Pathmind

Pathmind was an AI-driven technology company that focused on optimizing industrial operations, supply chains, and mining processes through deep reinforcement learning.

The company offered a cloud-based platform designed to integrate with existing simulation software, enabling users to automate the discovery of optimal control policies. Founded in 2014 by Chris Nicholson, Pathmind aimed to help industrial engineers, simulation modelers, and operations managers achieve significant performance gains of 10-20% in various sectors, including manufacturing, logistics, and energy management. The company was backed by notable investors such as Y Combinator and Tencent, raising approximately $17.8 million during its operation. Despite its innovative approach and strong support, Pathmind is no longer operational, having closed around 2019.