Avigilon Corporation

What Avigilon Corporation does

Avigilon Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Motorola Solutions (NYSE: MSI) since 2018, is an end-to-end physical security platform provider built around AI-powered video surveillance, access control, and smart sensors. Founded in 2005 in Vancouver, Canada, the company now operates as part of Motorola's safety and security ecosystem with operational headquarters in Chicago, Illinois. The platform is structured around two flagship product lines: Avigilon Unity (on-premise video management and access control) and Avigilon Alta (cloud-native video security and access control delivered via subscription). The product portfolio spans 100+ high-resolution camera models (up to 10K imaging), edge-analytics-enabled VMS software, enterprise access control with mobile credentials, and the Halo Smart Sensor line (HALO 3C and Halo 4) for environmental and safety monitoring including vape, aggression, and air-quality detection. Core AI capabilities — Self-Learning Video Analytics, Appearance Search, the Avigilon Presence Detector (radar-based), AI Assist, and Video Visual Alerts — are positioned as the primary differentiators and are embedded in customer outcomes such as a 70% reduction in lost-child search time at Port Discovery and a 73% reduction in emergency response time at the City of Kelowna.

Avigilon monetizes through a mix of hardware sales (cameras, sensors, controllers), software licensing (Unity perpetual licenses with annual support; Alta monthly/annual subscriptions), and professional services delivered through certified channel partners. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed. The company operates a multi-channel GTM motion: enterprise field sales for large deployments, inside sales for mid-market, and a global certified channel-partner network supplemented by an EMEA-wide distribution agreement with Arrow Electronics (24 European countries, signed May 2026). Technology integrations include Okta for identity, Precise Biometrics for facial and palm recognition, and the broader Motorola Solutions ecosystem (mission-critical radios, CommandCentral, Assist). The company serves more than 100,000 organizations across 26 verticals including education, healthcare, government, banking, commercial real estate, data centers, oil & gas, casinos, and stadiums, with named customers spanning U.S. federal (Offutt AFB), municipal (City of Kelowna, Pattaya City Hall, Limone Piemonte), healthcare (SSM Health, Charlotte Hungerford Hospital), education (Rogers Public Schools, Holy Family Catholic Regional Division), enterprise (Stamps.com, Forus), and banking (Bank Mandiri). Motorola Solutions has disclosed that Avigilon's revenue grew from $400 million at acquisition to over $1 billion post-acquisition. The company holds SAFETY Act designation, NDAA compliance, SOC 2 Type II, and ISO 27001+ certifications.

Name

Avigilon Corporation

Legal name

Avigilon Corporation

Website

https://avigilon.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Avigilon Corporation, a Motorola Solutions subsidiary, provides AI-powered video surveillance, access control, and smart-sensor physical security platforms (Avigilon Unity on-premise and Avigilon Alta cloud-native) to more than 100,000 organizations across 26 verticals including education, healthcare, government, banking, and critical infrastructure.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Vancouver

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations

Revenue model

1. Hardware (Security Cameras): Sale of physical security cameras including dome, bullet, box, PTZ, panoramic, and specialty cameras with up to 10K high-resolution imaging and edge analytics. Over 100 camera models offered.
2. Video Management Software (VMS): Software licenses for Avigilon Unity (on-premise) and Avigilon Alta (cloud-native) video management systems. Cloud solutions offer continuous release cycles and automatic updates.
3. Access Control Systems: Enterprise-grade access control solutions including door readers, wireless locks, controllers, and mobile credentials for cloud and on-premise deployments.
4. Professional Services: System design, implementation, training, and support services through certified partners and direct engagements.
5. Smart Sensors and Alarms: Halo Smart Sensors and panic button systems for specialized safety applications in schools, healthcare, and industrial environments.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Avigilon Corporation designs, manufactures, and sells AI-powered video surveillance cameras, video management systems, access control hardware and software, and smart environmental sensors. The company offers two primary platforms—Avigilon Alta for cloud-native deployments and Avigilon Unity for on-premise installations—serving enterprise, government, education, and healthcare customers globally with proactive threat detection and unified security operations.

Product overview

Avigilon Corporation, a subsidiary of Motorola Solutions, offers a comprehensive end-to-end physical security platform consisting of two primary product lines: Avigilon Alta (cloud-native) and Avigilon Unity (on-premise). The portfolio includes over 100 models of high-resolution security cameras (dome, bullet, PTZ, 360°/panoramic, and specialty cameras), video management systems (VMS), access control solutions (door readers, credentials, controllers, wireless locks), smart sensors (HALO 3C and HALO 4 Smart Sensors), and operations intelligence tools (AI analytics, license plate recognition, visitor management, occupancy management, remote video monitoring). The platform is designed for 26 industries including education, healthcare, government, retail, critical infrastructure, and transportation. The company leverages AI-powered analytics including Self-Learning Video Analytics, Appearance Search, and Avigilon AI Assist for proactive threat detection and faster incident response.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Avigilon Alta: Cloud-native video security and access control platform offering subscription-based security solutions with mobile credentials, cloud integrations, and AI-powered analytics delivered from the cloud
• Avigilon Unity
• Halo Smart Sensors
• IndigoVision

Products and services

• Avigilon Alta Cloud-native video management and access control platform providing integrated security solutions with AI analytics, mobile credentials, and open API architecture for commercial properties.
• Avigilon Unity On-premise video management and access control platform offering advanced AI analytics, unified software, and enterprise-grade security for organizations requiring local data control.
• Avigilon Security Cameras
• Avigilon Access Control Enterprise-grade access control solutions including door readers, intercoms, access credentials, boards/controllers, and wireless locks for securing building entries.
• Avigilon Video Management System (VMS) Video management systems for centralized surveillance monitoring, footage analysis, and investigations with fast search functionality and intuitive interface.
• HALO 3C Smart Sensor Smart sensor for detecting vape, smoke, THC, elevated noise, aggression, and environmental conditions in restrooms, locker rooms, and other key areas.
• Halo 4 Smart Sensor Advanced smart sensor building on HALO 3C capabilities with enhanced detection features for comprehensive environmental and safety monitoring.
• Avigilon License Plate Reader License plate recognition solution for automated vehicle identification and tracking across parking facilities and secure perimeters.
• Avigilon Alta Visitor Cloud-based visitor management system enabling faster check-ins and complete guest oversight with digital passes and automated workflows.
• Avigilon Alta Protect Intelligent site protection solution combining sensors and analytics for comprehensive perimeter security monitoring.
• Avigilon Panic Button Systems Emergency panic button systems for instant security alerts and emergency response activation.
• Avigilon Occupancy Management Occupancy management solution for tracking and monitoring space utilization in buildings and facilities.
• Avigilon Remote Video Monitoring Real-time video monitoring service providing 24/7 surveillance oversight and incident response for security operations.
• Alta Cloud Connector Cloud connector solution enabling municipalities and organizations to connect and manage third-party cameras within the Alta cloud platform.

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduced lost child search time by 70% (from 5 minutes to 90 seconds) at Port Discovery Children's Museum
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

AI capability13 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Arrow ElectronicscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 5 May 2026Arrow Electronics signed an EMEA-wide distribution agreement with Motorola Solutions to distribute video security and access control technologies through its Avigilon subsidiary. The agreement covers 24 European countries including Germany, France, the United Kingdom, and Italy. Arrow provides technical enablement, solution design, and go-to-market expertise to channel organisations.
• ConnextivitycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 11 February 2026Connextivity, a New York-based security engineering firm, became a Certified Avigilon Partner enabling deployment of AI-powered security ecosystem including video analytics, weapons detection, and access control solutions to federal government clients nationwide and commercial properties. Certification recognizes completion of Avigilon's vetting program.
• OktacoreTechnology or IntegrationNative integration with Okta enables automatic user synchronization and credential management for enterprise customers using Okta identity management platform.
• Motorola Solutions EcosystemcoreTechnology or IntegrationAvigilon products integrate into the broader Motorola Solutions ecosystem combining mission-critical communications, video analytics, AI, and command center capabilities under the Assist platform for unified public safety and enterprise security solutions.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Emerging players

• Verkada: Cloud-native physical security company offering cameras, access control, and sensors on a unified SaaS platform, directly competing with Avigilon Alta in cloud-forward enterprise accounts.
• BriefCam: Video analytics platform specializing in real-time and forensic video insights (object tracking, appearance search, behavior analysis) that overlaps with Avigilon's Appearance Search and Self-Learning Analytics capabilities.
• Rhombus Systems: Cloud-native physical security company offering cameras, access control, and sensors on a subscription platform, competing with Avigilon Alta in mid-market and enterprise accounts seeking simpler cloud deployments.

Direct peers

• Genetec: Canadian unified security platform offering video management (Security Center), access control (Synergis), and license plate recognition that competes head-to-head with Avigilon Unity and Alta in mid-market and enterprise deals.
• Milestone Systems: Danish open-platform VMS vendor (XProtect) used by integrators and enterprises worldwide, directly competing with Avigilon Unity in on-premise video management deployments.
• Hanwha Vision: South Korean manufacturer of network video surveillance cameras and AI analytics (formerly Samsung Techwin/Wisenet), competing in the same enterprise camera market as Avigilon with NDAA-compliant offerings.
• Axis Communications: Swedish manufacturer of network cameras, video encoders, and access control, serving the same enterprise, government, and education verticals as Avigilon with comparable IP-based video surveillance offerings.

Broad incumbents

• Hikvision: World's largest video surveillance equipment manufacturer offering a broad portfolio of cameras, VMS, and AI analytics at scale, often at lower price points than Avigilon across enterprise and SMB segments.
• Dahua Technology: Major Chinese video surveillance manufacturer offering cameras, recorders, and AI analytics globally, competing on price and scale particularly in commercial and city-surveillance deployments.
• Bosch Security and Safety Systems: Diversified security division of Bosch offering cameras, VMS, access control, and intrusion detection, with overlapping enterprise and government customers and comparable AI video analytics capabilities.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/Avigilon
• Facebookfacebook.com/avigiloncorporation
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/avigilon

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds4 records

Investors3 records

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A2 records

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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