Exacq Technologies

What Exacq Technologies does

Exacq Technologies, founded in 2002 and headquartered in Fishers, Indiana, is a developer of open-platform video management system (VMS) software sold under the exacqVision brand. Its product portfolio includes VMS software editions (Professional, Enterprise, Edge, Advantage, and Virtualization) running across Windows, Mac, Linux, iPhone, and Android clients, complemented by a family of Network Video Recorders (X-Series, A-Series, Q-Series, G-Series), enterprise management servers (EM-Series), storage appliances (S-Series), live monitoring stations (C-Series), and integrated access control via Kantech-Onboard. The software integrates with 5,000+ IP camera models from 60+ manufacturers and 20+ access control platforms, and incorporates AI-powered analytics (through Tyco AI and partner integrations) for facial recognition, license plate recognition, behavioral analysis, crowd formation, and Automated Camera Inspection.

The company monetizes through a hybrid model combining perpetual and subscription software licensing, annual Software Update Plans (SSA), NVR/hardware sales, and emerging cloud services via Tyco Cloud. Distribution is primarily channel-led through certified resellers, integrators, and global distributors (Anixter, Norbain, Hills, Harco Group), augmented by a direct enterprise sales motion. Since its acquisition by Tyco Security Products in July 2013 — subsequently absorbed into Johnson Controls — Exacq has operated as a wholly-owned subsidiary, retaining its brand identity and product roadmap while gaining access to Johnson Controls' global security distribution network.

Exacq's customer base spans education, healthcare, retail, corporate, financial, and government verticals, with named deployments including Copenhagen Business School, Conestoga College, Kwik Trip, Goodwill Industries, Virtua Healthcare, Dubai Courts, and Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport. The company invests in ongoing product development with a steady cadence of feature releases, most recently exacqVision 26.0 and 26.1 in 2026, signaling continued R&D commitment under Johnson Controls ownership.

Name

Exacq Technologies

Legal name

Exacq Technologies, Inc.

Website

https://exacq.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2002

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Exacq Technologies develops the exacqVision video management system (VMS) and NVR hardware, serving education, healthcare, retail, corporate, financial, and government customers worldwide. Operates as a wholly-owned Johnson Controls subsidiary (acquired via Tyco in 2013), distributing through global channel partners with AI-powered analytics integrations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Video Surveillance Software

NAICS

Computer Storage Device Manufacturing (334112), Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing (3343)

SIC

Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373)

akta.pro primary industry

Video Surveillance (CCTV/VMS) System Integration (BPAKAGAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Video Alarm Verification & Remote Video Monitoring (VSaaS Monitoring) (BPAKAFAE)

Keywords

• Video management software
• Network video recorders
• IP video surveillance
• Integrated access control
• AI video analytics

Headquarters

HQ city

Fishers

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Hardware Sales (NVR): Sale of Network Video Recorders including X-Series, A-Series, Q-Series, G-Series for video storage and recording
2. VMS Software Licensing: Software products including Professional, Enterprise, Edge, Advantage, Virtualization editions with perpetual and subscription licensing options
3. Software Update Plans (SSA): Annual software subscription providing updates, support, and maintenance. Includes 3-year SSA with new hardware purchases. Lifetime SSA available for some product lines
4. Cloud Services: Cloud-based video storage and access control services including Tyco Cloud for off-premises security infrastructure

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Exacq Technologies develops and sells the exacqVision Video Management System (VMS) software and proprietary Network Video Recorder (NVR) hardware for IP video surveillance. Its open-platform software integrates with thousands of IP cameras from over 60 manufacturers, 20+ access control platforms, and AI deep learning analytics. The company sells bundled VMS + NVR solutions plus subscription-based Software Update Plans (SSA) for ongoing support and updates.

Product overview

Exacq Technologies offers the exacqVision Video Management System (VMS), a comprehensive portfolio of video surveillance solutions comprising VMS software products (Professional, Enterprise, Edge, Advantage, Virtualization editions plus Mobile App), network video recorders (X-Series, A-Series, Q-Series, G-Series), enterprise management servers (EM-Series), storage solutions (S-Series), live monitoring stations (C-Series), and integrated access control capabilities via Kantech-Onboard. The open-platform software integrates with thousands of IP cameras from over 60 manufacturers, 20 access control platforms, and various AI analytics including Tyco AI for object classification, facial recognition, license plate recognition, and intrusion detection. The company, operating as part of Johnson Controls since its 2013 acquisition, provides cross-platform solutions (Windows, Mac, Linux, iPhone, mobile) serving markets including education, healthcare, retail, corporate, financial, and government sectors.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• exacqVision Professional: VMS software - Powerful business solutions with integrated access control, interactive multi-level mapping, two-way audio, advanced data integration, and simple video sharing
• exacqVision Enterprise
• exacqVision Edge
• exacqVision Advantage
• exacqVision Virtualization
• exacqVision Mobile App
• X-Series
• A-Series
• Q-Series
• G-Series
• EM-Series
• S-Series
• C-Series
• Kantech-Onboard
• Radar Detection
• Enterprise System Manager (ESM)
• Tyco AI
• Tyco Cloud
• Illustra Cameras

Products and services

• exacqVision Professional Business-level video management software with powerful features including integrated access control, interactive multi-level mapping, two-way audio, advanced data integration, and simple video sharing capabilities for small to mid-size businesses.
• exacqVision Enterprise Enterprise-level video management software with all Professional features plus system health dashboards, flexible email notifications, and advanced user management for managing entire enterprise deployments.
• exacqVision Edge Complete video management system that runs directly on IP cameras, eliminating the need for an NVR. Ideal for stand-alone or remote camera deployments, available as a perpetual license.
• exacqVision Advantage Video management software optimized for use with Illustra cameras, offering competitive price advantage, no-charge IP channel licenses for Illustra Pro & Flex cameras, and automatic security hardening.
• exacqVision Virtualization Virtualized video management software for deployment in virtualized environments.
• exacqVision Mobile App Mobile application for viewing live and recorded video on iPhone and Android devices, with centralized Alerts Center, multi-device search up to 16 cameras, and VideoPush capabilities.
• exacqVision X-Series NVR High-performance Network Video Recorder ideal for large organizations with demanding video needs. Records up to 175 IP cameras with 16TB-240TB storage capacity.
• exacqVision A-Series NVR Mid-range Network Video Recorder meeting needs of many businesses. Records up to 150 IP cameras with 8TB-288TB storage capacity.
• exacqVision Q-Series NVR High-performing NVR at an affordable price point ideal for businesses with smaller locations. Records up to 64 IP cameras with up to 48TB storage.
• exacqVision G-Series NVR Compact NVR supporting cloud storage in a micro or PoE form factor, perfect for smaller spaces. Records up to 8 or 16 IP cameras with 1TB or 12TB storage.
• exacqVision EM-Series Servers Enterprise management servers for centralized administration and monitoring of exacqVision systems across multiple sites, integrating with Microsoft Entra ID and Okta.
• exacqVision S-Series Enterprise storage solution providing networked storage and fault tolerant servers for extended and archived video storage.
• exacqVision C-Series Complete live video monitoring station solution for video monitoring operations.
• exacqVision Kantech-Onboard Integrated access control solution pre-installed on A-Series and Z-Series recorders, combining video surveillance and access control on one server without requiring a separate access control server.
• exacqVision Integrator Services Portal Cloud-based portal for integrators to manage exacqVision services and deployments.
• Software Update Plans (SSA) Annual software subscription providing access to updates, technical support, and license management for exacqVision software. Includes 3-year SSA with new hardware purchases, with lifetime SSA available for some product lines.

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduce security costs through single-server video and access control integration
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration34 records

AI capability9 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major, regional and minor.

• Tyco Security Products / Johnson ControlscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTyco Security Products acquired Exacq Technologies in July 2013. Exacq is now part of the Security Products business unit under Johnson Controls. The acquisition was described as a talent acquisition to strengthen Tyco's video management system portfolio.
• KantechcoreTechnology or IntegrationNative integration between exacqVision VMS and Kantech EntraPass access control system. Kantech Onboard integration eliminates need for separate access control server, running access control software directly on A-Series and Z-Series recorders.
• IllustracoreTechnology or IntegrationIllustra IP cameras from Tyco Security Products with extensive integrations and simplified configuration. Illustra Edge cameras combine IP camera, pre-installed exacqVision VMS software, and SD card storage into one solution.
• AnixtercoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGlobal distribution agreement with Anixter, an international distributor, for worldwide distribution of exacqVision NVR and hybrid video recording products.
• NorbainmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUK specialist IP surveillance distributor providing exacqVision range of NVR and hybrid video recording products to UK installers and integrators.
• HillsmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive distribution partnership in Australia and New Zealand region, announced in support of Tyco Security Products' expansion in the Pacific region.
• Harco GroupregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInternational consultant and solution provider for video security based in Belgium, recognized as Middle East Distributor of the Year for success selling exacqVision in the Middle East.
• Sensormatic (Tyco Retail Solutions)majorTechnology or IntegrationIntegration with Sensormatic anti-theft (EAS) system and Synergy Series electronic article surveillance for unified retail loss prevention solution capturing loss event data with video.
• C-CURE (Software House)majorTechnology or IntegrationIntegration with C-CURE 9000 security management system providing access control, alarm processing, and photo badging within exacqVision.
• Axis CommunicationscoreTechnology or IntegrationExtensive integration with Axis IP cameras including latest Axis OS 12 support and Axis Artpec-8 and Ambarella CV25 SOC-based camera models.
• Arecont VisionmajorTechnology or IntegrationIntegration with Arecont Vision megapixel IP cameras including Megadome vandal resistant cameras for various surveillance applications.
• LenelmajorTechnology or IntegrationCertification in progress for Lenel access control integration with exacqVision 23.09 certified with Lenel version 8.2.
• G4SminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerCollaboration between G4S and Exacq Technologies to strengthen presence in the video management marketplace.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Emerging players

• Eagle Eye Networks: Cloud-native VMS that bridges on-premise and cloud with a strong channel partner model — directly comparable distribution approach to Exacq's, but cloud-first by default. Key competitor in the cloud transition.
• Rhombus Systems: Cloud-based physical security platform offering VMS, access control, and sensors on a unified subscription. Competes with Exacq for enterprise cloud-first RFPs where Exacq's hybrid model is less competitive.
• Verkada: Cloud-native VSaaS platform with integrated cameras and AI analytics. Represents the strategic cloud-first threat to on-premise VMS incumbents like Exacq, with simpler procurement and subscription-only economics.

Direct peers

• Genetec: Genetec Security Center is a leading open-platform VMS and unified security platform. Most direct competitor to exacqVision in enterprise VMS, with similar open-architecture philosophy and broad camera/access-control integration ecosystem.
• Avigilon (Motorola Solutions): Avigilon Control Center (ACC) VMS paired with Avigilon cameras competes directly with exacqVision + Illustra bundles, particularly in the enterprise and education verticals. Now part of Motorola Solutions with significant R&D and AI investment.
• Axis Communications: Axis Camera Station is a VMS tightly integrated with Axis IP cameras (a primary integration partner for Exacq). Competes for the same mid-market and enterprise video surveillance budgets, often in head-to-head channel deals.
• Milestone Systems: Milestone XProtect is the largest independent open-platform VMS globally. Directly comparable to exacqVision in product positioning, channel-led distribution model, and broad third-party camera integration strategy.
• Hanwha Vision (Wisenet): Hanwha Vision offers Wisenet WAVE VMS and a broad IP camera portfolio. Competes with Exacq in mid-market and enterprise deals, often displacing incumbents through bundled camera-plus-VMS pricing.

Broad incumbents

• Dahua Technology: Global video surveillance manufacturer with integrated VMS platforms. Competes across price tiers and verticals, particularly in commercial and government segments where Exacq also operates.
• Hikvision: World's largest video surveillance equipment manufacturer with its own iVMS VMS software. Competes on price-driven camera-plus-VMS bundles globally; a major macro competitor for any IP-camera-integrated VMS deployment.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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

M&A

Investments

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

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