Clarium —Building the next-gen supply chain platform for healthcare

At Clarium, we envision a future where healthcare delivery is seamlessly supported by resilient, intelligent supply chains that empower providers to focus on patient care without logistical constraints.

We leverage cutting-edge AI to unify disparate data sources—ranging from environmental factors to real-time inventory metrics—creating a predictive, adaptive platform that anticipates challenges before they arise. Our work transforms data into actionable insights that drive operational agility and cost savings in hospital systems.

Founded in response to a global crisis, Clarium is committed to redefining healthcare logistics through innovation, ensuring that critical resources are available exactly when and where they are needed, ultimately elevating the standard of care and operational excellence in hospitals worldwide.

We've been tracking Clarium since they emerged during the pandemic's chaos, and honestly, their timing couldn't have been more perfect. When hospitals were scrambling for basic supplies like masks and gloves, this New York-based startup was quietly building something hospitals didn't even know they desperately needed: a crystal ball for their supply chains.

What caught our attention isn't just another healthcare tech story—it's how Clarium turned the pandemic's biggest nightmare into their north star. They're using AI to predict supply disruptions before they happen, which sounds almost too good to be true until you see the results.

The AI That Actually Works

Clarium's Astra OS platform does something we rarely see in healthcare tech: it delivers on its promises. The system pulls in real-time data from weather patterns, geopolitical events, and current market conditions to predict when your hospital might run out of critical supplies. It's like having a supply chain fortune teller, except this one's backed by machine learning and actually works.

We're particularly impressed by how they've tackled the substitution problem. When a hospital can't get Brand A surgical gloves, Astra OS automatically identifies suitable alternatives and speeds up approval processes. It's the kind of unsexy but crucial functionality that makes or breaks real-world operations.

Show Me the Money

Here's where Clarium really shines: they're saving hospitals serious cash. We're talking an average of $10 million per health system, which isn't pocket change even for large hospital networks. When Stanford Medicine and Yale New Haven Health are among your customers, you're clearly doing something right.

The $27 million Series A they just closed (bringing their total to over $43 million) tells us investors are buying into the vision too. With Northzone leading and heavy hitters like General Catalyst and Kaiser Permanente Ventures participating, this isn't just another overhyped health tech play.

Why This Matters Now

What we love about Clarium's approach is how they've made supply chain management proactive instead of reactive. Hospital administrators no longer have to wait for shortages to hit—they can see problems coming weeks in advance and adjust accordingly.

The platform's ability to unify disparate data streams into actionable insights feels like something the healthcare industry has been waiting for without realizing it. We're cautiously optimistic that Clarium might actually solve one of healthcare's most persistent headaches, which would be a win for everyone involved.