DVS
DVS Ltd is a UK-based B2B trade distributor serving registered CCTV installers and integrators with Hikvision and complementary security, access control, fire detection, audio, and installation-tooling products through a trade-only e-commerce platform offering next-day delivery on 95% of stock.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2003
- HeadquartersCardiff, United Kingdom
- Headcount101–250
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingServices
What DVS does
DVS Ltd is a UK-based B2B trade distributor of CCTV, security, access control, and fire detection products, headquartered in Cardiff (Unit 3, Neptune Point, Vanguard Way, CF24 5PG) and operating as a subsidiary of Midwich Group. Founded in 2003, the company sells exclusively to registered CCTV installers and system integrators through a trade-only e-commerce platform with next-day delivery available on 95% of stock items. DVS is self-described as Europe's largest independent Hikvision distributor and the UK's leading distributor of CCTV, security, and fire detection products, distributing a multi-vendor portfolio that spans Hikvision (IP cameras, NVRs, DVRs, thermal, body-worn, software), Suprema (biometric access control), Kentec/C-TEC/Eaton/Ciqurix (fire detection panels), TOA (PAVA/audio), Toshiba (surveillance HDDs), Super Rod and Klein Tools (installation tooling), TP-Link and Veracity (network/transmission), Pyronix (intruder), and ivideon/HD Anywhere (cloud and HDMI distribution).
The company's revenue model is transactional product distribution: registered trade accounts place orders against a hidden price list on a pay-as-you-go billing basis, with value-added services including the HCSA CCTV Installer Training Academy, technical pre-configuration, and the Warranty Reloaded HDD replacement service. DVS addresses a primary customer persona of professional CCTV installers and integrators, and promotes verticalized solutions for the Education sector (campus and building surveillance) and Agriculture sector (farm and rural perimeter security) as secondary segments. Its product architecture is a catalogue of complementary categories—video surveillance, access control and intercoms, fire detection, intruder, monitors/displays, audio, cabling, network transmission, power, rapid-deployment solar, and management software (HikCentral Professional/Lite, Hikconnect Team Mode)—rather than a proprietary platform. The business is therefore positioned as a high-availability, trade-exclusive distribution channel whose economics depend on inventory turnover, vendor portfolio breadth, and installer-account stickiness rather than on proprietary IP or recurring software revenue.
DVS firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- DVS
- Legal name
- DVS Ltd
- Website
- https://dvs.co.uk
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2003
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 101–250 employees
- Short description
- DVS Ltd is a UK-based B2B trade distributor serving registered CCTV installers and integrators with Hikvision and complementary security, access control, fire detection, audio, and installation-tooling products through a trade-only e-commerce platform offering next-day delivery on 95% of stock.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
DVS industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Security & Surveillance Product Distribution
- SIC
- Wholesale-Hardware & Plumbing & Heating Equipment & Supplies (5070)
- akta.pro primary industry
- CCTV Networking, Cabling (PoE) & Storage Infrastructure (HSAHACAI)
Keywords
Where DVS is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Cardiff
- HQ country
- United Kingdom
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices1 record
Markets served
DVS business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Product Distribution: DVS generates revenue through distributing security, CCTV, access control, fire detection, and intruder alarm products to registered CCTV trade professionals. The model is transactional, with next-day delivery on 95% of stock items, suggesting high inventory turnover and efficient supply chain management.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Pay-as-you-go | Trade account pricing (requires registration) |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels1 record
Marketing channels9 records
DVS product offering
Product offeringCore offering
DVS is a UK-based B2B trade-only distributor of Hikvision and other branded CCTV, video surveillance, access control, fire detection, and intruder alarm products. The company sells exclusively to registered CCTV installers and system integrators through a trade e-commerce platform, offering next-day delivery on 95% of stocked items.
Product overview
DVS Ltd is the UK's leading distributor of Hikvision CCTV, Security and Fire Detection products, operating as a trade-only wholesaler serving CCTV installers and integrators. Their comprehensive product portfolio spans multiple categories: Video Surveillance (IP Cameras, Turbo HD Cameras, NVRs, DVRs, Thermal Cameras, Body Worn Cameras), Access Control & Intercoms (including video intercoms and biometric systems), Fire Detection (alarm panels, detectors, and video fire detection), Intruder Alarm Systems, Monitors & Displays, Audio Solutions, Cabling Infrastructure, Solar-Powered/Rapid Deployment Security, Server Cabinets, Management Software (HikCentral Professional, HikCentral Lite, Hikconnect Team Mode), Smart Home Products, Network & Transmission Equipment, and Power Supplies. The company distributes products from major brands including Hikvision, Suprema, Kentec, TOA, Toshiba, Super Rod, and Klein Tools. They offer value-added services including technical support, training (HCSA CCTV Installer Training Academy), preconfiguration, next-day delivery on 95% of stock, and a trade account system for registered installers.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- IP Cameras
Quantifiable outcome
- Next day delivery on 95% of stock items
Companies that use DVS
Customer profileNamed customers3 records
Segments3 records
Ideal customer profiles2 records
DVS technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
DVS partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
16 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- HikvisioncoreDVS is Europe's largest independent Hikvision distributor. The partnership involves distribution of the full Hikvision product range including IP cameras, Turbo HD cameras, NVRs, DVRs, access control, intercoms, fire detection, intruder alarms, audio solutions, and management software.
- SupremacoreDVS distributes Suprema access control products including BioStation 3, XPass Q2 intelligent QR/RFID reader, and BioStar Air cloud-based access control platform.
- KenteccoreDVS distributes Kentec fire detection products including the Taktis fire alarm system.
- ToshibacoreDVS has partnered with Toshiba for surveillance storage solutions. The partnership includes distribution of S300 and S300 Pro surveillance hard drives. DVS offers Warranty Reloaded service where they replace HDD with new one and restart warranty when needed.
- TOAcoreDVS distributes TOA voice alarm and sound systems including amplifiers, speakers, and integrated PA/VA solutions for sports facilities and multi-purpose halls.
- Super RodcoreDVS partnered with Super Rod, a Welsh company specializing in cable routing tools for tradesmen. Super Rod products include cable puller-feeders, cable rods, grippers, and tools designed for CCTV installers. The partnership includes dedicated kit offerings for CCTV installers.
- Klein ToolscoreKlein Tools is partnered with Super Rod, and their products are distributed through DVS. Klein Tools manufactures professional hand tools designed for electricians.
- TP-LinkminorDVS distributes TP-Link network management products including free cloud-based network management solutions.
- Midwich GroupcoreDVS Ltd is a subsidiary of Midwich Group, a specialist audio-visual distributor. DVS is identified as part of the Midwich Group in footer information and data protection documentation.
- Pyronix IntruderminorDVS distributes Pyronix intruder alarm products.
- C-TECminorDVS distributes C-TEC fire detection and safety products.
- LuminiteminorDVS distributes Luminite exterior detection and security products.
- CentinelminorDVS distributes Centinel security monitoring products.
- Evolution XPCminorDVS distributes Evolution XPC security products.
- EatonminorDVS distributes Eaton fire detection products.
- CiqurixminorDVS distributes Ciqurix fire detection products.
Scale indicators4 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights6 records
DVS competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Mayflex: UK distributor of IP security, networking, and cabling infrastructure products serving installers and integrators. Comparable to DVS in trade-channel B2B distribution, with overlap in network equipment and PoE infrastructure for surveillance deployments.
- CCTV Center: UK trade-only distributor of Hikvision and Dahua surveillance equipment, supplying professional installers. Overlaps with DVS in vendor mix, trade-only model, and UK geographic focus.
- Genie Ventures (Genie CCTV): UK distributor of CCTV, access control, and intruder products serving installers. Comparable to DVS as a UK-focused trade distributor with overlapping security product categories and installer customer base.
- COP Security: UK-based trade distributor specializing in Hikvision, Dahua, and Uniview CCTV products, with strong installer and integrator focus. Closest direct competitor to DVS given overlapping vendor mix and UK trade-only distribution model.
- Norbain SDH: One of the UK's largest trade-only distributors of CCTV, access control, and intruder detection products, serving professional installers. Directly comparable to DVS in customer base, trade-only B2B model, and Hikvision/Dahua-aligned product portfolio.
- Pro-Vision Distribution: UK distributor of CCTV, access control, and intruder detection products. Directly comparable to DVS as a UK trade distributor serving professional security installers with Hikvision and similar product lines.
Broad incumbents
- Anixter (Wesco): Global distributor of network, security, and communications infrastructure, with security product lines including surveillance and access control. Comparable to DVS at a much larger scale, with overlap in cabling, networking, and surveillance hardware distribution.
- ADI Global Distribution: Global wholesale distributor of low-voltage security, AV, and fire products, serving commercial installers across multiple continents. Comparable to DVS at the distribution-model level but at significantly larger scale and broader product/category breadth.
Regional players
- Smart R Distribution: UK and Ireland distributor of smart home, CCTV, and networking products. Comparable to DVS at the trade-distribution level with a partial product overlap (smart home, IP cameras), though with less depth in professional security.
Others
- Midwich Group: Publicly listed parent of DVS and a specialist AV distributor. Relevant as both owner and adjacent distributor — Midwich's AV channel could cross-sell DVS security products, and its broader supplier relationships inform DVS's positioning.
Market position
Strengths4 records
Weaknesses4 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
DVS social profiles
Digital presenceDVS financial estimates
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Valuation estimate
DVS leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles1 record
DVS funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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DVS M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments
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Frequently asked questions about DVS
What does DVS do?
DVS is a UK-based B2B trade-only distributor of Hikvision and other branded CCTV, video surveillance, access control, fire detection, and intruder alarm products. The company sells exclusively to registered CCTV installers and system integrators through a trade e-commerce platform, offering next-day delivery on 95% of stocked items.
Is DVS a public or private company?
DVS is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was DVS founded?
DVS was founded in 2003. It employs 101 to 250 people.
Where is DVS based?
DVS is headquartered in Cardiff, United Kingdom, in the Europe region.
How does DVS make money?
One revenue line is on record: product Distribution.
Who are DVS's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Mayflex, CCTV Center, Genie Ventures (Genie CCTV), COP Security, Norbain SDH and Pro-Vision Distribution. Broad incumbents are Anixter (Wesco) and ADI Global Distribution. Smart R Distribution is listed as a regional player. Midwich Group is listed as an others.
Does DVS have an API?
No public API is recorded for DVS.
What industry is DVS in?
DVS's product category is Security & Surveillance Product Distribution. Its primary akta.pro industry code is HSAHACAI, CCTV Networking, Cabling (PoE) & Storage Infrastructure. Its SIC code is 5070.