StepShot

StepShot was a Ukrainian-Estonian software company that developed a platform for creating screenshot-based process documentation. The company was founded by Sasha Reminnyi, who served as CEO. Established in September 2015 with headquarters in Tallinn, Estonia, the project was accelerated by 'Startup Wise Guys', a notable B2B tech accelerator in Europe.

The firm's core product was a document workflow software designed to significantly reduce the time required for creating technical instructions, user manuals, and step-by-step guides. The software automated the process by capturing user actions through screenshots with every mouse click, automatically generating step descriptions, and then compiling them into various formats like presentations, videos, and web pages. Key features included automated screenshot capture, image annotation, text editing, and the use of customizable templates, which collectively enabled users to produce professional-looking documentation up to 90% faster than traditional methods. The business model was subscription-based, with pricing tiers structured per user, per month, catering to a wide range of clients from small businesses to large enterprises in sectors such as IT, healthcare, and education. By 2019, StepShot had attracted over a thousand customers, including prominent companies like Deloitte and AutoDesk.

Recognizing the alignment of their technology with the growing Robotic Process Automation (RPA) market, StepShot positioned itself as a tool for process discovery and documentation. This strategic direction captured the attention of UiPath, a leading enterprise RPA software company. In August 2019, UiPath announced its acquisition of StepShot for an undisclosed amount. At the time of the acquisition, StepShot had an annual recurring revenue of approximately $500,000. Following the acquisition, the StepShot team and its technology were integrated into UiPath to enhance its process discovery capabilities. This led to the launch of the UiPath Explorer product family, which leverages StepShot's technology to help clients identify, document, and analyze business processes for automation.

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