Naked Objects

Naked Objects is a software development company that provides open-source frameworks for creating applications using the Naked Objects pattern, enhancing efficiency in enterprise application development. Naked Objects, founded in 2003 by Richard Pawson, specializes in offering frameworks designed to facilitate application development. The company is headquartered in Henley on Thames, UK. In March 2006, Oxford Technology Management invested GBP 0.

2 million in Naked Objects, marking their initial funding round. Naked Objects primarily offers two open-source framework products: the . NET version, known simply as Naked Objects, and the Java version, integrated into the Apache Isis framework. These frameworks are designed to streamline application development, emphasizing rapid prototyping and deployment, especially in enterprise contexts.

By following the Restful Objects standard, they allow for the creation of RESTful APIs, ensuring interoperability with various software systems. Their customer base includes software developers and enterprises globally, particularly in North America, Europe, and Australia. Naked Objects generates revenue through open-source framework offerings, typically monetized via support services, training, and consulting for enterprises adapting the frameworks. Clients often engage in B2B transactions, seeking tailored solutions that enhance their development processes, with service agreements including subscription support packages and training modules creating a recurring revenue stream.

The company is focused on designing new features for its frameworks, aiming for initial rollout by late 2024. Plans for expansion include targeting markets in Asia and South America by mid-2025, seeking to increase their global reach. The recent funding of GBP 0. 2 million will be utilized to support these initiatives, enhancing framework capabilities and expanding market presence.