What Cortech Developments does

Cortech Developments, founded in 1992 and headquartered in Knutsford, Cheshire, is a privately held UK software company that builds Datalog, a modular open-integration platform consolidating disparate security, fire, safety, and building management systems into a single central operation. The product has evolved through six generations, with Datalog QL (launched September 2024) introducing Secure by Design architecture, a browser-based workstation, Cyber-Shield core security, integrated operations dashboards, and situation-responsive workflows. Complementary modules include Datalog MV and Datalog QL MV for video/CCTV management, and Datalog ion as an entry-level integration option. The architecture is managed through an intuitive GUI and exposes an extensive third-party driver library covering perimeter, access control, intruder, CCTV, fire, BMS, ANPR, intercom, asset tracking, video analytics, and radio paging systems.

The company earns revenue through software licensing and subscriptions, annual support contracts, professional services delivered by certified software engineers, and CPD-accredited training. Pricing is quote-based with an annual billing cadence, distributed through direct enterprise sales (UK National Account Managers and a Dubai-based Middle East team) and a four-tier Technical Partner Programme (Platinum Plus, Platinum, Gold, Recognised) that includes over 50 partners globally and a separate Delivery Partner arrangement. Manufacturing partnerships with Vicon (20+ years), Hanwha Techwin, Hikvision, Nedap, Zenitel (15 years), Geutebruck, Redvision, Digifort, and others provide certified compatibility at the device level.

Cortech targets enterprise customers in high-security and critical infrastructure verticals, including defence, prisons, healthcare, education, utilities, transportation, stadia, retail, and oil and gas. Its most cited market position is 50% penetration of UK water utility companies, with other named deployments spanning M&S Bank Arena Liverpool, Middle East energy and retail multi-site operators, and international academic institutions. The company operates from the UK and a wholly owned Middle East subsidiary (Cortech Developments Middle East FZCO) in Dubai, serving the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. It holds ISO 27001:2022, ISO 9001:2015, Cyber Essentials, and Cyber Essentials Plus certifications, "Made in Britain" accreditation, and has maintained carbon neutral status for five consecutive years.

Name

Cortech Developments

Legal name

Cortech Developments Ltd

Website

https://cortech.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

1992

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Cortech Developments is a UK-based software provider, founded in 1992, that builds the Datalog integration platform for consolidating security, fire, safety, and building management systems. It serves enterprise customers in high-security and critical infrastructure sectors through direct sales and a global Technical Partner network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Integrated Security Management Software

NAICS

Computer Systems Design and Related Services (5415), Custom Computer Programming Services (541511), Software Publishers (5132), Software Publishers (51321)

SIC

Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373), Services-Computer Programming, Data Processing, Etc. (7370), Services-Prepackaged Software (7372), Services-Computer Programming Services (7371)

akta.pro primary industry

Data Platform (Unified Data & Analytics) Suites (HDAEABAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Configuration Management Database (CMDB) Platforms (HDAEALAE), Database/Application Data Layer Modernization (DB migration, ORM, caching) (BPAEAFAL), GraphQL, gRPC & Modern API Protocols (BPAMAOAK), Network Discovery, Topology Mapping & Inventory/CMDB (HDAFAMAF)

Keywords

• Integrated security management
• Building management software
• Access control integration
• CCTV video management
• Fire safety integration

Headquarters

HQ city

Knutsford

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Software Licenses and Subscriptions: Cortech generates revenue from software licensing of their Datalog platform suite (Datalog QL, Datalog 5, Datalog MV, Datalog ion). The software is sold as a modular solution where customers can purchase different modules based on their integration needs.
2. Annual Support Contracts: Comprehensive support packages offered for end users, integrators, and consultants. Support provides technical expertise via email, telephone, remote diagnostics, and on-site assistance. Includes free software updates for minor releases, enhancements, and bug fixes.
3. Professional Services: Integration services, system configuration, and custom development work performed by fully trained and certified software engineers.
4. Training Services: Learning and development courses including Datalog 5 Engineer Recertification Training and Datalog QL Engineer Training Programme. Training is CPD accredited.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Cortech Developments develops and sells Datalog, a modular open-integration software suite that consolidates disparate third-party security, fire, safety and building management systems into a single centrally managed operation with an intuitive Graphical User Interface. The portfolio includes the flagship sixth-generation Datalog QL (Secure by Design), Datalog 5, Datalog MV (CCTV/video management), Datalog QL MV and the entry-level Datalog ion, sold primarily through annual software licenses, recurring support contracts and professional integration/training services to high-security and critical infrastructure end users.

Product overview

Cortech Developments offers Datalog, a modular-based software suite serving as an open integration platform for security, fire, safety and building technologies. The product portfolio consists of the core platform offerings Datalog QL (sixth-generation) and Datalog 5, complemented by specialized modules including Datalog MV and Datalog QL MV for video/CCTV management, and Datalog ion as an entry-level module. All products consolidate disparate third-party systems including access control, fire alarms, CCTV, perimeter detection, and building management into one central manageable operation with an intuitive Graphical User Interface. The company provides comprehensive support services alongside the software.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Datalog QL Sixth-generation open platform integrated software management solution designed for the modern, cyber-secure environment. Built on 'Secure by Design' principles with cyber-secure architecture, intuitive GUI, browser-based workstation, Cyber-Shield core security, browser-based reporting, integrated operations dashboards, situation-responsive workflow, and Datalog MV video management. Targeted at high-security and critical infrastructure customers.
• Datalog 5 Complete, modular software suite that displays data from separate operational systems into a central hub. Integrates security cameras, secure door access, fire alarms, CCTV and more into a single operation, designed for hospitals, prisons, universities and college campuses to deliver reduced operator times and greater situational awareness.
• Datalog MV Comprehensive CCTV/video management system that consolidates video management into the central Datalog operation, enabling monitoring and control of CCTV, DVR, NVR and VMS products.
• Datalog QL MV Video management component for the Datalog QL platform providing CCTV management capabilities within the sixth-generation solution.
• Datalog ion Entry-level Datalog module offering basic integration capabilities for smaller or simpler deployments.
• Additional Services Complementary services including annual technical support contracts, CPD-accredited training programmes (Datalog 5 Engineer Recertification Training and Datalog QL Engineer Training Programme), and professional integration/custom development services delivered by fully trained and certified software engineers, supporting Datalog software implementation, migration and ongoing operation.

Quantifiable outcome

• 50% of UK water utility companies use Datalog for centralised operations
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles7 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration23 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

36 partnerships are on record, tiered core, standard and premium.

• GeutebruckcoreTechnology or Integration · 24 September 2025Partnership in high-security sector for seamless integration and operational efficiency in safeguarding national critical infrastructure.
• Business Insight 3coreTechnology or Integration · 24 September 202510-year synergy in enhancing security through collaboration. Business Insight 3 serves as a technology partner for integrated security solutions.
• Zicam SecuritystandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 5 June 2025Zicam Security joins Technical Partner Programme as Gold Technical Partner, expanding reach in security integration market.
• PointercoreTechnology or Integration · 20 May 2025Partnership dedicated to protecting critical infrastructure of the UK water industry through integrated security solutions. Pointer has achieved Platinum Plus status in the Technical Partner Programme.
• Redvision and DigifortcoreTechnology or Integration · 15 May 2025Trilateral partnership to enhance security solutions for Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) environments. Combines expertise across video management and analytics platforms.
• Secure LogiqcoreTechnology or Integration · 26 March 2025Strategic partnership with Secure Logiq appointing them as approved supplier of IT hardware for security infrastructure solutions. Collaboration enables optimised security infrastructure performance in mission-critical environments.
• Spectrum Safety SolutionsstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 18 March 2025Spectrum Safety Solutions Private Limited (SSSPL) joins Technical Partner Programme as Approved Technical Partner, serving academic environments across India.
• Fortecho SolutionscoreTechnology or Integration · 30 September 2024Partnership for smarter security in museums and galleries. Integrated solution provides object-focused security, particularly important during daytime visiting hours.
• Pointer (Water Industry)coreTechnology or Integration · 16 August 2024Partnership dedicated to safeguarding the water industry with integrated security management solutions for critical infrastructure.
• Harper Chalice (HatchSecure)coreTechnology or Integration · 28 May 2024Successful integration between Datalog and HatchSecure, Harper Chalice's cutting-edge hatch intrusion detection system for high-security applications.
• PMR Products (SafetyNet)coreTechnology or Integration · 7 February 2024Successful integration between Datalog and SafetyNet alarm monitoring and response solution, enabling seamless centralised alarm management for high-security environments.
• Eclipse Digital SolutionspremiumChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 16 January 2024Promoted to highest status of Technical Partner Programme, Platinum Plus.
• Protec Fire and Security GroupstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 8 November 2023Gold Technical Partner, completed successful upgrade project for M&S Bank Arena Liverpool.
• Alarm Radio Monitoring (ARM)standardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 16 October 2023Gold Technical Partner joining Technical Partner Programme.
• BCI DefencestandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 27 September 2023BCI Defence joins Technical Partner Programme, expanding defence sector capabilities.
• TelectronstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 7 September 2023Telectron joins Technical Partner Programme as Approved Technical Partner.
• CignetixstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 31 August 2023Cignetix joins Technical Partner Programme as Approved Technical Partner.
• Intervid SecuritystandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 24 May 2023Approved Technical Partner joining Technical Partner Programme.
• ViconcoreTechnology or Integration · 17 May 2023Celebration of 20-year partnership between Cortech Developments and Vicon, a global security and surveillance technology leader.
• Trident Specialist SolutionsstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 6 March 2023Delivery Partner specialising in Datalog management suite. Team has been working with Cortech since 2008 and completed projects in leisure industry.
• RuswinstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 6 December 2022First Technical Partner in Indonesia. Major security integration project delivered for leading international educational institution.
• Fortecho SolutionscoreTechnology or Integration · 2 November 2022Partnership for museums and galleries providing extra level of object-focused security, particularly important during daytime hours when other systems are turned off.
• Lee SecuritystandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 19 October 2022Gold Partner joining Technical Partner Programme.
• ZenitelcoreTechnology or Integration · 27 September 2022Celebration of 15 years of integration between Cortech Developments and Zenitel, combining decision management software with audio solutions.
• NorthstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 27 July 2021Gold Partner joining Technical Partner Programme.
• Mitie SecuritystandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 30 March 2021Gold Partner joining Technical Partner Programme.
• Pointer LtdpremiumChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 29 March 2021Achieved Platinum status in Technical Partner Programme, later promoted to Platinum Plus.
• Alarm Communications Ltd (ACL)standardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 11 January 2021Gold Partner, completed hospitality industry project with integrated security solution.
• Nedap Security ManagementcoreTechnology or Integration · 4 January 2021Integration of Datalog with Nedap's SENSIT parking bay occupancy detection platform and AEOS Access Control platform.
• Argus Services Ltd (ASL)premiumChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 30 July 2020First Platinum Technical Partner in the programme, achieving highest partner status.
• TopguardstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 13 July 2020Gold Partner, having worked together on numerous projects for 15 years.
• Atus SystemsstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 7 July 2020Joined Technical Partner Programme.
• Reliance High-TechpremiumChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 29 January 2020Achieved Platinum Partner status, having taken their relationship with Cortech to the next level.
• DAVANTISstandardTechnology or Integration · 10 June 2019Integration of Datalog Integrated Security Management Software with DAVANTIS Advanced Analytics Video platform for perimeter security.
• Hanwha TechwincoreTechnology or Integration · 4 June 2019Wisenet Network Video Recorders integrated with Datalog MV. Full integration between Hanwha Techwin's Wisenet Wave VMS and Datalog MV.
• HikvisioncoreTechnology or Integration · 1 November 2018Integration of Datalog MV with Hikvision video cameras and surveillance products.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Qognify: Qognify (formerly NICE Situator) provides enterprise incident management and PSIM software for critical-infrastructure, transport and utilities, directly competing with Cortech Datalog in CNI and high-security control rooms.
• Milestone Systems: Milestone's XProtect open-platform VMS underpins many integrated security estates and is a manufacturer partner comparator; it overlaps with Datalog MV for CCTV management and broader integration use cases.
• Genetec: Genetec Security Center is the leading unified security platform (video, access control, ALPR, intrusion) widely deployed in enterprise and public-safety environments; directly comparable to Cortech's Datalog as an open, integration-centric PSIM/physical-security suite.

Emerging players

• Zenitel: Zenitel provides intercom and critical-communications solutions integrated with Datalog for 15+ years; a long-standing partner and a comparable niche European player in security intercom/intelligence communications.
• Bold Technologies: Bold's Manitou PSIM focuses on central-station and alarm monitoring workflows, partially overlapping with Cortech's alarm/incident management use cases for high-security and CNI customers.
• Nedap Security Management: Nedap's AEOS access control platform is both a competitor in access-centric integrations and an existing Datalog partner (Cortech integrates AEOS); represents the same independent, open-integration philosophy as Cortech.

Others

• Vicon Industries: Vicon is a 20-year Cortech manufacturing partner for VMS and CCTV; adjacent in the value chain as a hardware/VMS vendor whose products are integrated via Datalog MV rather than a direct software competitor.

Broad incumbents

• Bosch Security and Safety Systems: Bosch offers integrated access control, video and intrusion management widely used in commercial and public-sector buildings; competes with Cortech in mid-market and enterprise integrated security deployments.
• Siemens Smart Infrastructure: Siemens Desigo CC and SiPass Integrated compete for the same hospital, university, transport and utility estates Cortech targets, typically through large multi-year building technology programmes.
• Honeywell Building Technologies: Honeywell's Pro-Watch and HUS integrated security platforms serve enterprise and CNI customers with bundled hardware/software; broader incumbent with deeper pockets but less focused on open third-party integration than Cortech.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/cortech_uk

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Subsidiaries1 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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