What Schirra IT does

Schirra IT GmbH is a German IT solutions provider founded in 2002 and headquartered in Kaiserslautern, operating across the D-A-CH region (Germany, Austria, Switzerland). The company delivers integrated IoT and IP-based video surveillance systems combined with AI-powered analytics for mid-market and enterprise customers in industrial, construction, logistics, energy, waste management, food and beverage, and public-sector verticals. Its product portfolio spans connected safety and security services (CCTV, access control, AI-based fire early detection), M2M communication for predictive maintenance, and construction progress documentation through the BauCam and GreenCam camera product lines together with the Baustellenportal cloud portal. A separately incorporated sister entity, comIT solutions GmbH (under common ownership and management by Marcel Kodran), handles web and mobile development, custom cloud portals, extranet/intranet solutions, and telematics platforms. The two entities operate as a dual-brand "two firms under one roof" structure that combines IoT/video expertise with agile application development.

The technical core combines third-party enterprise hardware (AXIS 4K UHD cameras, Bosch, Mobotix, Senstar, Kentix) with proprietary software components, including an in-house DSGVO-compliant image anonymization algorithm that automatically pixelates people, vehicles, and public areas, and a real-time object detection algorithm integrated from external AI vendors. The BauCam cloud platform is ISO/IEC 27001 certified, integrates with the German Weather Service API, and stores all data in German data centers with no US server involvement. Hardware includes the BauCam (4K, 4G/LTE, plug-and-play) and GreenCam (modular solar/wind/methanol power, LiFePO4 battery, -30°C operation) lines, with operation ranges of -40°C to +60°C and IP67/IP68/IK10 protection ratings. The company holds AXIS Solution Gold Partner and Bosch Certified Partner status alongside partnerships with Mobotix, Senstar, and Kentix.

Revenue is generated through four streams: IoT hardware sales, recurring monthly cloud subscriptions priced from €270 to €625 per month, custom software development, and professional installation and maintenance services. Distribution is primarily direct field sales for complex enterprise projects, supplemented by an online self-serve ordering portal for standard BauCam configurations. Minimum contract terms range from 3 to 24 months depending on tier. Named reference customers include Köster-Gruppe, STRABAG Züblin, Specht Gruppe, ZAK Kaiserslautern, WESTFA Flüssiggas, RECOM Power, EULER Group, TST Logistics, Glocken-Bäckerei, REMONDIS, Bindewald, ZAB (foreign education credentials), IKW, and Fraunhofer. The company is privately held, founder-managed, and operates without external investors.

Name

Schirra IT

Legal name

Schirra IT GmbH

Website

https://schirra-it.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

2002

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Schirra IT GmbH, founded 2002 and based in Kaiserslautern, Germany, delivers IoT-based IP video surveillance, AI-powered process monitoring, and construction documentation solutions to mid-market and enterprise customers across the DACH region.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

IoT Video Surveillance and Security Solutions

NAICS

Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151), Computer Systems Design and Related Services (5415), Custom Computer Programming Services (541511), Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (51821)

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

AI/Analytics Video Surveillance (Detection, LPR, People Counting) (HSAHACAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Cloud Video Surveillance (VSaaS) Setup & Management (HSAHACAE), Industrial Automation Software (SCADA, HMI, MES, Historian) (IMAHAHAJ), On-Device Inference Runtimes & SDKs (mobile/embedded) (HDAAAJAB)

Keywords

• IP video surveillance
• IoT security solutions
• Construction site documentation
• AI process monitoring
• Cloud portal development

Headquarters

HQ city

Kaiserslautern

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. IoT Hardware Sales: Sale of IP-based surveillance cameras, sensors, and related equipment including the BauCam and GreenCam product lines. Hardware includes AXIS 4K cameras, connectivity modules, and mounting solutions.
2. Cloud Monitoring Subscriptions: Monthly subscription fees for cloud-based monitoring and documentation services including BauCam portal access, live streaming, data storage in German data centers, and technical support.
3. Custom Software Development: Development of tailored cloud portals, extranet/intranet solutions, and web applications for enterprise clients. Services range from requirement analysis through development to ongoing maintenance.
4. Professional Services and Installation: On-site installation, configuration, and maintenance services including mast installation, mounting, and demounting. Additional fees for extended service coverage and support.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Schirra IT delivers IoT and IT solutions combining IP-based video surveillance, AI-powered process monitoring, and cloud-based documentation with custom web and mobile development via its comIT solutions sub-brand. Core offerings include the BauCam and GreenCam construction site camera systems, the Baustellenportal cloud documentation platform, GDPR-compliant image processing, M2M communication for predictive maintenance, access control, fire early detection, and tailored cloud portal/extranet/intranet development for enterprise and government clients.

Product overview

Schirra IT operates as a dual-brand company offering IoT and IT solutions through two divisions under one roof. The Schirra IT GmbH division provides IoT solutions including cloud-based sensor technology, documentation, and video solutions spanning intelligent video surveillance (CCTV), process monitoring, construction progress documentation (BauCam, GreenCam, Baustellenportal), drone defense, and access control systems. AI technology and M2M communication enable efficient monitoring that minimizes failure risk and maintenance costs. The comIT solutions GmbH sub-brand provides web solutions including customized cloud portal technology, telematics solutions, and Extranet/Intranet development. The product portfolio also includes Predictive Maintenance, Smart PDU power distribution measurements, and a proprietary real-time object detection algorithm. The BauCam and GreenCam products work with the Baustellenportal for construction documentation, while M2M solutions integrate with Predictive Maintenance for industrial clients.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• BauCam: IoT-Baustellen-Lösung für die Aufzeichnung des Baustellenfortschritts mit wetterfestem Kamerasystem basierend auf modernster Video- und Cloud-Technologie.
• GreenCam
• Baustellenportal

Products and services

• BauCam Weatherproof construction site camera system based on modern video and cloud technology that delivers 4K Ultra HD image resolution with automated GDPR-compliant anonymization for construction progress documentation. Includes AXIS 4K camera, 4G/LTE connectivity with Europe SIM, mobile data, and integration with the Baustellenportal cloud platform.
• GreenCam Modular, compact camera system that operates completely autonomously using a combination of wind, solar, conventional power, and battery buffer options with intelligent energy monitoring. Operates up to -30°C, features LiFePO4 battery with Smart BMS and integrated heating, and provides real-time power performance monitoring for remote or off-grid sites.
• Baustellenportal (Construction Site Portal) Cloud-based construction site portal for managing documentation images with GDPR-compliant processing, German data center storage, live image access, automated time-lapse creation, weather data integration, and brand customization options for multi-project documentation.
• Connected Safety & Security Services Cloud-based security technology encompassing CCTV camera surveillance and access control systems with AI-based video analytics. Protects people, buildings, and assets through custom-configured danger assessment and response procedures, providing deterrence, rapid security response, damage reduction, and criminal investigation support for industrial and commercial facilities.
• Prozessüberwachung (Process Monitoring) Digital process monitoring solution enabling continuous data collection and evaluation for sustainable process optimization, including error prevention and efficiency enhancement. Provides real-time insights into operational workflows, minimizes downtime, and increases productivity for industrial customers.
• M2M Communication AI-based machine-to-machine communication solutions for effective business process monitoring. Detects irregularities in operations or production early and triggers condition-based maintenance, enabling essential equipment maintenance according to actual wear patterns and minimizing operational risks sustainably.
• Telematik-Lösungen (Telematics Solutions) Customized cloud technology solutions enabling digital efficiency through capturing, analyzing, and evaluating data from deployed machinery and digital monitoring solutions for displaying internal work processes.
• Extranet- & Intranet-Technologien Customized cloud portal technology for developing and digitizing business processes with external partners and optimizing internal operational and communication workflows, enabling transparent management and easier communication.
• comIT Solutions - Web and Mobile Development Web development division specializing in web applications, portals, e-commerce systems, and software solutions tailored to customer specifications. Services include frontend development (Angular, REACT), backend development (PHP, Swift, JavaScript/NodeJS), web/native apps, CMS customization, outsourcing, and sales support.
• Predictive Maintenance Proactive machine and system maintenance solution using data-driven failure detection through modern data analysis. Continuously monitors equipment condition to identify potential problems before operational failures occur, extending equipment lifespan and reducing unexpected downtime and associated costs.
• Smart PDU (Power Distribution Unit) Precise power distribution measurement service providing detailed overview of energy consumption. Monitors power distribution and usage in individual devices or complete systems, enabling early detection of unusual activities, load peaks, or unnecessary energy waste.
• Brandfrüherkennung (Fire Early Detection) AI and thermography-based fire early detection solution for waste management, supply, and logistics industries. Protects customer reputation through early alerting and intervention using cutting-edge detection technologies that immediately identify thermal anomalies and trigger alarms before visible flames develop.

Quantifiable outcome

• DSGVO-compliant documentation with 100% automatic pixelation of identifying features
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers13 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

AI capability8 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core, standard, flagship and innovation.

• Axis CommunicationscoreTechnology or IntegrationAxis Communications is a major manufacturer of IP-based video surveillance equipment. Schirra IT holds Solution Gold Partner status, providing access to enterprise-grade cameras including 4K UHD models used in construction documentation and security applications. The partnership enables supply of industry-leading camera hardware with technical support and priority access to new products.
• Bosch Security SystemscoreTechnology or IntegrationBosch provides security and safety technology products. As a Certified Partner, Schirra IT integrates Bosch solutions into comprehensive security concepts for critical infrastructure and industrial facilities meeting KRITIS-DACH requirements.
• Mobotix AGstandardTechnology or IntegrationMobotix specializes in network camera technology. The partnership provides access to specialized camera systems for various surveillance applications across customer deployments.
• Senstar TechnologiesstandardTechnology or IntegrationSenstar provides perimeter security and intrusion detection solutions. Partnership enables integration of advanced perimeter protection technologies into customer security systems.
• Kentix AGstandardTechnology or IntegrationKentix offers intelligent building security solutions. Partnership allows integration of smart security technologies into comprehensive customer solutions.
• comIT solutions GmbHflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnercomIT solutions GmbH is a related company operating under the same ownership, specializing in web and mobile development, cloud portal technology, and digital transformation services. The two companies work together as 'two firms under one roof' combining IoT/video expertise with software development capabilities. Marcel Kodran serves as managing director for both entities.
• AWS Institut (ARIKI Project)innovationStrategic or Co-development PartnerARIKI is a research project in wastewater management using AI-powered automated inspection systems. Schirra IT contributes to developing digital operating models for water utilities in Europe to promote sustainable industry development, combining AI with IoT inspection technologies.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Emerging players

• Buildots: AI-based construction progress monitoring using hard-hat-mounted 360° cameras and computer vision. Overlaps with Schirra IT's BauCam use case but uses a different capture modality and is venture-backed.
• Vaidio (VXR Research / IronYun): AI video analytics platform offering real-time object detection, fire detection, and process monitoring — directly comparable to Schirra IT's computer vision and anomaly detection capabilities integrated into its surveillance deployments.

Broad incumbents

• Genetec: Large-scale unified security, VMS, and VSaaS platform (Security Center, Genetec Clearance). Competes with Schirra IT's cloud surveillance offering but at a much broader portfolio level across physical security and access control.
• Axis Communications: Global leader in network cameras and a Gold Partner of Schirra IT. Axis is both supplier and potential competitor as it expands its own cloud and analytics offerings, making it the most strategic peer relationship.
• Bosch Security Systems: Major incumbent in video surveillance, access control, and intrusion detection with a Certified Partner relationship to Schirra IT. Overlaps heavily in the critical infrastructure and industrial security segments where Schirra IT also serves customers.

Direct peers

• OxBlue: Construction jobsite camera and time-lapse documentation provider with a subscription model. Closest U.S. analog to BauCam/GreenCam for fixed-camera construction documentation.
• OpenSpace: AI-powered construction progress documentation and 360° capture platform. Directly comparable to BauCam and Baustellenportal, but built around 360° imagery and AI rather than fixed 4K cameras.
• Eagle Eye Networks: Global cloud-managed video surveillance (VSaaS) provider. Highly comparable to Schirra IT's cloud portal + subscription surveillance model, though at significantly greater scale and geographic reach.
• HoloBuilder (by FARO): Construction progress documentation and reality capture platform, now part of FARO. Directly comparable to Schirra IT's construction documentation product line for project monitoring and stakeholder communication.
• Mobotix: German-based IP video surveillance camera manufacturer and a direct technology partner of Schirra IT. Mobotix competes and collaborates in the same DACH IP-camera-and-software niche that Schirra IT serves.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

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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