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Value Shift from Hardware to Software and Lifecycle Service Contracts
13-Mar-2019
Global
Market Research
PA41-01-00-00-00
IA01504-GL-MR_23003
This research study provides key trends and predictions for the global distribution control systems (DCS) market. A DCS can range from a single controller and operator workstation to large systems incorporating multiple controllers and workstations. In general, a DCS has multiple controllers that interact with one another by sharing a common network/database to control input/output (I/O) devices. The DCS market experienced a slow growth in 2018 as a result of the weak investment climate. This research service analyzes trends across global regions, revenue types, size (number of I/O points), end-user industries and distribution channels, and provides forecast for the DCS market for the period 2018-2025. In the era of technology convergence driving disruption, the focus has shifted from hardware to software. Complementary business models of products and solutions are driving the business case for the DCS market. As end users look to integrate control data with business systems, there needs to be a common information architecture that helps them realize the single version of the truth in real time. End-user industries enter an era of radical transformation where the promise of new levels of agility, flexibility, and actionable knowledge through the convergence of operational technologies and new information technologies appears to raise the expectations of manufacturing executives around the globe. DCS systems are evolving to be open, secure and interoperable, thereby enabling end users to overcome the challenge of a single vendor lock-in. The increasing information technology-operational technology (IT-OT) convergence in the automation market has blurred the lines between IT and OT technologies. This complicates the connection between the network infrastructure of the DCS and the plant’s IT systems. In such a scenario, end users are expected to rely highly on the expertise of automation service providers to set up the control system networks efficiently and securely, driving the DCS market revenues in the services segment.
Process industry professionals are under constant pressure to find new opportunities to enhance productivity and reduce operational costs. These demands cannot be satisfied with the existing control technologies, as the aging DCS limits integration of new capabilities to the control system. With a tremendous increase in the DCS installed base, there is a growing need for the aftermarket portfolio and value-added services such as system upgrades, cybersecurity, consulting, and optimization of lifecycle costs. With the increase in population and urbanization in emerging regions such as China, India, and Brazil, there is a growing need for DCS in end-user industries such as water & waste water, food & beverage, and pharmaceuticals. This study captures the impact of trends that are expected to transpire over the upcoming years as organizations shift to prepare for the future. The DCS market is set for a paradigm shift due to the digitalization in end-user industries, and the study also analyzes the impact of the shift on the market during the forecast period. This DCS study further provides a detailed analysis of the key market participants. It offers an in-depth analysis of the DCS market revenue by different regions and revenue segments. A detailed overview of market share and competitive analysis for geographical regions, industry verticals, system size, and revenue segments is also provided.
Research Scope
Study Period: 2015-2025
Base Year: 2018
Forecast Period: 2018-2025
Segmentation by Region: North America (NA), Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), Asia-Pacific (APAC), and Latin America (LATAM)
Segmentation by End-user Industry: Oil & gas, power, chemicals and petrochemicals, metals and mining, pharma and biotech, food & beverage, water and wastewater, pulp and paper, cement and glass, textile, rubber and plastic, and metal fabrication.
Segmentation by
Revenue Category: Hardware, software and services
Distribution Channel: Direct Sales, system integrators and distributors
System Size: Small, medium and large
Key Issues Addressed
- Is the DCS market growing? What is the short-term and long-term growth potential of this market?
- What are the key market drivers and restraints impacting the global DCS market? How will these factors impact the market in the short and long terms?
- What are the key technology and business trends that are poised to disrupt the DCS business?
- What are the major end-user industries for DCS solutions? Which industries offer maximum growth opportunities during the forecast period?
- How has the competitive landscape changed? What is the relative position of competitors in the global DCS market?
- Which global regions offer maximum growth opportunities for the DCS market?
Key Findings
Market Engineering Measurements
CEO’s Perspective
CEO’s Perspective (continued)
Research Scope
Market Segmentation
Definitions and Scope
Definitions and Scope (continued)
Definitions and Scope (continued)
Key Questions this Study will Answer
Market Drivers
Drivers Explained
Drivers Explained (continued)
Market Restraints
Restraints Explained
Restraints Explained (continued)
Market Engineering Measurements
Forecast Assumptions
Revenue Forecast
Revenue Forecast Discussion
Revenue Forecast Discussion (continued)
Percent Revenue Forecast by Region
Revenue Forecast by Region
Revenue Forecast Discussion by Region
Percent Revenue Forecast by End-user Industry
Revenue Forecast by End-user Industry
Revenue Forecast Discussion by End-user Industry
Revenue Forecast Discussion by End-user Industry (continued)
Revenue Forecast Discussion by End-user Industry (continued)
Percent Revenue Forecast by DCS Category
Revenue Forecast by DCS Category
Revenue Forecast Discussion by DCS Category
Percent Revenue Forecast by Size (No. of I/O Points)
Revenue Forecast by Size (No. of I/O Points)
Revenue Forecast Discussion by Size (No. of I/O Points)
Percent Revenue Forecast by Distribution Channel
Revenue Forecast by Distribution Channel
Revenue Forecast Discussion by Distribution Channel
DCS Evolution Highlights
DCS Market Requirements—Changing Dynamics
Digitalization Influences All Aspects of Process Automation
Hypothesis—Asset Monitoring: System Integration
Case Study—Chemicals: Covestro and Emerson
End-User Service Requirements
ABB—Automation Sentinel
Honeywell—Lifecycle Services
Emerson—Guardian Support for DeltaV DCS
Yokogawa—Lifecycle Performance Care Services
Open Process Automation—Key Objective
Open Ecosystem—Value Chain
Top Concerns About Open Systems
Member Companies
Market Share
Market Share Analysis
Competitive Environment
Competitor Growth Analysis
Competitive Factors and Assessment
New Product Launches
Market Participation Chart by DCS Category Type
Market Share Analysis—Hardware
Market Participation Chart by DCS Size
Market Share Analysis—DCS Size
Market Participation Chart by End-user Industry
Market Share Analysis—Process
Market Share Analysis—Hybrids
Key Findings
Revenue Forecast
Revenue Forecast Discussion
Percent Revenue Forecast by End-user Industry
Revenue Forecast by End-user Industry
Revenue Forecast Discussion by End-user Industry
Market Share
Market Share Analysis
Key Findings
Revenue Forecast
Revenue Forecast Discussion
Percent Revenue Forecast by End-user Industry
Revenue Forecast by End-user Industry
Revenue Forecast Discussion by End-user Industry
Market Share
Market Share Analysis
Key Findings
Revenue Forecast
Revenue Forecast Discussion
Percent Revenue Forecast by End-user Industry
Revenue Forecast by End-user Industry
Revenue Forecast Discussion by End-user Industry
Market Share
Market Share Analysis
Key Findings
Revenue Forecast
Revenue Forecast Discussion
Percent Revenue Forecast by End-user Industry
Revenue Forecast by End-user Industry
Revenue Forecast Discussion by End-user Industry
Market Share
Market Share Analysis
Growth Opportunity 1—DCS Services
Growth Opportunity 2—Value Shift from Hardware to Software
Growth Opportunity 3—Cybersecurity Solutions
Growth Opportunity 4—Focus on Migration Opportunities
Strategic Imperatives for Success and Growth
The Last Word—3 Big Predictions
Legal Disclaimer
Market Engineering Methodology
List of Companies in “Others”
List of Abbreviations
List of Exhibits
List of Exhibits (continued)
List of Exhibits (continued)
List of Exhibits (continued)
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Research Scope
Study Period: 2015-2025
Base Year: 2018
Forecast Period: 2018-2025
Segmentation by Region: North America (NA), Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), Asia-Pacific (APAC), and Latin America (LATAM)
Segmentation by End-user Industry: Oil & gas, power, chemicals and petrochemicals, metals and mining, pharma and biotech, food & beverage, water and wastewater, pulp and paper, cement and glass, textile, rubber and plastic, and metal
| Deliverable Type | Market Research |
|---|---|
| No Index | No |
| Podcast | No |
| Author | Rohit Karthikeyan |
| Industries | Industrial Automation |
| WIP Number | PA41-01-00-00-00 |
| Is Prebook | No |
| GPS Codes | 9B07-C1,9593,9420 |
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