A3 Communications

What A3 Communications does

A3 Communications is a US-based systems integrator that designs, installs, and maintains custom networking and security infrastructure for public and private sector organizations. Founded approximately in 1980 and operating with 101-250 employees, the company holds a dual headquarters presence in Winston-Salem, NC (corporate) and Irmo, SC (operational branch CBX Solutions 700), and runs as a specialized branch within the broader CBX Solutions multi-branch network. Its service portfolio spans CSI MasterFormat Divisions 8 (doors, frames, hardware), 10 (specialties), 27 and 28 (electronic security and communications), covering pre-construction detailing and estimating, professional installation, and aftermarket maintenance and managed services. Core product capabilities include advanced access control (card, mobile, and biometric credentials), interior and exterior video surveillance, structured cabling and wiring, audio-visual integration, and full custom network architecture design using a proprietary assessment framework that evaluates connectivity, cybersecurity, and cabling backbone.

A3 generates revenue through three streams: project-based professional services (design and installation of security, communications, and networking systems), recurring managed services (maintenance and aftermarket support), and hardware resale (security devices, networking equipment, and specialty construction products). Its go-to-market is enterprise direct sales, heavily weighted toward the public sector, accessed through an unusually dense portfolio of cooperative purchasing contracts — NASPO ValuePoint, Sourcewell Contract 121923A3C, USETPA, five TIPS contracts, and state-specific awards across Alabama, Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas. The company is an authorized reseller and integrator for a broad vendor stack including Genetec, Cisco, HPE/Aruba, Extreme Networks, Juniper, Ruckus, and Lenovo, enabling single-procurement delivery of integrated solutions. Notable flagship projects include enterprise access control and surveillance deployments for Clemson University and a Genetec-based enterprise security platform for the Richmond County Marshal's Office in Augusta, GA.

Ownership and corporate structure are opaque in the public record, though CBX Solutions branding in the branch's footer (CBX SOLUTIONS 2026) indicates A3 operates as a subsidiary or operating division within the CBX Solutions organization. The company completed one acquisition, AdvanTech Incorporated, on 2020-06-30 for an undisclosed amount. Brian Thomas is identified as President. No funding rounds, institutional investors, or revenue disclosures are present in the source data.

Name

A3 Communications

Legal name

A3 Communications

Website

https://a3communications.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1980

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

A3 Communications is a US systems integrator designing, installing, and maintaining custom networking, electronic security, access control, video surveillance, and cabling solutions for public-sector and private-sector clients, leveraging cooperative purchasing contracts and multi-vendor partnerships to deliver integrated projects across multiple states.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Network Security Integration Services

NAICS

All Other Telecommunications (5178)

SIC

Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373)

akta.pro primary industry

Network & Infrastructure for Security Systems (Cabling, PoE, Wireless, Edge Compute) (BPAKAGAI)

Keywords

• Network integration services
• Cybersecurity solutions
• Managed network services
• Unified communications services
• Branch network enclosures

Headquarters

HQ city

Irmo

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Security & Communications Solutions: Project-based revenue from design, installation, and deployment of electronic security systems, communications solutions, networking infrastructure, and access control systems. Includes Division 27 & 28 services.
2. Maintenance & Aftermarket Services: Ongoing maintenance services, repair, and aftermarket support for installed systems.
3. Products & Hardware Sales: Sale of security hardware, networking equipment, doors/frames/hardware, and specialty products through purchasing contracts.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

A3 Communications is a systems integrator that designs, deploys, and supports custom networking and security solutions for public and private organizations across four solution pillars: Network Integration, Cybersecurity, Managed Services, and Unified Communications. The company works with leading global technology vendors such as Palo Alto Networks, Aruba (HPE), Juniper Networks, Cisco, Fortinet, Ciena, Clearfield, Mitel, and Ribbon to deliver enterprise-grade infrastructure projects. Through its CBX Solutions division, it also engineers custom cable and wiring enclosure solutions, integrated about a year ago to support large-scale retail and branch network rollouts across the United States.

Product overview

A3 Communications provides custom networking and security solutions for customers across the US. The company operates as a systems integrator offering a comprehensive portfolio of products and services including Electronic Security & Communications Solutions (Division 27 & 28), Doors/Frames/Hardware (Division 8), Division 10 Specialties, Pre-Construction Services (detailing, estimating, design), Installation Services, and Maintenance/Repair Services. The core offerings include Custom Networking Solutions and Custom Security Solutions, with specific product capabilities in Access Control Systems (featuring card access, mobile access, and biometric authentication), Video Surveillance Solutions, Cabling and Wiring Services, and Audio Visual Products and Services. The company uses a proprietary framework to assess infrastructure and deliver leading-edge network solutions built to grow with client organizations, serving both public and private sector clients.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Network Integration Solutions End-to-end design, deployment, and integration of enterprise wired and wireless network infrastructure using vendors such as Cisco, Aruba (HPE), Juniper Networks, and Ciena, delivered to public and private organizations across the U.S.
• Cybersecurity Solutions Integration and deployment of cybersecurity platforms from leading vendors including Palo Alto Networks, Fortinet, and Juniper Networks to protect enterprise and public-sector networks.
• Managed Network Services Ongoing management, monitoring, and support of customer network environments, delivered as one of A3 Communications's four specialized solution pillars.
• Unified Communications Solutions Integration and support of unified communications platforms from vendors including Mitel and Ribbon, combined with networking infrastructure, for enterprise and public-sector customers.
• CBX Solutions Custom Enclosure Engineering CBX Solutions is the custom engineering division of A3 Communications that designs and supplies custom cable and wiring enclosure solutions purpose-built for large-scale retail and branch network deployments across the U.S.

Named customers2 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• GeneteccoreTechnology or IntegrationStrategic partnership for enterprise-level access control and surveillance system deployment. A3 Communications designs and deploys Genetec-based security infrastructure solutions for customers including government agencies like Richmond County Marshal's Office.
• Extreme NetworkscoreTechnology or IntegrationAuthorized reseller and integrator of Extreme Networks products (formerly Aerohive) for network products and services under South Carolina procurement contract.
• CiscocoreTechnology or IntegrationCisco hardware and software products and services provider under South Carolina procurement contract.
• HPE (Hewlett Packard Enterprise)coreTechnology or IntegrationHPE network products and services provider under South Carolina procurement contract.
• Juniper NetworkscoreTechnology or IntegrationJuniper Networks hardware and software provider under South Carolina procurement contract.
• Ruckus WirelesscoreTechnology or IntegrationRuckus wireless products provider under South Carolina procurement contract.
• NASPO ValuePointcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorParticipating contractor under NASPO ValuePoint Security & Fire Protection Services contract serving multiple states including FL, HI, ME, MO, NV, NM, SC, TN.
• SourcewellcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorParticipating vendor for Technology Products and Services with Related Solutions under Sourcewell cooperative purchasing (Contract 121923A3C).
• TIPS (The Interlocal Purchasing System)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorApproved vendor for multiple TIPS contracts including Technology Solutions Products and Services, Security Systems Products and Services, Vaping Sensors, and Fire/Firearm/Active Shooter Safety and Security Solutions.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Koorsen Fire & Security: Mid-market US integrator of fire, security, and communications systems. Comparable service model, similar vertical mix (education, commercial, government), and similar geographic footprint across multiple states.
• NetPlanner Systems: Regional US systems integrator focused on enterprise networking, physical security, and audio-visual solutions. Closely comparable to A3 in offering mix (network infrastructure, security, AV), vertical focus, and SMB-to-mid-enterprise customer profile.
• Red Hawk Fire & Security: National systems integrator focused on electronic security, fire alarm, and communications infrastructure. Comparable offering mix (access control, video surveillance, cabling) and similar commercial/government customer base.
• Convergint Technologies: One of the largest North American security, fire, and integrated systems integrators. Directly comparable to A3 in electronic security systems integration (CCTV, access control), network infrastructure, and lifecycle services for public and enterprise customers.
• BearCom: Wireless and network systems integrator specializing in in-building wireless, two-way radio, and integrated network/security deployments. Comparable to A3's networking + wireless (Ruckus, Extreme/Aerohive) practice area.
• M3T (M3 Technology Group): Mid-market low-voltage systems integrator serving commercial, education, and government customers with structured cabling, security, and AV. Comparable offering and similar reliance on cooperative purchasing contracts in the Southeast.

Broad incumbents

• Johnson Controls (Building Solutions / Tyco): Global incumbent providing integrated building security, access control, and communications systems. Comparable to A3 in Division 27/28 and electronic security scope but with enterprise/government scale and managed services portfolio.
• Siemens Smart Infrastructure (Building Technologies): Global incumbent delivering integrated building security, communications, and low-voltage systems. Comparable to A3 in Division 27/28 scope but with far broader portfolio and global footprint.
• Allied Universal Technology Services: Systems integration division of Allied Universal providing electronic security, access control, video surveillance, and communications infrastructure. Comparable to A3's electronic security integration offering with stronger national reach.
• Securitas Technology (formerly ADT Commercial): Large incumbent spun out of ADT Commercial with deep enterprise/government electronic security systems integration capability. Overlaps with A3 on enterprise access control and surveillance deployments but operates at much larger scale with broader geographic coverage.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/a3networking
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/139320

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A1 record

Investments

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