Scanner Software Global Market Report 2024

The scanner software market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $4.61 billion in 2023 to $5.12 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.2%. The growth during the historic period can be attributed to several factors, including advancements in scanning hardware technology, the ongoing process of digital transformation, integration with office applications, improved OCR (optical character recognition) capabilities, and the adoption of cloud computing and storage solutions.

The scanner software market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $7.87 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.3%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to various factors, including digitization initiatives across industries, regulatory compliance requirements, the continuing trend of remote work, and the integration of scanning systems with other software solutions. Major trends expected during this period include a rising demand for AI-powered document processing capabilities, an increased emphasis on security features within scanning software, integration with IoT devices to streamline workflows, and a surge in the development and adoption of mobile scanning applications.

The anticipated surge in industrial automation is set to drive the growth of the scanner software market in the foreseeable future. Industrial automation involves utilizing control systems, such as computers or robots, and information technologies to manage various processes and machinery within industries, thereby minimizing human intervention. This proliferation of industrial automation is driven by its ability to significantly enhance efficiency and productivity, propelled by technological advancements and the increasing demand for streamlined operational processes. Scanner software plays a crucial role in this landscape by automating and optimizing document and barcode processing, thereby enhancing accuracy and efficiency in managing data and operational workflows. For instance, in October 2022, the International Federation of Robotics reported a 31% increase in the installation of robots in factories worldwide in 2021, reflecting the rapid expansion of industrial automation and its consequent impact on the scanner software market.

Leading companies in the scanner software market are intensifying their efforts to develop innovative solutions, such as smartphone scanning interfaces, to gain a competitive advantage. Smartphone scanning interfaces are user interfaces optimized for barcode scanning on mobile devices, typically integrated into scanner software to facilitate efficient data capture using smartphone cameras. For example, Scandit AG introduced SparkScan in January 2023, a pre-built smartphone scanning interface tailored for high-performance barcode scanning. SparkScan aims to streamline data capture in scan-intensive workflows such as retail inventory management and logistics goods receiving. It seamlessly integrates with any smartphone application without necessitating app redesign, enabling swift implementation with minimal coding requirements. SparkScan offers various scanning modes and settings, empowering users to optimize scanning behavior for different tasks, while its user-friendly interface enhances aiming and triggering without constraints on device orientation, promoting comfort and productivity.

In December 2022, FARO Technologies bolstered its product portfolio and market position in the mobile scanning sector by acquiring SiteScape for an undisclosed sum. SiteScape, a US-based software company specializing in LiDAR 3D-based scanner software solutions for architects and contractors, strengthens FARO's capabilities and expands its offerings in the rapidly evolving scanner software market.

Major companies operating in the scanner software market are Panasonic Corporation, Hewlett Packard Inc, Fujitsu Limited, Canon Inc., Adobe Inc., Xerox Corporation, Brother Industries, Thomson Reuters Corporation, Seiko Epson Corporation, Kodak Alaris, Nuance Communications, Iris Software Inc., Kofax Ltd., Abbyy LLC, Dynamsoft Corp, Contex A/S, Image Access Inc., Microtek International Inc, Visioneer Inc., SimpleIndex, Ambir Technology Inc., Plustek Inc., VueScan, ExactCODE GmbH, ImageWare Systems.

North America was the largest region in the scanner software market in 2023. The regions covered in the scanner software market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

The countries covered in the scanner software market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Scanner software refers to computer programs specifically designed to operate scanners, facilitating the conversion of physical documents, images, or barcodes into digital formats. These software tools often incorporate features for image processing, text recognition, and file management, allowing users to efficiently manage and manipulate scanned data.

The main types of scanner software are on-premise and cloud-based solutions. On-premise scanner software is installed and operates on computers within the user's physical location, such as their office. These solutions find applications in various areas including original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and aftermarket services. Industries utilizing these solutions span retail, banking, financial services and insurance, telecommunications and information technology, healthcare, transportation and logistics, energy, among others.

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The scanner software market includes revenues earned by entities by providing services such as image enhancement, optical character recognition (OCR), and file format conversion to enhance usability and efficiency. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

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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