Latin America Biometrics In Physical Access Control Market: Forecast Analysis 2024-2032
Triton’s research report estimates that the Latin America biometrics in physical access control market is expected to garner revenue at a CAGR of 13.17% during the forecast years 2024-2032.
The biometrics market for physical access control in Latin America is growing due to heightened security concerns, technological advancements, and increased government initiatives to bolster security infrastructure. Countries in the region are adopting biometric systems to address crime and enhance public safety, especially in urban areas with high crime rates. Some notable companies have established strong positions by offering reliable and advanced biometric solutions tailored to the specific requirements of this region. Hence, there is significant growth potential in sectors such as banking, healthcare, and border control, where biometric access control systems can greatly improve security and operational efficiency.
The countries studied in this region include Brazil, Mexico, and Rest of Latin America.
Brazil captures the highest share in the biometrics in physical access control market, obtaining about $28.79 million in 2023.
As per an industry survey, seven out of ten banks in Brazil currently use face biometrics for client identification. Thus, from the financial sector to criminal use to football admissions, biometrics holds immense potential to verify user identity and prevent unforeseen frauds.
In fact, the rise of mobile-based biometric authentication solutions and their integration with IoT devices present promising opportunities for market players to explore biometric access control mechanism.
Thus, the growing adoption of biometric solutions in sectors like banking, transportation, and retail is contributing to fuel market expansion.
Biometrics In Physical Access Control Market Forecast for Mexico
As per industry sources, Mexico experienced the highest number of cyberattacks in 2023, totaling over 14 million incidents. The increasing adoption of emerging technologies like AI and IoT is compelling the country to enhance its cyber defenses. Furthermore, the growing digitalization of the country’s economy and society has heightened awareness of the risks linked to cybercrime. Such factors create a consistent demand for biometric solutions in order to streamline the identity verification process.
The biometrics in physical access control market is segmented based on end-user and modality. The end-user segment is further branched into BFSI, telecom & IT, healthcare & life sciences, government, transport, retail & e-commerce, logistics, real estate, travel & hospitality, media & entertainment, and other end-users. Major retail chains are deploying biometric access control systems in flagship stores to regulate access to VIP areas and employee-only zones, permitting entry only to authorized personnel with biometric clearance. Methods like palm vein recognition, facial recognition, and voice authentication are gaining traction for securing entry to retail stores, warehouses, and distribution centers.
Contender Analysis in the Biometrics In Physical Access Control Market:
Idemia Group is a provider of augmented identity solutions based in France. The company developed technologies and contactless services leveraging biometrics, AI, and cryptography in the fields of identity management and security of payments. It offers cyber security solutions, including video investigation solutions, biometric identification, contactless smart cards, face detection, and subscription management platforms. It operates in Latin America, North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Middle East and Africa and is headquartered in Courbevoie, France.
As per its press release in May 2024, the company obtained certification for its mIDReader and Verify SDK under the ISO 18013 Part 5 standard for Mobile Driving License applications. This certification marks a breakthrough in how identity verification is conducted.
The key entities in the reviewed market are Allegion Plc, Idemia Group, Axis Communications AB, Assa Abloy AB Group, NEC Corporation, Schneider Electric SE, Identiv Inc, Nedap NV, Avigilon Corporation, Thales Group, Honeywell International Inc, Bosch Security System Inc, Johnson Controls Inc, and Dormakaba Holding AG.