Hakimo Raises $6M to Smarten Up Physical Security in Style

WHO Hakimo is targeting enterprise organizations looking to enhance their physical security, efficiency, and compliance in a cost-effective way.

WHAT Hakimo uses computer vision and machine learning to automate the monitoring of physical security sensors and provide warnings through speakers when it detects unwanted activity. The platform integrates with most enterprise video and access control systems to provide a unified solution that responds to alarms automatically, exposes potential insider threats, and detects faulty cameras and door hardware.

WHY The increased crime rates, staffing shortages, and economic conditions have forced organizations to explore smarter ways to strengthen their physical security posture while cutting costs. Hakimo solves this problem by automating repetitive tasks traditionally performed by security guards and escalating only real, high-risk incidents to human operators, allowing organizations to reduce their guard footprint without sacrificing security.

FUNDING Hakimo has raised $10M to date, including its $6M funding led by Rocketship.vc with participation from existing and new investors, including Carrier Global Corporation and physical security industry entrepreneur John L. Moss.

CUSTOMER TRACTION Hakimo has gained numerous customers ranging from Fortune 500 companies to airports to auto dealerships. The company has also forged alliances with leading physical security providers such as LenelS2 and has been recognized with prestigious security industry awards, including the Security Industry Association's 2022 New Products and Solutions Judges' Choice award.

KEY TAKEAWAY AI-powered physical security platform, like Hakimo, is a cost-effective solution for organizations that want to enhance their physical security posture. It automates repetitive tasks, reduces security guard footprint, and escalates only real, high-risk incidents to human operators.