Milestone Systems

Leading provider of open-platform video management software with over 500,000 installations globally

Milestone Systems is a leading provider of open-platform video management software (VMS) that enables organizations to manage video surveillance from network cameras and encoders. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark, the company operates as a subsidiary of Canon Inc. (acquired in 2014). Milestone's flagship product, XProtect, is used by businesses, government agencies, and institutions worldwide to manage and analyze video surveillance data across various industries including retail, transportation, education, and critical infrastructure. While Milestone Systems is not an AdTech company in the traditional sense, it operates in the video technology and surveillance space, focusing on physical security and video intelligence rather than digital advertising. The company's open-platform approach allows integration with thousands of camera and hardware devices, making it a significant player in the IP video surveillance market. Milestone serves over 500,000 customer sites globally through a network of certified partners and system integrators. As a Canon subsidiary, Milestone continues to operate as a distinct brand and business unit, maintaining its focus on video management software while benefiting from Canon's resources and global reach. The company emphasizes innovation in areas such as AI-powered video analytics, cloud-based solutions, and integration capabilities to help organizations derive actionable insights from their video data.