Automatic Identification and Data Capture Global Market Report 2024

The global automatic identification and data capture market has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $58.88 billion in 2023 to $67.38 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 14.4%. The growth observed in the historical period can be attributed to several factors, including the automation of manufacturing processes, transformative changes in the retail industry, enhanced patient safety measures in healthcare, advancements in mobile computing technologies, a heightened focus on data accuracy, improvements in asset tracking and management, and cost reduction associated with data entry processes. These elements collectively contributed to the expansion and adoption of Automatic Identification and Data Capture (AIDC) technologies during that period.

The global automatic identification and data capture market is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $119.33 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15.4%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period can be attributed to several key factors, including the rapid expansion of online retail, the globalization and increased cross-border trade activities, the development of smart cities and advancements in public services, the growing adoption of voice recognition technologies, the progression of Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing initiatives, and the increasing focus on healthcare patient data management. Major trends expected in the forecast period include the widespread adoption of RFID technology, the evolution of mobile Automatic Identification and Data Capture (AIDC) solutions, advancements in Optical Character Recognition (OCR) technology, the integration of blockchain for enhanced data security, the rise of contactless and hands-free solutions, cross-industry collaboration initiatives, and the integration of the Internet of Things (IoT) in AIDC systems. These trends signify the ongoing evolution and integration of cutting-edge technologies in the realm of Automatic Identification and Data Capture.

The increasing adoption of smartphones for image recognition is poised to drive growth within the automatic identification and data capture (AIDC) market. Smartphones, equipped with advanced recognition technologies, offer valuable identification capabilities for consumers and businesses, spanning people, structures, locations, logos, and various items. Leveraging smartphones for image recognition enhances AIDC, leading to enhanced data security, collection, and analysis. A report from The GSM Association indicated a surge in mobile service subscribers to 5.5 billion in 2022, expected to rise to 70% by 2025. Consequently, the escalating use of smartphones for image recognition is anticipated to be a pivotal driver for the automatic identification and data capture market's expansion.

E-commerce's substantial growth is anticipated to significantly fuel the automatic identification and data capture market. E-commerce, representing online buying and selling, heavily relies on AIDC technologies like barcode scanning and RFID for streamlined order processing and inventory management. Notably, a report by the U.S. Census Bureau highlighted a growth in total retail sales through e-commerce platforms from $240.9 billion in 2021 to $257.3 billion in 2022 in the United States. This growth trajectory indicates that the surge in e-commerce activities directly contributes to propelling the automatic identification and data capture market forward.

Partnerships emerge as a prominent trend in the automatic identification and data capture market. Key market players are engaging in strategic partnerships to capitalize on combined resources and expand into new market segments. For example, CipherLab, a U.S.-based manufacturer specializing in AIDC products and systems, collaborated with SATO in May 2022. This partnership aims to harness integrated picking and checking system solutions, thereby enhancing logistical performance and optimizing warehouse and product management efficiency. Additionally, another partnership formed in December 2021 between Intek, Minerva, SencorpWhite businesses, and CipherLab facilitates the delivery of a wider array of software and mobile solutions to warehouse and manufacturing companies. These alliances exemplify the trend of partnerships driving collaborative growth opportunities within the automatic identification and data capture market.

Leading corporations within the automatic identification and data capture market are pioneering innovative products, such as the introduction of 2D scan engines, to bolster their market profitability. These scan engines are optical tools designed to capture and decipher two-dimensional barcodes. A notable instance occurred in January 2023 when Newland EMEA, a Netherlands-based provider of Automatic Identification and Data Capture (AIDC) solutions, unveiled the Duo Near & Far Technology. This groundbreaking technology incorporates robust LED lights to optimize barcode visibility and a distinctive sensor to determine the required distance, activating either the near- or far-distance engine. Particularly beneficial for longer-range scanning, its high-powered laser aimer precisely focuses on pertinent codes within the optimal field of view. Geared towards various applications like manufacturing, retail, and warehouse operations, this design strives to augment productivity, minimize errors, and curtail expenses for enterprises.

In June 2022 when Zebra Technologies Corporation, a US-based enterprise specializing in mobile computing, real-time sensing, and actionable technology, completed the acquisition of Matrox Imaging for an undisclosed sum. This strategic acquisition fortified Zebra Technologies' competencies in data capture automation and vision technology solutions, expanding its market footprint into Canada. Matrox Imaging, a Canada-based technology firm, is renowned for pioneering advanced machine vision systems, software, and components, augmenting Zebra Technologies' product portfolio and technological prowess within the AIDC industry.

Major companies operating in the automatic identification and data capture market report are Honeywell International Inc., Zebra Technologies Corporation, Datalogic SpA, Cognex Corporation, Sick AG, Panasonic Holdings Corporation, TSC Auto ID Technology Co. Ltd., Alien Technology Corporation, Bluebird Inc., CardLogix Corporation, Impinj Inc., Opticon Sensors Europe BV, Avery Dennison Corporation, Newland EMEA, Seagull Scientific Inc., Brady Corporation, Axicon Auto ID Limited, OMRON Corporation, Unitech Electronics Co. Ltd., NXP Semiconductors N.V., Synaptics Incorporated, Thales Group, Toshiba Corporation, NEC Corporation, B.O.S. Better Online Solutions LTD., Barco NV, Casio Computer Co.Ltd., CipherLab Co.Ltd., Denso Wave Incorporated, Epson America Inc., Fujitsu Limited

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the automatic identification and data capture market in 2023. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the global automatic identification and data capture market share during the forecast period. The regions covered in the automatic identification and data capture market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the automatic identification and data capture market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The primary offerings in the realm of Automatic Identification and Data Capture include hardware, solutions, and services. Hardware refers to physical components within a computer system that leverage cost-effective Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) tags to connect physical items to the internet. This hardware is instrumental in scanning QR codes and barcodes. Products within this category encompass scanners and readers, biometric scanners, printers and recorders, among others. The technologies employed in AIDC include biometrics, RFID, smart cards, Optical Character Recognition (OCR), and other related technologies. Automatic Identification and Data Capture find applications across various industries, including Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI), manufacturing, retail, transportation and logistics, hospitality, healthcare, government, and others.

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The automatic identification and data capture market consists of revenues earned by entities through automatic identification and data capture services such as barcode and magnetic strips. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The automatic identification and data capture market also includes sales of RFID (radio-frequency identification) scanners, smart card readers, magnetic strip readers, and optical character recognition (OCR) that are used in providing automatic identification and data capture services. Values in this market are "factory gate" values; that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.


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