BrightAI
BrightAI is a San Francisco-based company founded in 2019 by Alex Hawkinson, who previously served as CEO of SmartThings. The company focuses on transforming critical infrastructure management through proactive, AI-driven operations. Its core offering, the Stateful platform, enables real-time monitoring, predictive diagnostics, and autonomous workflows for essential services. The Stateful platform integrates purpose-built hardware sensors, edge AI processing, cloud services, and autonomous robotics to create intelligent, self-monitoring infrastructure. BrightAI's solutions include autonomous inspection using drones and robotics, workforce wearables for real-time asset monitoring, and digital twins that facilitate smarter decision-making through simulation and automation. The company serves B2B enterprise customers across various sectors, including water and power utilities, HVAC systems, and manufacturing plants, helping them enhance productivity and asset quality.