Physical Security
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August 20th, 2025
Allegion’s Investment Strategy: 20 Startups Expanding Their Technology Horizon
This Research Note examines Allegion’s relationships with smart building startups over the last 6 years. We highlight recent startup acquisitions, venture capital investments, and strategic alliances which complement their predominantly mechanical security products and systems business. This article updates our previous Research Notes in March 2025 on Allegion’s strategic direction and our coverage of the […]
Secom Strengthens Global Presence with Strategic $60m Avtel Acquisition
This Research Note examines Secom’s strategic acquisition of Singapore-based security systems integrator, Avtel, highlighting the transaction details, strategic rationale, global operations, and reported revenues of the target. We explore Secom’s expansion strategy and comment on its current and previous investments beyond Japan. Transaction Details & Strategic Rationale Secom Co. Ltd. announced on 25th July 2025 […]
Startup Acquisitions Surge 60% in Smart Buildings: 10 Big Strategic H1 2025 Deals
In this Research Note, we review 10 notable acquisitions completed in H1 2025 by strategic buyers. These transactions are profiled in our recently published Startups in Smart Buildings H1 2025 Report. 42 acquisitions of startups founded since 2014 were identified in the report, over 60% increase in deal count compared to the same period last […]
Legrand Expands Access Control Business with €254m Cogelec Deal
In this Research Note, we examine what’s behind Legrand’s agreement to acquire a majority stake in Cogelec, a French specialist in access control. We explore the transaction details, Cogelec’s business model and current offerings, Legrand’s door entry systems, and the strategic rationale of the acquisition. Transaction Details On 9th July 2025, Legrand and Cogelec announced the signing of […]
Paxton Access Delivers Solid 2024 Results Despite Tough Market Conditions
In this Research Note, we examine Paxton Access, the UK-based private company manufacturing electronic IP access control and video door entry solutions. This article is based on their 2024 company accounts and press releases, updating our previous coverage of the company in December 2023. Paxton Company Profile Founded in Brighton, UK in 1985, Paxton has […]
Axis Communications Reports Strong 7.4% Revenue Growth Despite Headwinds
In this Research Note, we examine the Axis Communications video surveillance business. This analysis is based on Axis Communications 2024 Sustainability Report published in June 2025, Canon 2024 Financial Results Presentation, published 30th January 2025, and Memoori analysis. Founded in 1984 with headquarters in Lund, Sweden, Axis Communications offers products and services for video surveillance […]
Irisity’s 2025 Restructuring: Mixed Results Drive Strategic Changes
In this Research Note, we examine Irisity AB, a Swedish provider of AI-powered video analytics solutions. This analysis highlights their financials based on the 2024 Annual Report, the acquisition of Ultinous announced in February 2024, and the subsequent reshaping of group operations to strengthen its financial future. This article updates our previous coverage of Irisity in […]
Elatec Acquired by Allegion to Augment Access Control Portfolio
In this Research Note, we look at what’s behind Allegion’s acquisition of Elatec GmbH, a German manufacturer of security and access technology, specializing in RFID credentials and reader solutions. We highlight the transaction details and strategic rationale before examining their financial development since 2020, recent acquisitions, and private equity ownership. Elatec Profile Founded in Puchheim […]
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