Focal Systems

Focal Systems builds an AI-powered shelf-monitoring platform for brick-and-mortar retailers, combining low-cost shelf cameras with computer vision and a cloud service to automate on-shelf availability checks and merchandising workflows. It sells hardware plus software and analytics subscriptions that integrate with store systems to reduce manual scanning and surface real-time inventory insights. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Burlingame, California, the company is privately held and raised a Series B in 2021.