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Inxeption

Inxeption helps industrial companies digitize B2B commerce and manage logistics on one platform.

Series E $337M total Founded 2017 South San Francisco, California

Inxeption is a cloud-based Industrial Commerce (I-commerce) platform that digitizes the B2B supply chain by combining marketplace, logistics, search, and payment services on a single integrated dashboard. The platform enables industrial suppliers and manufacturers to sell across B2B and B2C channels while managing multimodal shipments (parcel, LTL, FTL, ocean), accessing embedded financial services, and leveraging real-time network analytics. It serves industrial companies looking to accelerate digital transformation and reach new customers without building separate systems for e-commerce, fulfillment, and payments.

Problem solved

Industrial companies struggle to manage disparate e-commerce, logistics, payment, and supply chain systems, leading to fragmented customer experiences and operational inefficiencies.

Target customer

Industrial manufacturers, distributors, and B2B suppliers with complex supply chains looking to establish or expand e-commerce channels and streamline logistics operations.

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Founders

Farzad Dibachi

CEO & Co-Founder

Former SVP at Oracle (1990-1995) working on business strategy with Larry Ellison; founded and sold Diba, Inc. and Niku (acquired by Computer Associates for $350M in 2005); graduated from San Jose State University at 19 with degrees in mechanical engineering and computer science.

Mark Moore

Co-Founder

Oracle Database Kernel Development team member who built modern versions of Oracle database; worked with Dibachi and Garnett at Oracle before co-founding Inxeption.

Terry Garnett

Co-Founder

Served on Oracle Executive Management Committee; worked with Dibachi and Moore at Oracle before co-founding Inxeption.

Funding history

Seed Undisclosed January 2019 Led by UPS Strategic Enterprise Fund · Unknown

Series D Unknown 2019 Led by Coatue Management · Unknown

Series E $125M equity + $150M venture debt January 2022 Led by Schonfeld Strategic Advisors · BMO Capital Partners

Total raised: $337M

Industries

E-Commerce Platforms E-Commerce B2B

Notable customers

Purafil, 1000+ customer base across industrial sectors

Integrations

UPS, BMO Capital Partners, Schonfeld Strategic Advisors

Website

inxeption.com/

Competitors

Grainger

Traditional industrial distributor with limited e-commerce integration and no embedded logistics or financial services platform.

Fastenal

Focused primarily on fastener distribution; lacks integrated marketplace and multimodal logistics capabilities.

Shopify

General e-commerce platform; lacks B2B-specific features, integrated logistics management, and industrial supply chain expertise.

Maropost

Marketing automation and e-commerce focused; does not integrate logistics, financial services, or B2B marketplace features.

TrueCommerce

EDI and supply chain visibility focused; lacks embedded e-commerce marketplace and payment integration.

Why this matters: Inxeption achieved unicorn status in 5 years (2017-2022) with $337M in funding and 400% revenue growth, reflecting strong market demand for integrated industrial commerce platforms. The company's ability to consolidate fragmented B2B supply chain operations into a single platform while leveraging embedded payments and logistics represents a significant shift in how industrial companies digitize.

Best for: Industrial manufacturers and distributors seeking to launch or expand B2B e-commerce channels while consolidating logistics, payments, and supply chain management into a single platform.

Use cases

Manufacturing company launching direct-to-consumer channel

Purafil used Inxeption to sell its high-tech air filtration systems directly to consumers for the first time through a fully integrated e-commerce website. The platform provided the marketplace infrastructure, payment processing, and fulfillment capabilities needed without requiring custom development or multiple vendors.

Distributor managing complex multimodal shipments

Industrial distributors can centralize parcel, LTL, FTL, and ocean freight management on one dashboard while maintaining B2B and B2C sales channels. Real-time network analytics and integrated financial services reduce operational complexity and improve margin visibility.

B2B supplier expanding internationally

Industrial suppliers can leverage Inxeption's integrated payment services, logistics coordination, and marketplace reach to enter new geographic markets without building separate fulfillment and payment infrastructure.

Alternatives

Grainger Choose Grainger if you need a traditional industrial distributor with established vendor relationships but less integration between e-commerce and logistics.

Shopify Choose Shopify if you prioritize general e-commerce flexibility and simplicity over B2B-specific features and supply chain logistics integration.

TrueCommerce Choose TrueCommerce if your primary need is EDI and supply chain visibility rather than launching new e-commerce channels.

FAQ

What does Inxeption do? +

Inxeption is a cloud-based Industrial Commerce platform that combines B2B and B2C e-commerce, an integrated marketplace, multimodal logistics management, embedded payments, and financial services on a single dashboard. It enables industrial suppliers and manufacturers to digitize their entire value chain—from selling online to managing complex shipments to accessing capital—without integrating multiple vendors.

How much does Inxeption cost? +

Inxeption does not publicly disclose pricing. Contact their sales team for customized quotes based on your company's transaction volume, logistics needs, and service requirements.

What are alternatives to Inxeption? +

Key alternatives include Grainger (traditional industrial distributor with limited logistics integration), Shopify (general e-commerce platform without B2B focus or embedded logistics), Fastenal (fastener distribution with minimal marketplace features), and TrueCommerce (EDI and supply chain visibility focused).

Who uses Inxeption? +

Industrial manufacturers, distributors, and B2B suppliers seeking to launch or expand e-commerce channels while managing complex supply chains. Notable example: Purafil, an air filtration industry leader, used Inxeption to launch direct-to-consumer sales.

How does Inxeption compare to Shopify? +

Inxeption is purpose-built for industrial B2B commerce with integrated logistics, payment processing, and supply chain features on one platform. Shopify is a general e-commerce platform offering broader flexibility but requiring separate integrations for B2B features, multimodal shipping, and financial services.