What ALTAS IT does

ALTAS IT SIA is a Riga, Latvia-based specialty distributor and systems integrator of professional security technology, founded as the Baltic arm of the ALTAS group in 2011. The company distributes video surveillance, access control, perimeter security, and integrated Video Management Systems (VMS) to certified security system integrators across the Baltic states, with direct enterprise engagement on complex integrated projects. Its product portfolio spans tier-1 international brands held under exclusive Latvia distribution agreements — including Genetec (unified VMS/access control/ALPR platform), Digifort (VMS), Hanwha Vision (IP cameras with Wisenet AI chipsets), MOBOTIX (IP video surveillance), STid (contactless access), Vanderbilt/ACRE, Senstar, SimonsVoss, Flasheye, Sorhea, IDEMIA, OPSYS Technologies, and Density Global — alongside proprietary manufactured products (Slim Sensor patient monitoring system since 2019, EMITLIGHT infrared illuminators since 2015). Products are positioned for regulatory compliance with ES, NDAA, FCC, NIS2, and GDPR requirements.

The company operates a hybrid go-to-market combining indirect channel sales through a formal Partner Program (offering certified integrators promotional pricing, service discounts, lead generation, and co-marketing) with direct enterprise and government field sales on integrated projects. Revenue is generated across four streams: hardware distribution of third-party security products, professional services for system design and implementation, sales of proprietary own-brand products, and recurring subscription revenue from equipment rental (since 2019) and remote equipment monitoring contracts (since 2021). Group operations span three wholly-owned regional subsidiaries in Latvia (2011), Lithuania (2012), and Estonia (2015), with Finland market entry announced for 2026.

ALTAS IT has scaled to serve 650+ loyal customers with 3,400+ completed orders and 40+ manufacturer partner relationships, operating with 11-50 employees in Latvia. The company is privately held as part of ALTAS grupa under Board Chairman Māris Baltbergs, with no external institutional funding or public listing disclosed. Strategic emphasis is on building a regulated, compliance-aligned security technology ecosystem — leveraging ALTAS Akadēmija for partner training and ALTAS group's 32+ year Baltic operating history as competitive positioning.

Name

ALTAS IT

Legal name

SIA "ALTAS IT"

Website

https://altas.lv

Company type

Private

Founded year

2011

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Physical Security Systems Distribution and Integration

NAICS

Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths) (561621), Security Systems Services (56162), Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151)

SIC

Wholesale-Electronic Parts & Equipment, Nec (5065)

akta.pro primary industry

Access Control & Identity Systems Integration (Badge, Biometrics, Mobile) (BPAKAGAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Security & Access Management (Guarding/CCTV/Access Control) (IMAIAAAC), IT Procurement & Sourcing Services (Hardware/Software) (BPAEAOAG)

Keywords

• Video surveillance systems
• Access control systems
• Perimeter security solutions
• Video management platforms
• Security systems distribution

Headquarters

HQ city

Riga

HQ country

Latvia

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Security Technology Distribution: ALTAS IT acts as a distributor of professional security technology products (cameras, access control, VMS, sensors) to certified security system integrators across the Baltic countries. Revenue is generated through the sale of hardware and software products sourced from international manufacturers.
2. Integrated Security Systems Design & Implementation: For integrated security projects, ALTAS IT provides end-to-end engagement from initial consultation and project planning through to implementation and technical support, addressing complex infrastructure needs with unified security platforms (Genetec, Digifort).
3. Own-Brand Products: ALTAS IT manufactures proprietary products including Slim Sensor (smart patient monitoring system) and EMITLIGHT infrared illuminators, generating product revenue with exclusive distribution rights.
4. Equipment Monitoring & Rental: Remote equipment monitoring contracts (since 2021) and equipment rental services (since 2019) providing recurring service revenue.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

ALTAS IT SIA distributes professional IP video surveillance, access control, perimeter protection, and integrated VMS security systems to certified security system integrators across the Baltic states (Latvia, Lithuania, Estonia). The company holds exclusive distribution rights in Latvia for leading global brands including Genetec, Digifort, STid, Mobotix, Hanwha Vision, EMITLIGHT, Kentix, and Vanderbilt/ACRE. For complex integrated security projects, ALTAS IT additionally provides direct end-to-end design, consultation, and implementation services to enterprise and government end-customers via dedicated Project Managers. The company also manufactures its own proprietary Slim Sensor smart patient monitoring system and EMITLIGHT infrared illuminators for perimeter security.

Product overview

ALTAS IT is a security solutions provider and distributor in the Baltic states, specializing since 2004 in professional video surveillance systems, access control, perimeter security, and integrated VMS solutions. The company distributes and implements products from multiple international manufacturers including Hanwha Vision (IP cameras up to 8K with Wisenet AI chipsets), Genetec (unified Security Center platform with VMS, access control, and ALPR), and Digifort (VMS and ISMS for video management and integrated security). Access control solutions include STid Security (RFID/NFC/Bluetooth), Genetec Synergis (IP access control), and SimonsVoss (digital locks). Perimeter security offerings include Senstar, Hirsch, Opsys (4D LiDAR), Flasheye (3D LiDAR), and thermal cameras. The company also produces the Slim Sensor patient monitoring system and offers the ALTAS Akadēmija training platform and Partneru Programma for certified integrators. Solutions comply with ES security, NDAA, and FCC requirements.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ALTAS Akadēmija: Training academy offering events calendar, educational videos, and informative materials for partners
• Partneru programma

Products and services

• Digifort VMS Video Management System providing comprehensive video clip management, efficient video stream management, monitoring, and analysis from analog and IP surveillance cameras. Includes video analytics, motion detection, object tracking, face recognition, and heat map functionality for retail, transport, healthcare, education, banking, and government.
• Digifort ISMS Integrated Security Management System offering a versatile platform for various industries including retail, transport, healthcare, education, banking, and government for security and surveillance needs.
• Genetec Security Center Unified security platform integrating video surveillance (VMS), access control, automatic number plate recognition (ALPR), and communications. Provides centralized security management with open architecture and interoperability for enterprise and government customers.
• Genetec Synergis IP-based access control system with open architecture that integrates with a wide range of third-party access control devices. Unifies access control with video and other security systems for comprehensive situational awareness.
• STid Security Access Control Contactless identification solutions including RFID, NFC, Bluetooth Smart, and IoT technologies for physical access control, vehicle identification, and personnel identification with high-security encryption and authentication.
• Hanwha Vision Cameras Comprehensive security and video surveillance solutions including IP cameras up to 8K resolution, NVRs, video management systems, and video/audio analytics. Wisenet chipset series with AI capabilities including people/vehicle detection, motion detection, virtual line crossing, object tracking, and tamper detection.
• Slim Sensor Smart Patient Monitoring System Proprietary IoT-based smart patient monitoring system manufactured by ALTAS IT, used for monitoring patients in healthcare and care facilities.
• EMITLIGHT Infrared Illuminators Proprietary manufactured infrared illuminators for perimeter security applications, with exclusive distribution rights in Latvia. Provides illumination support for video surveillance systems in low-light and nighttime conditions.
• SimonsVoss Digital Wireless Locks Digital and electronic wireless lock solutions from Germany for doors, gates, and elevators. Expands ALTAS IT's access control product range with German-engineered locking technology.
• IDEMIA Biometric Access Control Biometric and cryptographic access control solutions providing high-security identification for physical access management in enterprise and government environments.
• Senstar Perimeter Intrusion Detection Perimeter intrusion detection solutions and video analytics sensors for protecting critical infrastructure and high-security sites from unauthorized entry.
• Opsys 4D LiDAR Perimeter Detection 4D LiDAR sensor systems and solid-state equipment for advanced perimeter detection, providing high-precision detection and tracking for security applications.
• Flasheye 3D LiDAR Perimeter Security 3D LiDAR systems for perimeter security from Swedish manufacturer Flasheye, providing accurate detection in all weather and lighting conditions.
• Density Fog Security System Fog security systems that generate extra-dense fog to prevent theft, integrating with leading security and alarm platforms for active intrusion response.
• Mobotix IP Video Surveillance Systems IP video surveillance and security systems from German manufacturer Mobotix AG, distributed exclusively in Latvia by ALTAS IT. Multiple international awards received for ALTAS IT's Mobotix projects (Best Project 2009/2010, Best Growth Strategy 2014, Special Recognition 2016).
• Vanderbilt (ACRE) Access Control Systems Physical access control systems from Vanderbilt Industries (ACRE) distributed exclusively in Latvia by ALTAS IT, providing enterprise-grade access management solutions.
• Hirsch (Sorhea) Perimeter Intrusion Detection Perimeter intrusion detection solutions from French manufacturer Sorhea (now operating as Hirsch), offering full-cycle security technologies for any project.
• Integrated Security System Design & Implementation Services End-to-end professional services covering consultation, project planning, system design, implementation, and technical support for complex integrated security projects at large enterprises, government institutions, and critical infrastructure operators across the Baltic region.
• Remote Equipment Monitoring Service Remote equipment monitoring service contracts providing proactive monitoring and maintenance of deployed security systems for customers across the Baltic region.
• Security Equipment Rental Service Security equipment rental service allowing customers to rent security technology products for temporary or project-based deployments.

Quantifiable outcome

• 650+ loyal customers served across Baltic countries
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers24 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability5 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Hanwha VisioncoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2022Partnership agreement signed in 2022 for distribution of Hanwha Vision IP cameras (up to 8K resolution), VMS, and video/audio analytics solutions. Hanwha Vision is a leading global manufacturer with manufacturing in Korea and Vietnam, NDAA compliant, ISO 9001 certified.
• LNK IndustriesminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2020Successful cooperation started in 2020 with LNK Industries, a construction and industrial engineering company, on integrated security projects.
• Genetec Inc.coreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2019Exclusive distribution agreement for Genetec Security Center unified security platform (VMS, access control, ALPR) in Latvia, signed in 2019. ALTAS IT holds exclusive product representation rights.
• STid SecuritycoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2019Exclusive distribution agreement for STid contactless access control solutions in Latvia (2019). STid is France's leading contactless identification specialist offering RFID, NFC, Bluetooth, and IoT-based access readers. ALTAS IT holds exclusive representation rights.
• Digifort GlobalcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2018Exclusive distribution agreement for Digifort VMS (Video Management System) in Latvia, signed in 2018. Digifort provides comprehensive video management with analytics, motion detection, and object tracking.
• MOBOTIX AGcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2012Exclusive distribution rights for MOBOTIX IP video surveillance and security systems in Latvia obtained in 2012. Partnership has generated multiple international awards for ALTAS IT (Best Project 2009/2010, Best Growth Strategy 2014, Special Recognition 2016).

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Anixter (WESCO): Anixter, now part of WESCO International, is a global distributor of network, security, and communications products serving enterprise and integrator customers worldwide. It is a broad incumbent peer given its similar role distributing security hardware and integrated platform solutions to professional integrators.
• ALSO Group: ALSO Group is a major European IT and security technology distributor offering a broad portfolio including surveillance, access control, and integrated solutions across multiple countries. It is comparable to ALTAS IT as a multi-vendor channel distributor serving resellers/integrators with similar value-added services, but at significantly larger scale and geographic reach.
• ScanSource Security: ScanSource is a global value-added distributor of technology solutions, including a dedicated security division offering video surveillance, access control, and intrusion products. It is comparable to ALTAS IT as a multi-vendor physical security distributor serving integrators, though with significantly broader geographic and product breadth.
• ADI Global Distribution: ADI Global Distribution is one of the world's largest wholesale distributors of security, AV, and low-voltage products, serving commercial and residential integrators globally. It is comparable as a security-focused wholesale distributor with deep multi-vendor portfolios, though operating at much larger scale than ALTAS IT.

Others

• Genetec Inc. Genetec is a global unified security platform provider (VMS, access control, ALPR) and ALTAS IT's exclusive distribution partner in Latvia. It is comparable as an upstream vendor whose technology stack ALTAS IT monetizes, and represents both an enabling partner and a potential disintermediation risk.
• Hanwha Vision: Hanwha Vision is a leading global manufacturer of IP video surveillance and AI-driven analytics cameras and a key ALTAS IT partner since 2022. It is comparable as a vendor whose hardware portfolio ALTAS IT distributes and integrates, and is highly relevant as a benchmark for the type of global security player ALTAS IT depends on for scale.

Direct peers

• EET Group: EET Group is a European value-added distributor of IT, surveillance, and security products with presence in the Nordics and Baltics. It is a direct peer as a regional multi-brand distributor of professional security technology serving resellers and integrators, with overlapping vendor relationships and a similar channel-partner business model.
• Mayflex: Mayflex is a UK-based distributor of IP security, networking, and infrastructure products serving system integrators and installers. It is a direct peer as a regional value-added distributor focused on professional security integrators with a similar portfolio-led approach and training programs.
• Norbain: Norbain is a UK-based distributor of CCTV, access control, and intruder detection products, established in the security distribution space for decades. It is a direct peer as a security-only value-added distributor with deep manufacturer relationships and integrator-focused services comparable to ALTAS IT's model.
• ELKO Group: ELKO Group is a Riga-headquartered IT and electronics distributor serving the Baltic states and broader EMEA with consumer electronics, IT, and security/surveillance products. It is a direct comparable as a regional multi-brand IT/security distributor operating out of Latvia with similar channel-partner and enterprise GTM models.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance10 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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