# ObjectVideo

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/objectvideo

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Reston, US
- Website: www.objectvideo.com
- Total disclosed funding: $34M
- Latest round: Series E (Sep 13, 2006)
- Investors on record: 7

## About

ObjectVideo develops innovative video analytics and computer vision solutions, focusing on enhancing security and operational efficiency across various sectors including retail and public safety.ObjectVideo, founded in 1998 and headquartered in Reston, US, specializes in video analytics technology. The company underwent a strategic shift in December 2014 when its patent portfolio and licensing program were acquired by Avigilon Corporation for USD 80.30 mn, marking a significant milestone in its business trajectory. Raul Fernandez leads the company as CEO, bringing extensive experience from previous ventures.ObjectVideo Labs specializes in advanced video analytics and computer vision solutions, offering a suite of highly customized software products designed for integration with leading IP cameras and video management systems. Their core offerings focus on enhancing security, operational efficiency, and situational awareness across industries like retail, transportation, and public safety. The software provides intelligent video analytics capabilities such as object detection, people counting, and behavior analysis, enabling organizations to make data-driven decisions based on real-time visual insights. The company serves a diverse client base including manufacturers of security equipment and systems integrators globally, with notable markets spanning North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific.ObjectVideo Labs generates revenue primarily through B2B transactions with IP camera manufacturers and video management system providers, along with direct sales to enterprise clients. The revenue model is structured around licensing agreements for their proprietary software, which may include tiered pricing based on camera deployment volume or specific functionalities accessed. Clients typically enter multi-year contracts that include ongoing support and software updates, ensuring consistent performance of the video analytics solutions. While specific pricing plans are not disclosed, the company's flagship solutions align with industry standards for high-value, enterprise-grade software products.ObjectVideo's growth strategy includes plans to enhance its product offerings with new video analytics features, although specific release dates have not been disclosed. The company is targeting expansion into emerging markets in Asia-Pacific and Europe by 2025, leveraging its recent funding from the acquisition to bolster these initiatives. The deal in December 2014 with Avigilon, which involved the acquisition of ObjectVideo's patent portfolio, is expected to support ongoing development and innovation in video analytics technology.

## Funding rounds

- Series E, Sep 13, 2006, $8M — ABS Ventures, Updata Partners, Novak Biddle Venture Partners
- Series C, Dec 16, 2004, $11M — General Atlantic, ABS Ventures, Updata Partners, Novak Biddle Venture Partners, @Ventures
- Series A, Mar 1, 2001, $9.6M — ABS Ventures, New Vantage Group, Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
- Seed, Dec 1, 1999, $5M — ABS Ventures, Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation, @Ventures

## Investors

- ABS Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/abs-ventures) — Seed, Series A, Series C, Series E
- Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/draper-richards-kaplan-foundation) — Seed, Series A
- @Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/ventures) — Seed, Series C
- New Vantage Group — Series A
- General Atlantic (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/general-atlantic) — Series C
- Updata Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/updata-partners) — Series C, Series E
- Novak Biddle Venture Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/novak-biddle-venture-partners) — Series C, Series E