optiolla

Optiolla is a technology company focused on optimization software and data analytics. The flagship platform, OptiSphere, combines mathematical optimization with machine learning to improve decision-making in complex operations. The company markets its solutions to enterprises seeking to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and enhance responsiveness across supply chains, manufacturing, energy, and retail.

Optiolla originated as a research project at a university and was established as a startup in 2010. It grew through organic development and strategic partnerships, expanding from North America to Europe and Asia, and establishing development and sales offices in London, Singapore, and Toronto.

OptiSphere provides modeling environments for linear, integer, and constraint programming, with built-in data connectors to ERP and WMS systems. It supports real-time optimization, scenario analysis, and predictive analytics, blending optimization with machine learning to forecast demand and optimize schedules. Deployment options include cloud, on-premises, and hybrid configurations to suit regulated industries.

Industries served include manufacturing, logistics, energy, and retail. Use cases cover supply chain network design, production planning, route optimization, and energy dispatch. The platform emphasizes interoperability with existing enterprise systems and scalable performance for large, dynamic datasets.

Optiolla has received venture funding and industry awards for its innovation in optimization. Critics note high total cost of ownership and the need for domain expertise to realize full value, while privacy and security considerations have driven emphasis on governance and data protection.