Businesses and organizations today are demanding more sophisticated application development and DevOps tools given the need for faster software delivery and the need to automate complex business processes. As part of CRN’s Stellar Startups for 2025, here are two application development technology startups, founded in 2019 or later, that solution providers should be aware of.
As the pace of business accelerates, so do the demands for faster software development and delivery processes as well as shorter, more frequent software release cycles. At the same time digital transformation initiatives and software-driven automation efforts to reduce costs are stimulating software development demands.
Add cloud and AI software projects to the mix and it’s no wonder that the global application development software market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 20.7 percent from $306.7 billion this year to $785.6 billion in 2030, according to Market.us.
All this means that software development tools, including development tools and platforms, and tools for configuring and deploying applications, present a significant opportunity for solution providers, MSPs and strategic service providers.
As part of CRN’s Stellar Startups for 2025, here are two application development/DevOps technology startups, founded in 2019 or later, that solution providers should get to know. The following slides include lightly edited company and product descriptions provided by the startups.
ImmyBot
Founded: 2020
Top Executive: Darren Kimura, Co-Founder
ImmyBot is an MSP-built automation platform for seamless workstation configurations and software deployments. With 1,400-plus curated apps and deep M365/AD integration, it eliminates repetitive scripting, maintains stack consistency and saves time, helping MSPs deliver faster, error-free deployments and exceed client expectations.
The ImmyBot platform is used to configure and deploy software, continuing to keep it up to date after computers are rolled out. Key features include a curated global library of applications, seamless M365/Active Directory integration, automated updates, consistent stack management, and a robust script editor for custom applications.
Website: https://www.immy.bot/
Sidero Labs
Founded: 2019
Top Executive: Steve Francis, CEO
Sidero Labs builds tools to simplify and secure Kubernetes infrastructure. The solutions it has developed, Talos Linux and Omni, support bare metal, cloud, and edge environments. The company focuses on immutable, API-driven operating systems and scalable Kubernetes management, with growing use in air-gapped, high-compliance, and data-sovereign deployments across industries.
In October 2024 Sidero Labs announced a $4 million funding round led by Hiro Capital with participation by Sony Innovation Func.
Website: https://www.siderolabs.com/
