The Tech Tribune staff has compiled the very best tech startups in Tyler, Texas. In doing our research, we considered several factors including but not limited to:

1. Revenue potential
2. Leadership team
3. Brand/product traction
4. Competitive landscape

Additionally, all companies must be independent (unacquired), privately owned, at most 10 years old, and have received at least one round of funding in order to qualify.

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1. SmartDrone

Founded: 2020

“SmartDrone connects leaders in land surveying, mapping, civil engineering and construction to the information and resources they need to revolutionize their business with fast aerial contour collection and unlimited self-service processing.”

2. Phirst Technologies, LLC

Founded: 2017

“An integrated unmanned aerial solution (UAS) which features rapid remote deployment by 911 dispatchers, providing critical situational awareness for First Responders.”