification services provided through certified partners and direct engagement. Includes migration services from legacy TE solutions and custom workflow optimization.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

StayLinked develops and sells enterprise software for connecting mobile devices in warehouse and supply chain environments to host-based systems. Its core offerings include SmartTE terminal emulation with patented session persistence, SmartBrowser industrial browser for web-based warehouse applications, and Evolve, a no-code IIoT integration platform that links robotics, wearable scanners, and heads-up displays to existing warehouse management systems without backend modifications.

Product overview

StayLinked offers a unified portfolio of terminal emulation and IIoT integration solutions for warehouse and supply chain environments. The core product family includes SmartTE (enterprise-grade terminal emulation with session persistence), SmartBrowser (industrial browser for web-based workflows), and Evolve (no-code IIoT integration platform). These products work together to connect mobile devices to host-based and web-based applications while enabling integration with emerging technologies like autonomous mobile robots, wearable scanners, and heads-up displays. The company also provides StayLinked Administrator for centralized management and StayLinked.io for simplified technology adoption. All products are supported by a Fair Licensing model offering perpetual licensing without forced subscriptions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• SmartTE: Enterprise-grade terminal emulation software for connecting mobile devices to host-based systems including SAP, Oracle, and legacy platforms. Features session persistence and seamless roaming across Wi-Fi and 5G networks.
• SmartBrowser
• Evolve

Products and services

• SmartTE

Quantifiable outcome

• Customer retention rate of 91%+ and NPS of 80+
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers20 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration13 records

AI capability2 records

Feature9 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• Zebra TechnologiesflagshipTechnology or IntegrationStayLinked partners with Zebra across their full range of rugged mobile devices including MC9400, WS50 wearable computer, HD4000 head-mounted display, RS5000 ring scanner, TC7X series, and VC8300 vehicle mount computers. Zebra provides the industry's largest range of rugged mobile computers, barcode scanners, and wearable devices. StayLinked supports Zebra's Early Adopter Program and integrates with Zebra Savanna for data analytics.
• Fetch RoboticsflagshipTechnology or IntegrationFetch Robotics leads in on-demand automation with Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) facilitating streamlined manufacturing, fulfillment, and distribution. StayLinked enables Fetch AMRs to integrate with existing WMS systems without coding or scripting, allowing customers to extend telnet warehouse applications with new robotics workflows.
• ProGlovecoreTechnology or IntegrationProGlove manufactures wearable barcode scanners including the MARK family and new MARK Display. StayLinked enables seamless integration of ProGlove devices with existing telnet workflows, eliminating the need for complex integration efforts. Case study with Planzer demonstrates hands-free scanning integration.
• NIMMSTAcoreTechnology or IntegrationNIMMSTA develops user-friendly wearable solutions including the HS 50 backhand scanner with touch display. StayLinked enables touch-enabled freehand scanning into legacy application workflows in minutes, extending telnet warehouse application capabilities to new devices.
• HoneywellflagshipTechnology or IntegrationHoneywell SmartTE is a reliable terminal emulation solution pre-loaded on Honeywell's CW45 rugged wearable mobile computer. StayLinked SmartTE brings SmartLandscape mode, optimized ergonomics, and performance to arm-worn applications, enabling secure high-speed emulation for mobile workers.
• DatalogicflagshipTechnology or IntegrationDatalogic Skorpio X5 comes pre-licensed with StayLinked SmartTE, delivering seamless ready-to-go solutions out of the box. Partnership combines SmartTE's terminal emulation with Datalogic's rugged mobile computing across Skorpio X5, Memor 30-35, CODIScan, and Rhino II devices.
• UrovocoreTechnology or IntegrationStayLinked expanded its device ecosystem by making SmartBrowser compatible with Urovo's ultra-rugged Android mobile computers and tablets including U2, DT50, RT40, and P8100 series devices.
• Scheffer & HillecoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerScheffer & Hille is a specialized IT solutions provider with 30+ years of warehouse technology experience, led by Sebastian Finke. Implemented StayLinked SmartTE and Evolve for customers including APS Germany and Trio Leuchten, ensuring seamless migration with zero downtime.
• OpalTeccoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerOpalTec serves as the implementation partner in the StayLinked support partnership with PD Ports. OpalTec visited the Groveport site to understand operations and identify the best technology to address connectivity challenges.
• Timewise SystemsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRonan Clinton, CEO of Timewise Systems, expressed pride in extending their relationship with StayLinked, indicating a long-standing channel partnership.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• BeyondTrust: BeyondTrust provides remote access and session management solutions for enterprise users, a category that overlaps with StayLinked's session persistence and centralized remote session administration.
• ManageEngine (Zoho): ManageEngine provides unified endpoint management and mobile device management software targeting enterprises with distributed device fleets, competing with StayLinked's centralized mobile administration capabilities.
• TeamViewer: TeamViewer's enterprise connectivity and remote session capabilities compete for the same IT and OT budgets as StayLinked when customers seek reliable mobile-to-host connectivity.
• SOTI: SOTI provides enterprise mobility management with a strong focus on rugged and warehouse mobile devices, overlapping with StayLinked's centralized mobile session and device administration capabilities.
• Rocket Software: Rocket Software offers terminal emulation products (e.g., AccuTerm, MultiView) that bridge legacy host systems to modern endpoints, directly competing with StayLinked's SmartTE in enterprise environments with green-screen backends.
• Ivanti (Wavelink): Ivanti's Wavelink product line is the most direct competitor to StayLinked SmartTE in mobile terminal emulation for warehouse and supply chain environments. StayLinked even ships an EasySetup migration tool specifically targeting Wavelink installations.
• Splashtop: Splashtop delivers remote desktop and application access for business users, overlapping with StayLinked's value proposition of reliable, persistent connectivity between mobile endpoints and host systems.
• Absolute Software (NetMotion): NetMotion, now part of Absolute Software, delivers mobile workforce productivity, connectivity resilience, and analytics for field and warehouse users — directly comparable to StayLinked's session persistence and reliability positioning.

Broad incumbents

• OpenText: OpenText offers terminal emulation products as part of its broader Information Management portfolio, serving similar enterprise customers that need legacy host connectivity from mobile endpoints.
• Tanium: Tanium offers a converged endpoint management platform with real-time visibility and control over large device fleets, broadly competing with StayLinked Administrator's enterprise-grade session and device management.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/StayLinked

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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