“SCADA Market size was valued at USD 9.2 billion in 2021 and is projected to reach USD 13.2 billion by 2026; it is expected to grow at a CAGR of 7.6% from 2021 to 2026. The key factors fueling the growth of this market include increased adoption of Industry 4.0 solutions using SCADA systems, high demand for industrial mobility solutions for efficient management of process industry, and use of software platforms such as IoT and artificial intelligence.
Major players in the market are: Schneider Electric, Emerson Electric, Rockwell Automation, ABB, Siemens, Honeywell International, Mitsubishi Electric
Services offering accounted for largest size of the SCADA market in 2020.
The services segment accounted for the largest share of the SCADA market in 2020. Many of the industries in the Americas and Europe have already implemented SCADA systems. Thus, there are fewer opportunities in terms of the implementation of new SCADA systems. However, in terms of modification of SCADA systems, there are huge opportunities. After the installation of SCADA systems, organizations need proper modification and maintenance throughout the life of SCADA systems. Service offerings, especially cybersecurity, are considered while customizing or modifying SCADA systems.
Porcess industry is expected to hold the largest size of the SCADA market in 2021.
Process industry is expected to account for the largest share of the SCADA market during 2021–2026. The rate of adoption of SCADA systems is high in process industries owing to the rising pressure on manufacturers to optimize the cost and production processes. Increasing demand for real-time visibility of complex operations in industries such as oil & gas, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, metals and mining, and food & beverages is expected to drive the demand for SCADA systems in the process industry.
APAC projected to grow at the highest CAGR of SCADA market from 2021 to 2026.
APAC is projected to hold the largest share of the SCADA market during the forecast period. APAC is the production hub for automation technologies due to the presence of major companies such as Yokogawa Electric, Mitsubishi Electric, and OMRON. Renewable energy, smart grids, water & wastewater, and transportation sectors are expected to drive the growth of the SCADA market in APAC. Automation is increasing in APAC because of the rising necessity for high-quality products, along with increased production rates.
