CNS Network

What CNS Network does

CNS Network GmbH is a privately held German IT service provider headquartered in Kolkwitz (near Cottbus), Brandenburg, operating for over 30 years under sole managing director Frank Storm. The company runs a dual-line business: a connectivity pillar offering DSL/FDSL/SDSL broadband internet (€19.99–€49.99/month, 12–24 month contracts) and VoIP-based internet telephony with number porting; and a security pillar branded as CNS VIDEO SECURITY that distributes, installs, and configures AI-powered video alarm systems featuring facial recognition, vehicle license plate recognition, body temperature measurement, and deep learning-based behavioral analysis. The company also acts as an authorized partner of Deutsche Glasfaser for fiber internet contract administration and home-network technical services in the region.

The go-to-market is sales-led and local, combining on-site consulting, a physical showroom in Kolkwitz, a 4-week free camera trial, and co-hosted community security events ('Sicherheitsoffensive Cottbus') with local police. Pricing is publicly disclosed only for internet and telephony tiers; video security is custom-quoted. Customer segments span private consumers, SMBs, healthcare facilities, government offices, retail, and event venues, all within the Brandenburg region. Revenue mechanics are subscription-based for connectivity and project/contract-based for security, with an optional alarm-receiving-center and security-guard response layer.

CNS Network is a micro-enterprise (1–10 employees) with no disclosed funding, parent company, or acquisition activity. The firm's strategic posture is that of a stable, long-tenured regional integrator leveraging trusted local relationships and a Deutsche Glasfaser channel relationship to bundle connectivity and physical-security services in a single regional market, rather than a high-growth technology company.

Name

CNS Network

Legal name

CNS Network GmbH

Website

https://cns-network.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1991

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

CNS Network GmbH is a German regional ISP and security integrator based in Kolkwitz, Brandenburg, offering broadband internet, VoIP telephony, and AI-powered video alarm systems to residential consumers, SMBs, healthcare, government, and retail customers across the Cottbus area.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Telecommunications and Security Services

NAICS

Wired and Wireless Telecommunications Carriers (except Satellite) (51711), Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths) (561621)

SIC

Services-Telephone Interconnect Systems (7385), Computer Communications Equipment (3576)

akta.pro primary industry

Municipal & Community Broadband Networks (HDAIACAE)

Keywords

• Broadband internet services
• Voip telephony services
• Ai video alarm systems
• Video surveillance solutions
• Network consulting services

Headquarters

HQ city

Kolkwitz

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Broadband Internet Services (DSL/FDSL/SDSL): Monthly subscription fees for broadband internet services including FDSL-25 (€29.99), FDSL-50 (€34.99), FDSL-100 (€44.99), SDSL-10 (€19.99), SDSL-16 (€24.99), and SDSL-16-12 (€49.99). Contracts have 12-24 month minimum terms with flat-rate options.
2. Video Alarm Systems (Sales, Rental, Installation): CNS develops, distributes and installs AI-powered video alarm systems for security. Offers test cameras for 4 weeks and rental options for body temperature measurement cameras for events and businesses.
3. Internet Telephony (VoIP): Voice over IP-based telephony services with prepaid or flat-rate options. Number porting and new local number setup available. Separate pricing lists for residential and business customers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

CNS Network GmbH is a German ICT and security service provider that sells broadband internet subscriptions (DSL/FDSL/SDSL tiers up to 100 Mbit/s), VoIP-based internet telephony with number porting, and AI-powered video alarm and surveillance systems featuring deep learning, facial recognition, vehicle license plate recognition, and body temperature measurement. The company develops, distributes, and installs these video security systems and also serves as an authorized partner of Deutsche Glasfaser for fiber internet contract administration and in-home network technical solutions.

Product overview

CNS Network GmbH is a telecommunications and security technology company offering a dual-core portfolio. The first pillar comprises broadband internet and VoIP telephony services, including DSL products (FDSL-25, FDSL-50, FDSL-100) with download speeds up to 100 Mbit/s and symmetric SDSL options (SDSL-10, SDSL-16) for business use, along with Internet telephony for residential and commercial customers. The second pillar is VIDEO SECURITY — AI-powered video alarm systems featuring facial recognition, vehicle license plate recognition, body temperature measurement, and deep learning-based behavioral analysis. The company also operates as a partner for Deutsche Glasfaser for fiber internet services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• CNS VIDEO SECURITY: Video alarms and surveillance systems with AI technology including face recognition, vehicle license plate recognition, body temperature measurement, and deep learning-based alarm systems for security.

Products and services

• Broadband Internet (DSL / FDSL / SDSL)

Quantifiable outcome

• False alarms nearly eliminated through AI technology

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability4 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Deutsche GlasfasercoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCNS Network operates as an authorized partner of Deutsche Glasfaser, one of Germany's major fiber optic network operators. They handle contract administration and technical solutions for fiber internet installations in customer home networks. Customers interested in Deutsche Glasfaser fiber can contact CNS Network via email ([email protected]) or phone for individualized consultation.

Scale indicators1 record

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• ABUS: Established German security products manufacturer covering locks, alarm systems, and video surveillance. Comparable as a Germany-based provider of video security and alarm hardware that competes for the same SMB and consumer security budgets.
• Bosch Security Systems: Global incumbent in video surveillance, intrusion detection, and access control. Competes with CNS for enterprise and government video alarm projects and represents the scaled, branded alternative CNS must differentiate against.
• Securitas Germany: Large global security services provider with significant German operations spanning guarding, alarm monitoring, and integrated security solutions. Comparable to CNS as a provider of alarm receiving/response services, though at vastly greater scale.

Direct peers

• M-net: Regional German broadband and telephony provider focused on Bavaria. Comparable to CNS in offering DSL/fiber internet, VoIP, and managed connectivity to consumers and SMBs within a defined regional footprint.
• Deutsche Glasfaser: One of Germany's leading FTTH operators and CNS Network's primary strategic partner. While not a direct competitor (CNS resells its fiber), Deutsche Glasfaser defines the broadband product economics and customer acquisition model CNS operates against.
• NetCologne: Regional German broadband, telephony, and TV provider serving the Cologne/Rhineland area. Closely mirrors CNS's regional telecom operator model with bundled internet and VoIP offerings for residential and business customers.
• Wilhelm.tel: Small regional German fiber/DSL and VoIP provider in the Hamburg metropolitan area. Most directly comparable to CNS in scale — a small team, single-region focus, and bundled internet + telephony positioning.
• Kötter Security: German security services and systems integrator offering alarm installation, monitoring, and security guarding. Directly comparable to CNS's video alarm and physical security installation business in the German market.
• EWE TEL: Regional German broadband, telephony, and mobile provider serving the EWE catchment in northern Germany. Closely comparable to CNS as a regionally focused telecom operator selling bundled internet, VoIP, and adjacent services to consumers and SMBs.

Regional players

• Tele Columbus: German cable/broadband operator (now operating as PŸUR) with broad regional German coverage. Comparable to CNS in selling broadband and telephony to households and SMBs, though at significantly larger scale.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

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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