What CIPAM does

CIPAM is a French industrial-identification integrator, distributor and software publisher founded in 1993 and headquartered near Clermont-Ferrand. The company designs, deploys and maintains end-to-end traceability solutions that combine RFID (UHF/HF/LF, passive and active), RTLS (BLE/UWB), industrial barcode and vision systems, direct-part laser marking (DPM), and IoT sensors, integrated with custom middleware and ERP/WMS/MES connectors. Its solution portfolio spans turnkey offerings such as RFID portals and tunnels, connected forklifts, RFID palletization control, reusable container tracking, automated labeling robots, RTLS asset and personnel geolocation, plus sector-specific compliance packages for aerospace (ATA Spec 2000, FOD), rail (GS1 ID Rail), pharmaceutical serialization and UDI, and the incoming EU Digital Product Passport (DPP). The business serves 1,000+ customers across 12 verticals with 400+ equipped sites and operates from offices in Clermont-Ferrand, Paris, Montpellier, western France and Luxembourg.

The revenue model blends hardware distribution (Zebra, Omron, Honeywell, Cognex, CAB, RAVE, Toshiba TEC and others), professional services across the project lifecycle (consulting, prototyping, integration, installation, maintenance), and an expanding subscription/rental layer that converts CAPEX into OPEX (e.g., RFID tunnels from €285/month, connected forklifts from €308/month). Pricing is largely project-specific, but standardized monthly rental tiers, a €100 minimum billing threshold, and a UGAP public-procurement listing supplement the direct enterprise field-sales motion. CIPAM is ISO 9001 certified, holds MESRI CII (Crédit d'Impôt Innovation) accreditation enabling clients to claim R&D tax credits, and earned an Ecovadis Bronze Medal in 2025. Vincent Routaboul serves as Managing Director; ownership is private (S.A.S. with €127,000 capital), with no external institutional investors or parent company disclosed.

Name

CIPAM

Legal name

CIPAM S.A.S.

Website

https://cipam.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1993

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

CIPAM is a French industrial-traceability integrator and software publisher (founded 1993, ~40 staff, €6M+ revenue) that deploys RFID, RTLS, barcode, vision and laser-marking solutions with custom ERP/WMS/MES middleware for manufacturers, logistics, aerospace, rail, pharma and public-sector clients.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Traceability and Automatic Identification

NAICS

Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables (334513), Custom Computer Programming Services (541511)

SIC

Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373)

akta.pro primary industry

Robotic Process Automation (RPA) & Hyperautomation Platforms (HDAEAKAF)

Keywords

• Industrial traceability solutions
• RFID automatic identification
• RTLS asset tracking
• Direct part marking laser
• Industrial software integration

Headquarters

HQ city

Clermont-ferrand

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Hardware and equipment sales: CIPAM distributes a wide range of equipment including RFID readers, antennas, tags, labels, barcode readers, PDA terminals, RTLS hardware, printers, vision systems, and laser marking equipment sourced from manufacturers such as Zebra, Omron, and others. Sales are one-time transactions, with equipment complemented by software, integration, and maintenance services.
2. Professional services (consulting, integration, installation, maintenance): Full project lifecycle services including needs analysis, consulting, prototyping, equipment integration, on-site installation, and ongoing maintenance and support. The company operates as a single point of contact covering conseil, matériel, logiciel, and intégration. Custom software development and industrial application development are also offered as professional services.
3. Rental and leasing financing: CIPAM offers technological leasing and rental financing for traceability solutions, enabling customers to convert CAPEX to OPEX. Solutions are available from €16.50 excl. tax/month for devices like the ZEBRA TC22 PDA, €49.90 excl. tax/month for ZEBRA ZT411 printers, €285 excl. tax/month for RFID tunnels, and €420 excl. tax/month for palletization control. This rental model supports immediate ROI and budget predictability.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

CIPAM is an integrator, distributor, and software publisher specialized in industrial traceability and automatic identification. The company equips factories, warehouses, and logistics sites with turnkey RFID, RTLS (BLE/UWB), industrial barcode and Direct Part Marking (laser/micro-percussion) systems, and complements them with its own industrial middleware, custom business applications (ERP, WMS, MES, GMAO, GTC), and end-to-end services covering project analysis, modeling, prototyping, on-site installation, and ongoing maintenance.

Product overview

CIPAM is an integrator, distributor, and software publisher specializing in industrial traceability, RFID, RTLS, barcode, and vision-based identification. Its offering is organized as a multi-solution portfolio of branded/own-brand products, hardware categories, and professional services. The core solution layer includes turnkey offerings such as RFID Portals (Portique RFID), RFID Tunnels, Mobile RFID Inventory Terminals, Connected Forklifts, RFID Palletization Control, Reusable Container Management, Compliance Detection Systems, RTLS Asset Geolocation, Personnel Location, Asset Identification, Industrial Laser Marking (DPM), Automatic Labeling Robots, and sector-specific solutions for Aerospace (ATA Spec 2000), Rail (GS1 ID Rail), Pharmaceutical (UDI/Serialization), and Digital Product Passports (DPP). The product distribution layer covers RFID equipment (readers, antennas, tags), Barcode/RFID Label Printers, Barcode Readers/PDAs/Terminals, RTLS hardware, Vision Systems & Barcode Verifiers (including Omron VHV5-F), Laser Marking equipment, and own-brand Linerless Labels and consumables (Labels, Ribbons). Underpinning both layers, CIPAM offers custom software development (Custom Business Applications, Industrial Middleware/ERP-WMS-MES connectors) and a full lifecycle service suite (Project Analysis, Modeling & Prototyping, Equipment Integration, On-Site Installation, Maintenance & After-Sales). The company also provides financing/rental options (CAPEX-to-OPEX conversion) to support deployment.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• CIPAM Linerless Labels: Linerless labels that reduce waste and increase efficiency by eliminating liner support and reducing roll changes. Up to 50% more labels per roll with no liner to dispose of.

Products and services

• RFID Portique (RFID Gateway) Standalone RFID portal/gateway solution for detecting tagged items as they pass through a defined zone, integrated into CIPAM's tracking software and customer ERP/WMS.
• RFID Tunnel Tunnel-style RFID reading enclosure used in logistics and production lines to capture tags on cases, cartons or pallets in motion.
• Mobile RFID Inventory Terminal Mobile handheld terminal used by operators to perform RFID inventory, locate tagged items, and feed traceability data into the customer's information system.
• Reusable Container Management Solution for tracking and managing returnable industrial containers (pallets, boxes, racks) using RFID to monitor stock, location and rotation.
• RFID Palletization Control RFID-based control of palletization operations to ensure correct composition, count, and traceability of pallets before shipment.
• Connected Forklift Solution that connects forklifts for real-time identification of loads and movement, combining RFID reading with industrial software for traceability and productivity.
• Compliance Detection System Vision/identification compliance system that automatically checks presence and conformity of marking or labeling on industrial products.
• Automatic Labeling Robot Automated robotic labeling solution that applies traceability labels to products in line with industrial processes.
• RTLS Asset Geolocation Real-time location system (using BLE/UWB) for tracking industrial assets across production sites and warehouses.
• Personnel Location RTLS-based personnel location solution for real-time visibility of staff in industrial environments, in support of safety and traceability operations.
• Industrial Laser Marking (Direct Part Marking) Direct part marking service/offering using laser and micro-percussion technology to permanently identify industrial parts with serial numbers, codes or 2D datamatrix.
• RFID Tool Tracking RFID-based tracking solution for industrial tooling and equipment to prevent loss, monitor usage and ensure traceability of small assets.
• Digital Product Passport (DPP) Solution Compliance solution bundling identification, data aggregation and traceability tools to meet European Digital Product Passport obligations for industrial products.
• Aerospace Traceability Solution Verticalized industrial traceability offering for aerospace manufacturers, combining DPM, RFID, vision and quality controls with aerospace-grade data retention.
• Rail Traceability Solution (GS1 ID Rail) Identification and traceability solution for rail operators aligned with the GS1 ID Rail standard, supporting marking, identification and tracking of rail equipment.
• Pharmaceutical Traceability Solution Serialization, in-line identification and traceability offering for pharmaceutical manufacturers and packers, integrating marking, vision and software layers for compliance reporting.
• Industrial Software / Middleware Proprietary industrial middleware and business applications (ERP, WMS, MES, GMAO, GTC connectors) that decouple customer business software from identification hardware and enable technology swap.
• Custom Business Applications Bespoke business applications developed by CIPAM for industrial traceability use cases, typically tailored to customer processes and integrated with ERP/WMS/MES.
• CIPAM Linerless Labels CIPAM's own-brand linerless (liner-free) industrial labels, distributed as consumables for industrial printing and labeling.
• RFID Labels and Tags CIPAM-distributed RFID labels and tags used as consumables in industrial traceability deployments.
• Omron VHV5-F Compact DPM Reader Ultra-compact Omron DPM reader introduced and distributed by CIPAM for industrial direct part marking identification.
• Project Analysis & Consulting Front-end consulting and feasibility study service, including audit of customer needs and process, recommended architectures, and business case definition for traceability projects.
• Modeling & Prototyping Design and prototyping service for traceability solutions, including functional and technical modeling prior to full deployment.
• Equipment Integration Multi-vendor integration service that connects CIPAM and partner hardware (RFID, RTLS, vision, DPM, robotic labeling) with customer ERP/WMS/MES through CIPAM middleware.
• On-Site Installation On-site deployment service performed by CIPAM teams to physically install identification hardware and software in customer sites.
• Maintenance & After-Sales Service Ongoing maintenance and after-sales support contracts covering hardware, software and deployed traceability solutions.
• Technology Rental Rental/leasing program that lets customers acquire identification and traceability hardware and software under monthly OPEX pricing instead of upfront CAPEX.

Quantifiable outcome

• Shipping errors reduced by 99% at Limagrain after RFID tunnel deployment
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments12 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature8 records

Partnerships

17 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Zebra TechnologiescoreTechnology or IntegrationCIPAM is a premier solution partner of Zebra Technologies, distributing Zebra's full range of RFID readers, mobile computers (TC22), and industrial label printers (ZT411). The partnership includes almost 30 years of collaboration, with CIPAM offering hardware selection, integration, and maintenance services. Zebra's EU RED 18031 compliance (August 2025) requires configuration support that CIPAM provides to customers.
• OmroncoreTechnology or IntegrationCIPAM distributes Omron's vision and barcode verification systems, including the VHV5-F verifier for industrial code reading and verification, and LVS (Microscan) verifiers. CIPAM also acquired the barcode verifier business of BIBUS France, strengthening its verification capabilities.
• Actemium (Vinçotte/XELIUS Group)minorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerActemium comprises 300 companies dedicated to industrial processes operating globally. CIPAM collaborates with Actemium on joint traceability and automation projects for industrial customers.
• MyRFIDSolutionminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMyRFIDSolution is a cluster of companies based on pooling knowledge and skills to offer customers complete industrial traceability solutions. CIPAM participates as a member offering RFID expertise.
• ConnectwaveminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerConnectwave is an experimentation and use platform dedicated to connected objects and contactless technologies (RFID, NFC). CIPAM is a Connectwave AuRA ambassador, participating in technology demonstration and industry collaboration.
• Connectwave AuRA AmbassadorminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCIPAM serves as an ambassador for Connectwave in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, promoting RFID and IoT technologies through the platform.
• RAIN RFID AllianceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCIPAM is a member of the RAIN RFID Alliance, a global organization promoting universal adoption of RAIN (UHF RFID) technology using the GS1 UHF Gen2 protocol (ISO/IEC 18000-63). RAIN links UHF RFID to the cloud for data storage and sharing.
• Afnor GroupminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCIPAM is recognized as a leading integrator and specifier for major identification equipment manufacturers. Afnor's extensive experience validates CIPAM's technical expertise and market standing. CIPAM's Managing Director, Vincent Routaboul, serves as an AFNOR expert in the CN31 commission since 2015.
• Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes RegionminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Region supports CIPAM's growth, innovation, and industrialization strategy, strengthening the company's ability to design and deploy traceability solutions at the service of Industry 4.0 for regional industrial players.
• Aerospace Cluster Auvergne-Rhône-AlpesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAerospace Cluster Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes brings together companies, laboratories, and training centers specializing in aerospace and defense technologies. CIPAM participates in this cluster for aerospace traceability solutions.
• CAP'TRONIC (JESSICA FRANCE / CEA / Bpifrance)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCAP'TRONIC, run by JESSICA FRANCE Association (founded by CEA and Bpifrance) with over 1,000 SME members, helps French companies improve competitiveness through electronic solutions. CIPAM participates to advance traceability and identification in electronics-focused SMEs.
• French FabminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFrench Fab is the collective brand representing French industry. CIPAM is part of French Fab, aligning with the national movement for industry modernization and digitalization.
• DCF (Dirigeants Commerciaux de France)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDCF is a network of sales managers and SME heads organizing regional and national events to develop sales culture in France. CIPAM participates in this professional network.
• ENE (Entreprendre en Nouvelle-Europe)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCIPAM is an ENE partner in the 'Osez l'industrie du futur' (Dare the Industry of the Future) program, supporting digital transformation and Industry 4.0 adoption among regional companies.
• OVHminorOthersOVH is the hosting provider for CIPAM's website (cipam.com), providing server infrastructure, load balancing (SERVERID cookie), and web hosting services.
• UGAP (Union des Groupements d'Achats Publics)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCIPAM is referenced on UGAP as a listed editor for software, IoT, data, and traceability solutions. This enables government agencies and public institutions to procure CIPAM's solutions through the UGAP public procurement framework.
• CELAB-EuropeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCELAB-Europe is a sectoral initiative working to establish dedicated collection and recycling channels for label liner materials. CIPAM directs clients to CELAB-Europe for liner recycling solutions.

Scale indicators8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• HID Global: Global identification solutions provider spanning RFID tags, readers and location services for industrial and asset tracking. Comparable technology stack to CIPAM's RFID/RTLS offerings but with much larger scale and broader industry coverage.
• Zebra Technologies: Global leader in RFID, barcode and mobile computing hardware, and CIPAM's premier technology partner. Comparable as a provider of enterprise identification hardware and Zebra's growing services/software portfolio, but operates at vastly larger scale and competes with CIPAM's integration services in some accounts.
• Systech (formerly Markem-Imaje brand traceability): Provider of serialization, track-and-trace and vision-based packaging inspection for regulated industries. Comparable scope in pharma and industrial serialization, but as part of a much broader product line owned by Dover Corporation.

Direct peers

• Domino Printing Sciences: UK-based manufacturer of industrial coding, marking and serialization systems with strong European industrial customer overlap. Comparable to CIPAM in laser marking, DPM and industrial identification, particularly in regulated industries (pharma, food, beverage).
• OPTEL Group: Canadian-headquartered global traceability and serialization specialist serving pharma, food and beverage, and industrial supply chains. Highly comparable as a multi-vertical track-and-trace solutions provider with software, hardware integration and consulting services, competing head-to-head for serialization and DPP mandates.
• Covectra: Serialization and track-and-trace solutions provider focused on pharmaceutical and consumer goods supply chains. Closely comparable to CIPAM's pharma serialization offering, often competing for the same UDI and DSCSA mandates.
• Aucxis: Belgian industrial RFID and traceability integrator with deep European footprint. Direct competitor offering RFID gates, tunnels and asset tracking solutions to manufacturing and logistics customers across Benelux and adjacent markets.
• Kezzler: Norwegian-Dutch serialization and traceability platform serving consumer goods, pharma and industrial OEMs. Direct competitor for digital product passport, item-level serialization and supply-chain transparency mandates, with comparable enterprise integration capabilities.

Regional players

• ATS Global: Dutch-German industrial automation and MES/digitalization integrator with manufacturing traceability competencies. Comparable as a European industrial systems integrator targeting smart factory and Industry 4.0 projects, though with broader software focus.
• Actemium (VINCI Energies): Network of 300 industrial process integrators across Europe, an existing CIPAM partner. Comparable as a multi-site European industrial integrator that CIPAM both partners and competes with on traceability and automation projects for industrial customers.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/cipamid
• Xx.com/cipam_identific
• Facebookfacebook.com/cipamidentification

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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