Global Information Technology (IT) and Operational-Technology (OT) Converge Market 2023-2030

Global Information Technology (IT) and Operational-Technology (OT) Converge Market 2023-2030

Global Information Technology (IT) and Operational-Technology (OT) Converge Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report by component (Control Systems and Field Devices), by Networking Technology (Wired and Wireless), and by Industry (Automotive, Aerospace, and Defense, Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices, Transportation, Machine Manufacturing, Semiconductor and Electronics, Utility and Energy, Chemical, Oil, and Gas, Metals and Mining, Food and Beverages and Others) Forecast Period (2023-2030)

The global IT and OT converge market is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 9.8% during the forecast period. This market growth is driven by the expanding connectivity and digitization of industrial control systems (ICS) used in critical infrastructure including power grids and manufacturing plants. Owing to such factors, pushed several major players to integrate upgraded and technological advanced OT services. For instance, in March 2023, Optiv launched full suite of operational technology services. Digitization and the heavy adoption of connected devices are enabling organizations to reach new heights and, intensified the threat landscape and extended the attack surface simultaneously. As organizations work to reap the benefits of the IT, OT and industrial control system (ICS) convergence, Optiv, the cyber advisory is helping businesses secure their critical hardware, systems and processes with a full suite of OT security advisory, deployment and management services.

Segmental Outlook

The global IT and OT converge market is segmented based on the component, networking technology, and industry. Based on the component, the market is sub-segmented into control systems and field devices. Further, based on the control systems, the market is sub-segmented into distributed control system and SCADA, warehouse management system, plant asset management and functional safety, human machine interface. Further, based on the field devices, the market is sub-segmented into industrial sensors, industrial valves, transmitters and actuators. Based on networking technology, the market is sub-segmented into wired and wireless. Further, based on industry vertical, the market is sub segmented into automotive, aerospace, and defense, pharmaceuticals and medical devices, machine manufacturing, semiconductor and electronics, chemical, oil, and gas, metals and mining, food and beverages and others (pulp and paper). Among the industry vertical, transportation sub-segment is anticipated to hold a considerable share of the market, owing to the integrating IT and OT help rail, bus, delivery and other transportation organizations gain better visibility into the coordination, condition and usage of assets to guide short-term repairs, route optimization and long-term planning for asset replacement and safety.

Utility and Energy Sub-Segment is Anticipated to Hold a Prominent Share in the Global IT and OT Converge Market

Among the end-user, utility and energy sub-segment is anticipated to hold a considerable share of the market, owing to the converged IT and OT control systems enable remote monitoring and management of industrial processes, improved asset performance management, and optimize industrial equipment inspections. Therefore, the service providers are developing platforms integrated with IoT digitalization and smart IoT technology for factories and utilities to build security at both the OT and IT levels. For instance, in June 2021, Advantech launched ADAM-6300 Series an open platform communications OPC UA I/O modules for IoT digitalization. The ADAM-6300 IT/OT convergence series, which combines IT systems with OT, is a development in smart IoT technology for factories and utilities. The OPC UA and built-in security IC ensure that data is safeguarded extremely securely at both the OT and IT levels. ADAM-6300 series OPC UA I/O modules are ready for SCADA and cloud providers such as Azure, AWS, Ignition, Indusoft, kepware® kepserverex, Pro-face™, thingworx®, VTScada®, WebAccess, WinCC®, and Wonderware®.

Regional Outlook

The global IT and OT converge market is further segmented based on geography including North America (the US, and Canada), Europe (Italy, Spain, Germany, France, and Others), Asia-Pacific (India, China, Japan, South Korea, and Others), and the Rest of the World (the Middle East & Africa, and Latin America). Among these, the Asia-Pacific regional market is expected to grow considerably over the forecast period, owing to the rising government initiatives to promote digitization and innovation. `

North America is Expected to Hold a Prominent Share in the Global IT and OT Converge Market

Among all regions, North America is expected to hold a prominent share of the global IT and OT Converge market. The market growth in this region is attributed to the development and deployment of autonomous vehicles and connected transportation systems and the rising digital transformation in healthcare. The development and deployment of autonomous vehicles and connected transportation systems rely on the convergence of IT and OT. North America has seen significant investments in this area, with companies working to integrate real-time data for safer and more efficient mobility solutions. For instance, in September 2019, the US government grant $60 million in federal grant funding to eight projects in seven states to test the safe integration of automated driving systems (ADS) on the nation’s roadways. These grants aimed to gather significant safety data to inform rulemaking and foster collaboration amongst state and local government and private partners.

Market Players Outlook

The major companies serving the global IT and OT Converge market include Accenture PLC, Intel Corp., KPMG International Ltd., HCL Technologies Ltd., and among others. The market players are considerably contributing to the market growth by the adoption of various strategies including mergers and acquisitions, partnerships, collaborations, funding, and new product launches, to stay competitive in the market. For instance, in May 2023, oXya, entered into a new strategic partnership with converge technology solutions to offer ‘IBM Power for Google Cloud’ (IP4G), aimed at enhancing the service offered and customer approach.

The Report Covers

Market value data analysis of 2022 and forecast to 2030.

Annualized market revenues ($ million) for each market segment.

Country-wise analysis of major geographical regions.

Key companies operating in the global IT and OT converge market. Based on the availability of data, information related to new product launches, and relevant news is also available in the report.

Analysis of business strategies by identifying the key market segments positioned for strong growth in the future.

Analysis of market-entry and market expansion strategies.

Competitive strategies by identifying ‘who-stands-where’ in the market.