Industry Classification: The Key to Precision Targeting for Investors

DealPotential
May 22, 2025

Industry Classification: The Key to Precision Targeting for Investors

The Key to Precision Targeting for Investors

The difference between good and great investors lies in precision targeting. Generic classification systems lead to missed opportunities, while a granular, multi-layered industry classification uncovers hidden gems before competitors spot them.

At DealPotential, our 3-level industry classification system (Sector → Industry → Sub-Industry) combined with vertical filters helps investors find hyper-relevant opportunities. Here’s how to leverage it for maximum impact.

The "Triple-Layer" Industry Drilldown for Specialized Mandates

How it works:

Start broad, then refine:

Sector (e.g., Information Technology)
Industry (e.g., Software)
Sub-Industry (e.g., Logistics Software)

+ Vertical (e.g., AI) for ultra-precise targeting

Why it works:

78% of users report higher-quality matches vs. legacy systems

Finds niche players like Sotira (a US-based company converting surplus inventory into cash) without irrelevant noise

👉 Try the Triple-Layer Drill Now

The "Ideal-Stage Target" Combo for High-Potential Deals

Best Filters for Sweet-Spot Companies:

Latest Round: 2M–2M–10M
Time Since Last Round: 12–18 months
Employees: 20–100
Industry + Sub-Industry + Vertical: Your focus area
Pro Tip: Sort by latest round size (max to min) to see who’s gaining traction fastest.

👉 Find Your Ideal Targets

The "Geo-Niche" Opportunity Finder for Undiscovered Gems

How to spot hidden winners:

- Headquarters: Secondary markets (e.g., France)
- Sub-Industry: Your specialty (e.g., Healthcare IT)
- Vertical: Emerging trend (e.g., AI)
- Total Funding: <$5M (under-the-radar picks)
Example: Finds companies like Parallel (a France-based AI firm streamlining healthcare administration).

👉 Discover Geo-Niche Opportunities