Pica8

Pica8 is a networking software company based in Palo Alto, California, founded in 2009. The company specializes in open, standards-based white-box networking solutions, providing an alternative to proprietary systems from major vendors. Pica8 offers PicOS, a Linux-based network operating system designed for bare-metal open switches, which supports software-defined networking (SDN) across various environments, including campuses and data centers.

Key products include PicOS Software Switches, which replace traditional chassis switches with modern, open switches, and the AmpCon Network Controller, a centralized management platform that simplifies network management. PicaPilot allows for the management of distributed networks as a unified high-bandwidth switch, enhancing operational efficiency. Pica8's solutions focus on hardware independence, significantly reducing capital and operational expenses while promoting flexibility and scalability. The company serves a diverse range of industries, including higher education, healthcare, and telecommunications, and has successfully displaced established solutions in these markets.