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Datawatch Systems

Managed access control and emergency management

Overview

Datawatch Systems provides managed access control security solutions and services. It protects buildings, employees, residents, and visitors by remotely monitoring about 200,000 doors and managing nearly 3,000,000 credentials. Its offerings combine customized access control with emergency management, delivered 24x7x365 to give clients peace of mind. The company differentiates itself through its long experience (since 1981), large-scale monitoring capabilities, and integrated solutions tailored for building owners, property managers, and tenants. The goal is to prevent unauthorized access and incidents by providing reliable, continuous monitoring and control over entry points and safety systems.

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About Datawatch Systems

Simplify's Rating
Why Datawatch Systems is rated
B-
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Enterprise SoftwareCybersecurity

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Bethesda, MD

Founded

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What believers are saying

  • Datawatch launched Admin App in 2026, improving mobile management for property administrators.
  • New hires in Raleigh and Austin show active market expansion across high-growth Sun Belt metros.
  • Recent federal contract wins, including NIH work in May 2026, validate institutional demand.

What critics are saying

  • Access-control giants and proptech startups commoditize software, compressing pricing by 2027.
  • A major security breach or monitoring failure would destroy trust and trigger tenant churn.
  • Commercial real estate budget cuts and lease losses hit renewals, expansions, and new installations.

What makes Datawatch Systems unique

  • Since 1981, Datawatch Systems sells managed cloud access control with 24/7/365 in-house monitoring.
  • DirectAccess and Datawatch Admin centralize credentials, visitor logs, video, and emergency notifications.
  • Company-specific service teams expand Raleigh and Austin, reinforcing sticky commercial real estate relationships.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • 529 Plan Access
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Disability Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Holidays

Company News

Datawatch Systems
Aug 13th, 2026
Datawatch Systems welcomes Alex Weiss as Business Development Manager for Raleigh, North Carolina market.

Datawatch Systems welcomes Alex Weiss as Business Development Manager for Raleigh, North Carolina market. Datawatch Systems is pleased to welcome Alex Weiss as Business Development Manager for the Raleigh, North Carolina, market. Alex brings more than 13 years of B2B sales and commercial real estate experience to Datawatch. Throughout his career, he has established a proven track record of securing new business, strengthening client relationships, and developing solutions that support clients' operational and financial objectives. "Alex's extensive commercial real estate background makes him an excellent addition to our business development team," said Ted Low, Senior Vice President of Business Development at Datawatch Systems. "His understanding of the needs of property owners and managers will be invaluable as we continue expanding our presence in Raleigh and throughout the region." Before joining Datawatch, Alex served as a Principal Broker with Lee & Associates in Carlsbad, California. In that role, he managed a portfolio of industrial, office and biotechnology clients while averaging more than $25 million in annual transaction volume. He led the complete sales process - from prospecting and needs assessment through proposal development, negotiation and closing - and was promoted to Principal and Shareholder in 2021. Alex previously held positions with Cushman & Wakefield and CoStar Group, where he gained additional experience in tenant representation, market research, competitive analysis and commercial real estate data. "I'm excited to join Datawatch Systems and introduce its customized access control and security solutions to more property owners and management teams in the Raleigh market," said Alex. "I look forward to building strong relationships and helping clients create safer, more efficient and more convenient experiences throughout their properties." Based in Cary, North Carolina, Weiss will focus on developing new business opportunities, cultivating relationships within the commercial real estate community and supporting Datawatch Systems' continued growth in the Raleigh market.

Datawatch Systems
Jun 3rd, 2026
Datawatch Systems welcomes Shannon Carpenter as business developement manager in Austin, Texas.

Datawatch Systems welcomes Shannon Carpenter as business developement manager in Austin, Texas. Shannon will focus on developing strategic relationships, expanding Datawatch Systems' presence throughout Texas, and helping commercial property owners, property managers, and businesses implement innovative access control and security solutions that enhance both building security and tenant experience. Shannon brings a strong background in business development, client engagement, brand representation, and customer experience. Most recently, she served as Porsche Pro and Brand Ambassador at Porsche Austin, where she supported sales leadership, drove client acquisition efforts, guided customers through personalized product experiences, and cultivated long-term customer relationships. Her expertise in relationship-driven growth, consultative sales, and delivering exceptional customer experiences aligns seamlessly with Datawatch's customer-first approach and commitment to providing industry-leading security solutions. "We are excited to welcome Shannon to the Datawatch team," said Ted Low, Senior Vice President of Business Development. "Her ability to build trusted client relationships, support business growth, and deliver outstanding customer experiences makes her an invaluable addition as we continue to expand our presence throughout Texas and strengthen our national footprint." "I'm thrilled to join Datawatch Systems and introduce more organizations to the company's innovative security and access control solutions," said Shannon Carpenter. "Datawatch has built an outstanding reputation for customer service, technology innovation, and long-term partnerships. I look forward to building strong relationships throughout the Austin market and contributing to the company's continued growth and success." Founded in 1981, Datawatch Systems is a leading provider of managed cloud-based access control, mobile credentials, visitor management, video solutions, and emergency management technologies for commercial real estate, enterprise, mixed-use, and medical office properties across the United States. Backed by 24/7/365 in-house Central Station monitoring and a commitment to exceptional customer service, Datawatch continues to lead the way in modern building security, operational efficiency, and tenant experience solutions.

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