Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths)
Description
This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in (1) selling security alarm systems, such as burglar and fire alarms, along with installation, repair, or monitoring services or (2) remote monitoring of electronic security alarm systems.
Hierarchy
| Code | Title | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 56 | Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services 2-digit sector | The Sector as a Whole The Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services sector comprises establishments performing routine support activities for the day-to-day operations of other organizations. These essential activities are often undertaken in-house by establishments in many sectors of the economy. The establishments in this sector specialize in one or more of these support activities and provide these services to clients in a variety of industries and, in some cases, to households. Activities performed include: office administration, hiring and placing of personnel, document preparation and similar clerical services, solicitation, collection, security and surveillance services, cleaning, and waste disposal services. The administrative and management activities performed by establishments in this sector are typically on a contract or fee basis. These activities may also be performed by establishments that are part of the company or enterprise. However, establishments involved in administering, overseeing, and managing other establishments of the company or enterprise are classified in Sector 55, Management of Companies and Enterprises. Establishments in Sector 55, Management of Companies and Enterprises, normally undertake the strategic and organizational planning and decision-making role of the company or enterprise. Government establishments engaged in administering, overseeing, and managing governmental programs are classified in Sector 92, Public Administration. |
| 561 | Administrative and Support Services 3-digit subsector | Industries in the Administrative and Support Services subsector group establishments engaged in activities that support the day-to-day operations of other organizations. The processes employed in this sector (e.g., general management, personnel administration, clerical activities, cleaning activities) are often integral parts of the activities of establishments found in all sectors of the economy. The establishments classified in this subsector have specialization in one or more of these activities and can, therefore, provide services to clients in a variety of industries and, in some cases, to households. The individual industries of this subsector are defined on the basis of the particular process that they are engaged in and the particular services they provide. Many of the activities in this subsector are ongoing routine support functions that businesses and organizations perform in-house. However, it is common to contract or purchase services from businesses that specialize in such activities and can, therefore, provide the services more efficiently. The industries in this subsector cannot be viewed as strictly "support." The Travel Arrangement and Reservation Services industry group includes travel agents, tour operators, and providers of other travel arrangement services, such as hotel and restaurant reservations and arranging the purchase of tickets, serving many types of clients, including individual consumers. This group was placed in this subsector because the services are often of the "support" nature (e.g., travel arrangement) to businesses and other organizations that purchase such services. The administrative and management activities performed by establishments in this sector are typically on a contract or fee basis. These activities may also be performed by establishments that are part of the company or enterprise. However, establishments involved in administering, overseeing, and managing other establishments of the company or enterprise are classified in Sector 55, Management of Companies and Enterprises. Establishments in Sector 55, Management of Companies and Enterprises, normally undertake the strategic and organizational planning and decision-making role of the company or enterprise. Government establishments engaged in administering, overseeing, and managing governmental programs are classified in Sector 92, Public Administration. |
| 5616 | Investigation and Security Services 4-digit industry group | This industry group comprises establishments primarily engaged in one of the following: (1) investigation, guard, and armored car services; (2) selling security systems, such as burglar and fire alarms and locking devices, along with installation, repair, or monitoring services; or (3) remote monitoring of electronic security alarm systems. |
| 56162 | Security Systems Services 5-digit NAICS industry | This industry comprises establishments engaged in (1) selling security systems, such as burglar and fire alarms and locking devices, along with installation, repair, or monitoring services or (2) remote monitoring of electronic security alarm systems. |
| 561621 | Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths) 6-digit U.S. detail | This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in (1) selling security alarm systems, such as burglar and fire alarms, along with installation, repair, or monitoring services or (2) remote monitoring of electronic security alarm systems. |
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Classification References
- 01Selling security alarm systems for buildings, without installation, repair, or monitoring services--are classified in Sector 42, Wholesale Trade, or Sector 44-45, Retail Trade;
- 02Installing alarm systems (e.g., fire, burglar), without selling or monitoring services--are classified in Industry 238210, Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors; and
- 03Retailing motor vehicle security systems, with or without installation or repair services--are classified in Industry 441330, Automotive Parts and Accessories Retailers.
Index Items
Alarm system monitoring services
Alarm systems sales combined with installation, repair, or monitoring services
Burglar alarm monitoring services
Burglar alarm sales combined with installation, repair, or monitoring services
Fire alarm monitoring services
Fire alarm sales combined with installation, repair, or monitoring services
Security alarm systems sales combined with installation, repair, or monitoring services
Security system monitoring services
How Item Can Help
Enhances order fulfillment accuracy by integrating sales channels and managing complex multi-channel logistics while providing real-time visibility across the order lifecycle.
Predicts future supply chain disruptions by analyzing historical data and market trends to proactively alert managers of potential shortages or cost spikes.
Optimizes freight operations by planning efficient delivery routes and managing carrier relationships, which lowers transportation costs and ensures timely installation of security systems.
External Resources
Census.gov NAICS Detail
Official US Census Bureau definition and scope for NAICS 561621.
Association for Security Industries International
A global trade association representing the security industry with resources for businesses and professionals.
National Association of Home Builder
An industry organization providing guidance on building construction and security installation standards for residential properties.
Bureau of Labor Statistics - Security Guard Service
Official US government data page detailing employment statistics and occupational outlook for security guard service.
