Why bem, why now, and why us
The world is on the brink of a software revolution. For decades, businesses have wrestled with inefficiency—manual processes, patchwork systems, and the unrelenting complexity of the back office. But here’s the truth: the back office isn’t a cost center—it’s the untapped goldmine that powers every customer-facing experience.
bem is here to unlock it.
We’re not building yet another SaaS product or automation tool. We’re constructing the foundation for the next 100 years of software. bem is the applied research lab creating the core components businesses will rely on for generations. Our mission is nothing short of transformational: we’re redefining how software is built, how businesses run, and how humans and machines collaborate.
A Generational Vision
At bem, we’re designing a platform that will outlast trends and paradigms. Just as the operating systems of the past century became the bedrock of computing, bem is building the infrastructure for the software-first economy of the future.
This isn’t a temporary fix or an iterative improvement. We’re creating the tools and frameworks that will render today’s patchwork approaches—RPA, agents, and code proliferation—obsolete.
Why RPA and Agents Are Outdated
Robotic Process Automation (RPA) promised to automate workflows but delivered brittle systems that mimic human errors rather than eliminating them. AI agents, meanwhile, try to emulate human behavior, bound by the very inefficiencies they’re meant to transcend.
bem takes a different approach.
We don’t mimic workflows; we reimagine them. Instead of patching over messy processes with bots or “agents,” we transform unstructured chaos into structured, intelligent systems that are built to scale.
We don’t anthropomorphize AI. bem eliminates the need for human-like “agents” by creating true software abstractions—elegant, reusable components that integrate seamlessly into the business.
Our platform replaces RPA’s reactive patchwork with proactive transformation. bem doesn’t just automate; it rebuilds, modernizes, and delivers unparalleled operational clarity.
A New Era of Business Computing
We’re witnessing a seismic shift. Fortune 500 companies are transitioning from services to product-based models, driven by the demand for scalable, software-driven experiences. Boards are issuing the same mandate: build customer-facing products or face irrelevance.
This transformation demands a new kind of computing platform—one that doesn’t just automate tasks but enables entirely new ways of operating.
Turning the Back Office into a Product
For decades, the back office has been a tangle of spreadsheets, emails, PDFs, and siloed systems. bem packages these processes into customer-facing software that drives growth and innovation.
A logistics company turns tracking emails into real-time dashboards for its customers.
A healthcare provider transforms messy claims into instant decisions.
A fintech startup eliminates manual compliance checks entirely.
With bem, companies don’t just automate—they elevate their operations into products that delight customers and create competitive advantages.
Building the Applied Research Lab of the Future
bem is more than a company; it’s a movement. To replace 95% of the software we use today, we’re building the most ambitious applied research lab in the world.
Our focus is on:
Foundational Abstractions: Building reusable components that eliminate redundant code and simplify software development for decades to come.
Intelligent Systems: Creating software that doesn’t just respond to needs but anticipates them, learning and evolving with every interaction.
Next-Generation Automation: Moving beyond automation to true transformation—where processes are not just faster but fundamentally smarter.
This isn’t just about solving today’s problems. It’s about inventing the future of software.
Why Now, Why Us
The timing couldn’t be more urgent. Businesses are drowning in complexity, and the tools they’ve relied on—RPA, agents, traditional automation—are breaking under the weight of modern demands. Advances in AI and machine learning have created an unprecedented opportunity to build something better.
We’ve spent decades building AI and automation for the most complex industries on Earth, and bem is uniquely positioned to lead this revolution.
Data transformation is our wedge. It’s the hardest, most universal problem businesses face today. By solving it, we’ve created the foundation for broader transformation.
Our platform is generational. We’re not just iterating on what exists; we’re replacing it. bem is the foundation for the next century of business computing.
Our vision is bold. We’re not here to automate away inefficiencies. We’re here to create systems that render inefficiencies irrelevant.
The Future of Software Starts Here
bem is more than a company. It’s a commitment to building the future of software, the foundation for a software-first economy, and the generational platform businesses will depend on for decades to come.
If you’ve made it this far, we want to work with you. If you’re an investor and you’re just as excited about the future we’re building, text me at 415 941 8842.
Let’s build something that lasts.