MURATA S.A.

What MURATA S.A. does

Murata S.A. is an Argentine private security company founded in 1993 that delivers integrated physical and electronic security services to individuals, businesses, institutions and government clients. Its portfolio spans monitored alarms (the proprietary Murata SAS / Sistema Activo de Seguridad), GPS vehicle tracking (the Murata SAT family with GSM/GPS, GSM/GPS Plus and GPS Full Carga variants), physical guarding and patrol services, cargo-in-transit custody, VIP personal protection, security consulting, access control, and an AI-powered virtual guard service called Vigilador Virtual. The Vigilador Virtual offering combines totem-mounted cameras with computer-vision-based video verification that streams to Murata's Central Receptora de Alarmas monitoring centers on a 24/7, 365-day basis. The GPS platform integrates GPS satellite positioning with GSM/GPRS communications, providing real-time location, route history retained for three years, anti-kidnapping features and remote vehicle blocking across more than 170 countries via international roaming. Murata also operates a Mobile DVR product supporting 1–8 cameras with GPS and 4G connectivity for real-time vehicle surveillance in custody, escort and fleet applications.

Name

MURATA S.A.

Legal name

MURATA S.A.

Website

https://murata.com.ar

Company type

Private

Founded year

1993

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Murata S.A. is an Argentine private security company founded in 1993 that provides monitored alarms, GPS vehicle tracking, physical security guards, AI-powered video surveillance, cargo custody and VIP protection to individuals, businesses, institutions and governments across Argentina and the Mercosur region.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private Security Services

NAICS

Security Guards and Patrol Services (561612), Security Systems Services (56162), Armored Car Services (561613)

SIC

Services-Detective, Guard & Armored Car Services (7381)

akta.pro primary industry

Residential Alarm Monitoring (Burglar/Intrusion) (BPAKAFAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Mobile Patrol & Alarm Response (BPAKAAAB), Intrusion Detection & Burglar Alarm Systems Integration (BPAKAGAC), Secure Transportation & Protective Driving (Armored / Convoy) (BPAKABAH), Executive/Board Security Advisory & Risk Briefings (BPAKADAK), Executive Protection & Close Protection Services (IMAIAEAC)

Keywords

• Private security services
• Monitored alarm systems
• GPS vehicle tracking
• Physical security guards
• Cargo custody services

Headquarters

HQ city

Buenos Aires (CABA)

HQ country

Argentina

HQ region

Latin America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Alarm Monitoring Services: Recurring monthly/annual subscription for 24/7 alarm monitoring services. Includes permanent monitoring centers (CMP), response teams, and police notification services.
2. GPS Vehicle Tracking Services: Subscription-based GPS tracking with fixed monthly monitoring fee. Includes vehicle location, route history (3-year storage), and emergency response services.
3. Physical Security/Vigilance Services: Security guard services for properties, businesses, and events. Personnel-based services with static, dynamic, and mounted patrol options.
4. Equipment Installation and Products: One-time sales and installation of security equipment including alarms, cameras, access control systems, electric fencing, and fire detection systems.
5. Custody and Escort Services: Goods in transit custody, VIP personal protection, and merchandise escort services with armed personnel and real-time tracking.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

MURATA S.A. provides integrated private security services in Argentina, delivering 24/7 monitored alarms (Murata SAS System), GPS vehicle tracking (Murata SAT with multiple variants), on-site physical security guards, AI-powered virtual guarding (Vigilador Virtual), mobile video surveillance, cargo custody, VIP protection, and security consulting. Its dual Central Receptora de Alarmas monitoring centers coordinate response with police, fire, and medical services for residential, commercial, institutional, and government clients.

Product overview

Murata S.A. is a private security company with over 30 years of experience in the Argentine market, offering a comprehensive and integrated portfolio of security products and services. The core offering centers on 24/7 Monitored Alarms (Alarmas Monitoreadas via the Murata SAS System) and GPS Vehicle Tracking (GPS SAT product line with three variants: GSM/GPS, GSM/GPS Plus, and GPS Full Carga). These are supplemented by Mobile Video Surveillance (DVR), the AI-powered Vigilador Virtual for building access monitoring, physical Security Guard services (Vigilancia Privada), VIP Security, Cargo Custody (Custodia de Mercadería), Security Consulting (Consultora de Seguridad), and Access Control. The GPS product family represents the company's technology-driven core platform, with the monitored alarm system serving as the central monitoring hub, and the Vigilador Virtual providing an AI-augmented entry-point solution for buildings and complexes.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Murata SAT: GPS Vehicular satellite tracking service for vehicle security and fleet management.
• Murata SAS System
• Vigilador Virtual

Products and services

• Alarmas Monitoreadas (Murata SAS System) 24/7 monitored alarms providing active security for commerce, industrial plants, and residences, combining infrared barriers, presence detectors, door controls, glass break sensors, smoke detectors, temperature sensors, and sabotage detection, with optional integration with web-based monitored cameras.
• GPS SAT (GPS Vehicular Murata SAT) Satellite GPS vehicle tracking system using GPS and GSM/GPRS technologies, providing real-time vehicle location, route history, anti-kidnapping protection, remote vehicle blocking, and electronic geofencing across 24/7 monitoring centers.
• GPS GSM/GPS Vehicular Entry-level GSM/GPS vehicle tracking product enabling real-time internet monitoring, vehicle control, localization, and remote blocking through Murata's web platform, with non-exposed installation and 3-year historical data storage.
• GPS GSM/GPS Plus Vehicular Enhanced GPS tracking with additional sensors including door sensors, cargo door sensors, trailer hitch sensors, fuel cap sensors, digital temperature sensors, electromechanical locks, microphones, panic buttons, and fuel cut-off, suitable for private vehicles and transport fleets.
• GPS Full Carga Vehicular Intelligent, optimized full-load vehicle security system for transport, distribution, and logistics companies, with embedded intelligence for telemetry and camera support (AVD accessory), enabling better trip management and operational profitability.
• Video Vigilancia Móvil (Mobile DVR) Mobile DVR system with 1 to 8 cameras, GPS, and 4G connectivity for real-time vehicle location on digital maps, available for custody vehicles, VIP escorts, public security vehicles, and private vehicles, supporting both SD card and hard drive storage.
• Consultora de Seguridad Security consulting service staffed by licensed security professionals, architects, electronic and IT engineers, offering risk analysis, security diagnostics, prevention studies, security structure implementation, and site surveys for corporate clients.
• Custodia de Mercadería en Tránsito Cargo custody and transit protection service with specially trained personnel and satellite tracking equipment, including personal escorts, VIP services, vehicle/personnel tracking, and transport of personalities with special or armored vehicles.
• Vigilancia y Seguridad Privada Physical security and private surveillance for industrial plants, public and private institutions, businesses, gated communities, and residences, with static, dynamic (patrol), and mounted surveillance options, all with permanent supervision and appropriate uniforms, equipment, and communications.
• Vigilador Virtual (Virtual Security Guard) AI-powered virtual guard service using totem-based surveillance for residential and corporate buildings, featuring bidirectional communication, direct connection to the alarm receiving center, effective deterrence, and video-verification with AI-based monitoring 24 hours a day.
• Seguridad VIP VIP security service for residences and families, including physical security personnel, uniformed guards, and monitored cameras for real-time home surveillance.
• Control de Acceso Access control system preventing unauthorized entry to properties and restricted areas, with local and remote monitoring of staff entry and exit times.

Quantifiable outcome

• 2000+ clients trust Murata services
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers22 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability2 records

Feature5 records

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Broad incumbents

• Prosegur: Spanish-headquartered global security conglomerate with major operations across Latin America including Argentina, offering integrated manned guarding, alarm monitoring, cash-in-transit and GPS/fleet services that directly overlap Murata's full portfolio.
• Securitas AB: Swedish global security services leader operating in Argentina through Securitas Argentina, providing guarding, monitoring, mobile patrols and technology-integrated solutions that compete head-to-head with Murata's enterprise offerings.
• Verisure Argentina: European-backed monitored alarm specialist with growing presence in Argentina offering 24/7 alarm monitoring and rapid response services that directly compete with Murata's residential and SMB alarm subscription business.
• Brink's Argentina: Global cash-in-transit and secure logistics specialist with significant Argentine operations providing armored transport, ATM servicing and valuables custody that directly compete with Murata's Custodia de Mercadería en Tránsito service line.
• ADT (Securitas Direct / Tyco) Argentina: Global alarm monitoring and home/business security brand operating in Argentina, directly comparable to Murata's Alarmas Monitoreadas and Vigilador Virtual subscription offerings for both residential and commercial customers.
• Allied Universal (formerly G4S Argentina): North American-headquartered global security services major (formed from G4S acquisition) with presence in Argentina delivering manned guarding, electronic security and monitoring services overlapping Murata's portfolio.

Direct peers

• Docks Seguridad Privada: Long-established Argentine private security company providing manned guarding, alarm monitoring, CCTV and access control services to corporate and institutional clients nationwide, directly comparable in size and customer mix to Murata.
• LoJack Argentina (CalAmp / Stellantis Connected): Argentina's leading stolen-vehicle recovery and GPS tracking brand, directly comparable to Murata's four-variant GPS SAT (GSM/GPS, GSM/GPS Plus, Full Carga, Mobile DVR) vehicular tracking product family.
• SIS Internacional (SIS Seguridad): Argentine private security firm offering physical guarding, alarm monitoring and electronic security to enterprises and government clients across Buenos Aires and major Argentine provinces — a close like-for-like domestic competitor.

Regional players

• Grupo Control Seguridad: Latin American regional private security provider offering manned guarding and electronic security services across Southern Cone markets (Chile, Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay), directly comparable to Murata's Mercosur expansion ambition.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCC2GBEQ9FSTb0FuHyXw2P-g
• Facebookfacebook.com/guillermo.murata
• Instagraminstagram.com/murata_seguridad
• Pinterestar.pinterest.com/MURATASEGURIDAD
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/murata-s-a

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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Investments

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