GAINSystems builds AI-driven supply chain optimization software for manufacturers, distributors and retailers. Founded in 1971, the company applies artificial intelligence, machine learning and established optimization algorithms to problems in inventory optimization, demand planning and order execution, with the stated aim of improving profit, service levels and resilience. It operates worldwide and has been owned by the private equity firm Francisco Partners since 2022.
Its main product, the GAINS Decision Engineering and Orchestration (DEO) platform, integrates decision-making across time horizons, from strategic network design through to order execution. The platform combines machine learning, optimization algorithms and actionable analytics within a composable architecture, which allows customers to make incremental improvements without replacing their underlying systems. The company reports a 98% customer retention rate and a 100% implementation success rate.
Technical work at the firm spans machine learning, supply chain optimization algorithms, actionable analytics and composable software architecture. Beyond cost and service objectives, the company states that its tools help customers reduce carbon emissions alongside carrying and transportation costs. GAINSystems has been recognised as a leader in supply chain planning by Gartner, Nucleus Research, IDC and Frost & Sullivan.
