What uniserve does

uniserve GmbH is a privately held German IT services and security integration company founded in 1996 and headquartered in Meschede, North Rhine-Westphalia. The company operates across three intertwined practice areas: physical security technology (IP video surveillance, ANPR, thermal imaging, ATEX-certified explosion-protected cameras, underwater cameras, access control, perimeter protection, and 24/7 certified video alarm monitoring); custom software and interface development (the proprietary WINSTON software family spanning modules for live video, search and documentation, alarm management, ANPR viewing, thermal analysis, and cloud deployment); and IT infrastructure services anchored by a company-owned, CO2-neutral data center in Germany offering hosting, cloud servers, and managed internet services.

The company's revenue model is project-led, with three primary streams: (i) project-based professional services for planning, installation, and commissioning of security systems; (ii) hardware resale of MOBOTIX, Axis, Luna IP, and IWT industrial components; and (iii) recurring services including 24/7 alarm monitoring subscriptions, data center colocation, and the newer cloud-deployed WINSTON.net ANPR. Long-standing vendor relationships underpin its capability stack: MOBOTIX Diamond Partner status (since February 2020, following a partnership dating to 2001), Kentix Gold Partner (since January 2020), Axis ADP (since 2009), and a frogblue Smart Building Competence Center. VdS-certified installer accreditation (G 222015, March 2022) for early fire detection extends reach into insurer-mandated and high-risk industrial projects.

Customers are predominantly German industrial, manufacturing, logistics, and public-sector enterprises, with disclosed logos including VW AG, BOSCH, HELLA, Axel Springer, Brillux, Zentis, Griesson-de Beukelaer, Honsel, Kliniken Maria-Hilf, police and fire departments, and multiple Chambers of Industry and Commerce. The company is founder/management-owned — managing directors are Dipl.-Ing. Stephan Kuschwald and Dipl.-Ing. Markus Grünewald — with no disclosed external funding, parent company, or M&A activity. Geographic operations are concentrated in Germany, with nationwide reach enabled by remote support (TeamViewer) and a MOBOTIX Secure Partner referral network.

Name

uniserve

Legal name

uniserve GmbH

Website

https://uniserve.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1996

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

uniserve GmbH is a German IT integrator founded in 1996 in Meschede, combining proprietary WINSTON video management software with MOBOTIX-based security installation, ANPR, thermal imaging, custom software development, and own data center hosting for industrial and public-sector clients.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Integrated Security & IT Services

NAICS

Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151), Computer Systems Design Services (541512), Custom Computer Programming Services (541511), Software Publishers (513210)

SIC

Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373), Services-Computer Programming, Data Processing, Etc. (7370)

akta.pro primary industry

Video Analytics & AI Security Solutions Integration (LPR, Facial, Behavior) (BPAKAGAK)

akta.pro secondary industry

CCTV Camera & NVR/DVR System Installation (HSAHACAA)

Keywords

• Video surveillance systems
• License plate recognition
• Thermal imaging cameras
• Software development services
• Data center hosting

Headquarters

HQ city

Meschede

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Security Technology Installation: Planning, installation, and commissioning of IP video surveillance systems, thermal cameras, ANPR systems, perimeter protection, and alarm monitoring services. Revenue generated from project-based installation and 24/7 alarm monitoring subscriptions.
2. Software Development: Custom software solutions including web applications, interfaces/APIs, content management systems (AxCMS), and database applications developed in C# with .NET Framework.
3. Internet Services & Data Center: Web hosting, databases, cloud servers, domains, DNS, SSL, email services, and data center colocation from company's own facility in Germany with high availability, security, and redundancy.
4. Hardware Sales: Sale of IP cameras (MOBOTIX, Axis, Luna IP), ANPR cameras, thermal cameras, camera accessories, industrial routers, LED displays, and mounting hardware.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

uniserve GmbH is a German IT systems integrator that plans, installs, and maintains IP-based video surveillance, ANPR (automatic number plate recognition), and thermal imaging security systems for industrial, commercial, logistics, and public-sector customers. Around its proprietary WINSTON video management software suite, the company delivers full-service security projects (planning, project management, installation, commissioning, maintenance) and complements these with custom software development, web hosting, and data center services operated from its own facility in Meschede, Germany.

Product overview

uniserve GmbH is an IT service provider combining three core areas: security technology (video surveillance, ANPR, thermal cameras, access control), software development (custom applications, interfaces, content management), and IT infrastructure (data center, internet services, remote support). The product portfolio is organized around the WINSTON software family as the central management platform. WINSTON.net serves as the unified web-based platform integrating all modules (LIVE, TRACE, ANPR, THERMAL, ADMIN), while specialized modules like WINSTON.trace, WINSTON.anpr, WINSTON.nx, WINSTON.pix, and WINSTON.thermal address specific use cases for IP camera systems, ANPR, alarm management, webcam viewing, and thermal analysis respectively. Hardware offerings include ANPR camera systems, Mobotix IP cameras (Diamond Partner), ATEX explosion-protected cameras, underwater cameras, and industrial IoT devices (Web-IO, relay modules, industrial routers). Complementary solutions include KentixONE physical security platforms, frogblue smart building automation, 24/7 alarm monitoring services, and fire detection system installation. The company operates its own data center in Germany with full-service internet hosting capabilities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• WINSTON.net Web-based unified camera management platform that integrates all WINSTON software modules (LIVE, TRACE, ANPR, THERMAL, ADMIN) into a single browser-based interface for IP camera systems, ANPR, and thermal analysis.
• WINSTON.trace Search and display software for IP camera systems enabling object search (packages, persons), live visualization, and movement tracking across arbitrarily large camera installations with comprehensive documentation capabilities.
• WINSTON.anpr ANPR license plate recognition viewer for comfortable viewing and evaluation of license plate readings from multiple ANPR cameras, with extensive filtering, sorting, and export capabilities for large data volumes.
• WINSTON.nx Browser-based alarm and camera management system for monitoring, visualization, and management of processes and workflows with visual and acoustic alarm notifications and individual alarm instructions.
• WINSTON.pix Universal webcam player for displaying camera images over the internet, used for construction site documentation and webcam documentation of any kind.
• WINSTON.thermal Powerful web-based thermal camera analysis software for reacting to thermal events, optimizing processes, and retrospective temperature analysis with graphical temperature curve display.
• WINSTON.core ANPR and camera management system for monitoring, visualization, and management of processes with user-friendly interface for individual visualization of large camera installations.
• WINSTON.net Cloud-Edition ANPR Cloud-based license plate recognition and barrier control solution providing efficient and reliable ANPR with cloud deployment.
• WINSTON.trace Logistik-Edition Logistics edition of WINSTON.trace with barcode integration and semi-automatic package tracking for warehouse and logistics process documentation.
• WINSTON.trace Retail-Edition Retail edition of WINSTON.trace with people counting and POS data integration for retail analytics.
• ANPR Camera System Self-contained ANPR (Automatic Number Plate Recognition) camera system with integrated infrared illuminator and OCR software. All-in-one camera with IP66 weather protection, recognizing license plates at speeds up to 250 km/h.
• ATEX Explosion-Protected Camera System Explosion-protected, pressure-tight encapsulated camera housing with ATEX certification for zones 1, 2, 21, and 22 (dusts and gases). Suitable for chemical, petrochemical, wastewater, milling, silo, and feed factory environments.
• Underwater Camera System Underwater stainless steel housing providing reliable protection against water, oil, and dust penetration up to 10m depth. Self-regulating heater prevents glass fogging under adverse conditions.
• MOBOTIX M15D/M16D Thermal Camera Weatherproof PoE thermal camera with typical 50 mK thermal sensor and -40 to +550°C temperature measurement range. Detects through complete darkness, smoke, and smog. Features MxActivitySensor for reliable person/vehicle movement detection.
• MOBOTIX M16 VdS Thermal Camera VdS-certified thermal camera (recognition number G 222015) for fire detection systems. Detects fire sources contactlessly by detecting critical temperature thresholds, often before fire starts, from distances up to 60 meters.
• KentixONE Security Platform Software and hardware platform for physical security technology. Integrates access control, intrusion alarm, fire detection, video surveillance, environmental monitoring, energy monitoring, and network monitoring into a unified system with REST API.
• frogblue Smart Building System Smart home and building solution for intelligent networking, regulation, and control of buildings using wireless Bluetooth technology. Small green box modules (Frogs) installed in flush-mounted boxes control lighting, shading, heating, ventilation, alarm systems, access, and door communication.
• 24/7 Alarm Monitoring Service Active alarm monitoring with certified video alarm receiving center operating 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Trained personnel can respond within the first minute after alarm trigger, contacting security personnel, fire department, or speaking to intruders via loudspeaker.
• Certified Fire Detection System Installation Certified installer for fire detection systems since March 30, 2022. Provides monitoring of outdoor areas and warehouses, reliable indoor monitoring, and monitoring of power-sensitive areas using VdS-certified Mobotix thermal technology.
• Internet & Cloud Hosting Services Internet services including web servers, databases, cloud servers, domains, DNS, SSL, and email. Company operates its own data center in Germany with high availability, security, and redundancy.
• Data Center Services (Colocation) Full-service data center with up to 46 rack units per rack. Features redundant fiber network, dual-floor infrastructure, automatic alarm systems, argon gas fire suppression, diesel generators (550,000 VA), and 250,000 VA UPS. Carrier-neutral connectivity with 2x 10 Gbit/s redundant connection.
• Remote Support Service Technical support via TeamViewer allowing remote access to customer computers, files, and applications for immediate troubleshooting without costly on-site service visits.
• Custom Software Development Services Custom software development services from small tools or interfaces to complete electronic business process mapping. Development in C# with .NET Framework, interface development (CSV, XML, Webservice, database), and UX/UI design.
• AxCMS Content Management System Content management system for easy website administration through a self-explanatory interface. Includes newsletter module, survey module, and responsive web design module.
• Perimeterschutz (Perimeter Protection) Solution Secure facility, building, roof, and equipment protection using thermal cameras and WINSTON software. 24/7 detection of hazards in all weather conditions with alarm forwarding to connected security centers.
• Software Development Consulting Software development consulting services covering UX/UI design, APIs and interfaces for scalability, algorithms and AI, and databases as the foundation of business applications.

Quantifiable outcome

• ANPR cameras detect license plates at speeds up to 250 km/h with real-time OCR evaluation
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration22 records

AI capability8 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• MOBOTIX AGcoreTechnology or IntegrationMOBOTIX Diamond Partner since February 2020 (highest partner status). Long-standing partnership since 2001. uniserve is also MOBOTIX-Errichter (authorized installer), MOBOTIX-Secure-Partner (since 2003), MOBOTIX-ADVANCED-Secure-Partner (since 2007), and MOBOTIX-ADVANCED-Solution-TechPartner (since 2014). Specializes in MOBOTIX IP cameras, thermal cameras, and related security solutions.
• Kentix GmbHcoreTechnology or IntegrationGold Partner since January 2020, representing the highest attainable partner level at Kentix. Provides KentixONE security platform solutions for physical security monitoring including access control, intrusion detection, fire detection, environmental monitoring, and energy monitoring for critical infrastructure.
• lunaIPminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLuna Partner since 2013. Distributes lunaIP video surveillance products including bullet cameras, dome cameras, PTZ cameras, and network recorders.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Genetec: Genetec is a global VMS (Video Management Software) platform competing directly with uniserve's WINSTON.net unified management software. Both offer modular, web-based camera and access control management targeting enterprise and industrial customers.
• SWARCO: SWARCO provides traffic management, parking guidance, and ANPR-based vehicle identification systems with comparable target customers (logistics hubs, parking operators, municipalities) in DACH and across Europe.
• Milestone Systems: Milestone Systems is a leading open-platform VMS provider whose XProtect software competes with uniserve's WINSTON family. Both sell to integrators and end customers across industrial, logistics, and public-sector segments in Europe.
• Tattile: Tattile manufactures ANPR cameras with embedded OCR for access control, parking, and traffic applications — directly comparable to uniserve's ANPR camera offering and similar European customer base.
• Kapsch TrafficCom: Kapsch TrafficCom supplies ANPR, tolling, and intelligent traffic systems with overlapping use cases in vehicle identification, access control, and enforcement — directly comparable to uniserve's ANPR camera business.

Broad incumbents

• Axis Communications: Axis is a global network camera manufacturer and security solutions provider. uniserve is an Axis ADP partner; Axis offers a broader camera and access-control portfolio and competes at the same enterprise customers.
• Bosch Security and Safety Systems: Bosch is a major global security systems provider offering cameras, VMS, access control, and fire detection. Notably, BOSCH is also a uniserve customer, illustrating overlap between integrator and incumbent vendor roles.
• Siemens Building Technologies: Siemens provides building automation, fire safety, and security systems as part of its smart infrastructure portfolio. Comparable enterprise customer base in industrial and critical infrastructure segments where uniserve also operates.
• Securitas: Securitas is a global security services and solutions provider with extensive guarding, monitoring, and electronic security offerings — competing with uniserve's 24/7 alarm monitoring and integrator services.

Others

• MOBOTIX AG: MOBOTIX is the German IP camera manufacturer whose products form the technical foundation of uniserve's WINSTON-based solutions. As uniserve's longest-standing Diamond Partner since 2001, MOBOTIX functions as a supplier/ecosystem partner rather than direct competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• Instagraminstagram.com/uniserve

Compliance11 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

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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