Axis Communications is a Swedish company specialising in the development and manufacture of video surveillance systems and network cameras. Founded in 1984, Axis is considered one of the leading companies in IP (Internet Protocol) video surveillance and has contributed significantly to the development and deployment of network-based security solutions.
The company is known for launching its first network camera in 1996. These cameras use the IP protocol to communicate and transmit data over the network, allowing a simpler and more flexible installation than traditional video surveillance systems.
Axis offers a wide range of video surveillance products and solutions, including fixed and mobile cameras, panoramic cameras, thermal cameras, outdoor cameras, infrared cameras, video encoders and more. It also provides video management software (VMS) for recording, monitoring and analysing video streams.
Axis cameras are used in a wide range of applications including urban surveillance, corporate security, traffic monitoring, public transport surveillance and more.