About The Report
IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS) Market Overview
The global IP multimedia subsystem market is expected to grow from almost USD 14.3 billion in 2017 to nearly USD 50.4 billion by 2026. This implies a 15% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) by the end of 2026.
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Estimated market size of global IP multimedia subsystem market in 2017 | USD 14.3 Billion |
| Projected market size of global IP multimedia subsystem market by 2026 | USD 50.4 Billion |
| CAGR during 2017 to 2026 | 15% |
In 2016, the internet and online service segment was worth about USD 3,000 million and accounted for 23.9% of total revenue. At a CAGR of 16.3%, the VoIP segment is expected to reach a value of almost USD 14,000 Million, accounting for 27.3% of revenue share by 2026.
IP multimedia subsystem services are creating new opportunities for network operators and end users
Due to IP multimedia subsystems, network operators can expand the portfolio of their services such as multimedia communication and integrated voice services. This aids in the collaboration of multiple media, multiple points of access and multiple modes of communication into a single network due to which a large number of network operators are adopting IP multimedia subsystem services.
IP multimedia subsystem services also include a feature to add, modify or delete a session in the existing multimedia call and help end users have a personalised experience for voice, data and multimedia sessions. IP multimedia subsystem services help users to choose the most suitable medium of communication in real time, and allow them to control when and how they want to communicate.
Security threats acting as a restraint in the global IP multimedia subsystem market
When any system is connected to the internet, it increases the possibility of cyber-attacks and easy data hacking, which is a risk that is not associated with internal security systems. Due to this, enterprises are not eager to use internet based IP multimedia subsystem services so as to not expose their applications to the internet. Authentication into these services needs to ensure appropriate levels of protection with strong multifactor security options.
Many service providers are providing IP multimedia subsystem services without strong security services due to which cyber criminals can access such internet-based services easily and can also hack the confidential or personal information of users. This acts as a restraint to the IP multimedia subsystem market growth.
Expansion of existing service portfolio by network operators creating wide opportunities in the global IP multimedia subsystem market
Operators have invested significantly in their broadband infrastructure in order to provide better and advanced services to their customers. Network service providers are adding new communication services such as IP multimedia subsystem services to their offerings that can help address the needs of existing customers and aid in the process of business expansion.
Many companies have started to offer wireline IP multimedia subsystem solutions that help operators directly offer IP telephony and improve Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) services with multimedia capabilities such as video conferencing, buddy list and instant messaging.
This type of expansion of services has increased the penetration of IP multimedia subsystem services in the market as it allows the operators to introduce new revenue generating services and reduce operating costs as well as capital expenditure.
Global IP Multimedia Subsystem Market Attractiveness By Application Type, 2016 to 2026
The internet and web service segment was valued at nearly USD 3,000 Million and accounted for 23.9% revenue share in 2016. The segment is expected to be valued in excess of USD 14,000 Million by 2026 end, accounting for 29.0% revenue share at a CAGR of 17.2%. Internet and web based services are being increasingly adopted by users due to high usage of social media services on personal devices.
The VoIP segment is also expected to witness robust growth, despite demand being relatively lower. This segment was valued at over USD 3,000 Million, and accounted for 24.4% value share in 2016. By 2026 end, this segment is projected to reach a value of nearly USD 14,000 Million, and account for 27.3% revenue share at a CAGR of 16.3%.
Increasing usage of multimedia applications is a growing trend in the global IP multimedia subsystem market
IP multimedia subsystem services are enabling devices such as smartphones and laptops to access services through various networks such as cellular, broadband, Wi-Fi and others. In addition, along with a rising use of smartphones, individuals are using multimedia applications in order to improve their communications.
IP multimedia subsystem services allow users to use services such as multimedia conferencing, instant messaging, push-to-talk and other services along with maintaining the quality of services without increasing costs. Going with this current trend, many operators have started offering multimedia capabilities through IP multimedia subsystem services such as video, messaging, audio, push service and others to improve their offerings.
Market Taxonomy
By Mode of Communication:
- Mobile/Wireless
- Cable/Wireline
By End User:
- Consumer
- Enterprise
By Application:
- Internet & Web Service
- VoIP
- SMS
- Video Conferencing
- Video on Demand
- Others
By Region:
- North America
- Latin America
- Western Europe
- Eastern Europe
- Asia Pacific Excluding Japan
- Middle East and Africa
- Japan
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the outlook of the global IP multimedia subsystem market?
The global IP multimedia subsystem market is expected to grow from almost USD 14.3 billion in 2017 to nearly USD 50.4 billion by 2026, with 15% CAGR.
Which are some market players in the global IP Multimedia Subsystem?
Ericsson (Sweden), Huawei (China), NEC (Japan), Nokia (Finland), ZTE (China), Athonet (Italy), Cirpack (France), Cisco (US), CommVerge Solutions (China) are some prominent IP multimedia subsystem manufacturers
Table of Content
- 1. Global Market - Executive Summary
- 2. Assumptions & Acronyms Used
- 3. Research Methodology
- 4. Market Overview
- 5. Global Market Analysis, By Mode of Communication
- 5.1. Cable/Wireline
- 5.2. Mobile/Wireless
- 6. Global Market Analysis, By Application Type
- 6.1. Internet & Web Service
- 6.2. VoIP
- 6.3. SMS
- 6.4. Video Conferencing
- 6.5. Video On Demand
- 6.6. Others
- 7. Global Market Analysis, By End-User Segment
- 7.1. Consumer
- 7.2. Enterprises
- 8. Global Market Analysis, By Region
- 8.1. North America
- 8.2. Western Europe
- 8.3. Eastern Europe
- 8.4. APEJ
- 8.5. Japan
- 8.6. Middle East & Africa
- 9. North America Market Analysis & Forecast
- 10. Western Europe Market Analysis & Forecast
- 11. Eastern Europe Market Analysis & Forecast
- 12. APEJ Market Analysis & Forecast
- 13. Japan Market Analysis & Forecast
- 14. Middle East & Africa (MEA) Market Analysis & Forecast
- 15. Competition Landscape
- 15.1. Nokia Corporation
- 15.2. Cirpack SAS
- 15.3. Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd
- 15.4. Italtel S.p.A.
- 15.5. ZTE Corporation
- 15.6. Mitel Networks Corporation
- 15.7. Ericsson Inc.
- 15.8. IBM Corporation
- 15.9. Cisco Systems, Inc.
- 15.10. MTN Irancell Telecommunications Service Company
- 15.11. Emirates Telecommunication Group Company PJSC (Etisalat)
- 15.12. Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company PJSC (DU)
List of Tables
Table 01: Global Market Value (US$ Mn) Analysis and Forecast, By Region, 2015 to 2026
Table 02: North America Market Value (US$ Mn) Forecast, By Mode of Communication, 2016 to 2026
Table 03: North America Market Value (US$ Mn) Forecast, By Application Type, 2016 to 2026
Table 04: North America Market Value (US$ Mn) Forecast, By End-User Segment, 2016 to 2026
Table 05: Western Europe Market Value (US$ Mn) Forecast, By Mode of Communication, 2016 to 2026
Table 06: Western Europe Market Value (US$ Mn) Forecast, By Application Type, 2016 to 2026
Table 07: Western Europe Market Value (US$ Mn) Forecast, By End-User Segment, 2016 to 2026
Table 08: Eastern Europe Market Value (US$ Mn) Forecast, By Mode of Communication, 2016 to 2026
Table 09: Eastern Europe Market Value (US$ Mn) Forecast, By Application Type, 2016 to 2026
Table 10: Eastern Europe Market Value (US$ Mn) Forecast, By End-User Segment, 2016 to 2026
Table 11: APEJ Market Value (US$ Mn) Forecast, By Mode of Communication, 2016 to 2026
Table 12: APEJ Market Value (US$ Mn) Forecast, By Application Type, 2016 to 2026
Table 13: APEJ Market Value (US$ Mn) Forecast, By End-User Segment, 2016 to 2026
Table 14: Japan Market Value (US$ Mn) Forecast, By Mode of Communication, 2016 to 2026
Table 15: Japan Market Value (US$ Mn) Forecast, By Application Type, 2016 to 2026
Table 16: Japan Market Value (US$ Mn) Forecast, By End-User Segment, 2016 to 2026
Table 17: GCC Market Value (US$ Mn) Forecast, By Country, 2016 to 2026
Table 18: MEA Market Value (US$ Mn) Forecast, By Mode of Communication, 2016 to 2026
Table 19: MEA Market Value (US$ Mn) Forecast, By Application Type, 2016 to 2026
Table 20: MEA Market Value (US$ Mn) Forecast, By End-User Segment, 2016 to 2026
List of Figures
Figure 01: Global Market Value (US$ Mn, 2016 to 2026
Figure 02: Global Market Value (US$ Mn) & Y-o-Y Growth Forecast, 2016 to 2026
Figure 03: Global Market Absolute $ Opportunity (US$ Mn), 2016 to 2026
Figure 04: Global Market Value Share (%) & BPS Analysis, By Mode of Communication, 2016 & 2026
Figure 05: Global Market Y-o-Y Growth Comparison, By Mode of Communication, 2016 to 2026
Figure 06: Global Market Value (US$ Mn) & Y-o-Y Growth Forecast, By Wireline/Cable Mode 2016 to 2026
Figure 07: Global Market Absolute $ Opportunity (US$ Mn), by Wireline/Cable mode 2016 to 2026
Figure 08: Global Market Value (US$ Mn) & Y-o-Y Growth Forecast, By Wireless 2016 to 2026
Figure 09: Global Market Absolute $ Opportunity (US$ Mn), by Wireless 2016 to 2026
Figure 10: Global Market Attractiveness Index, By Mode of Communication, 2016 to 2026
Figure 11: Global Market Value Share (%) & BPS Analysis, By Application type, 2016 & 2026
Figure 12: Global Market Y-o-Y Growth Comparison, By Application type, 2016 to 2026
Figure 13: Global Market Value (US$ Mn) & Y-o-Y Growth Forecast, By Internet & Web Service Segment 2016 to 2026
Figure 14: Global Market Absolute $ Opportunity (US$ Mn), by Internet & Web Service Segment2016 to 2026
Figure 15: Global Market Value (US$ Mn) & Y-o-Y Growth Forecast, By VoIP Segment 2016 to 2026
Figure 16: Global Market Absolute $ Opportunity (US$ Mn), By VoIP Segment 2016 to 2026
Figure 17: Global Market Value (US$ Mn) & Y-o-Y Growth Forecast, By SMS Segment 2016 to 2026
Figure 18: Global Market Absolute $ Opportunity (US$ Mn), By SMS Segment 2016 to 2026
Figure 19: Global Market Value (US$ Mn) & Y-o-Y Growth Forecast, By Video Conferencing Segment 2016 to 2026
Figure 20: Global Market Absolute $ Opportunity (US$ Mn), By Video Conferencing Segment 2016 to 2026
Figure 21: Global Market Value (US$ Mn) & Y-o-Y Growth Forecast, By Video on Demand Segment 2016 to 2026
Figure 22: Figure 22:Global Market Absolute $ Opportunity (US$ Mn), By Video on Demand Segment 2016 to 2026
Figure 23: Global Market Value (US$ Mn) & Y-o-Y Growth Forecast, By Others Segment 2016 to 2026
Figure 24: Global Market Absolute $ Opportunity (US$ Mn), By Others Segment 2016 to 2026
Figure 25: Global Market Attractiveness Index, By Application Type, 2016 to 2026
Figure 26: Global Market Value Share (%) & BPS Analysis, By End-User Segment, 2016 & 2026
Figure 27: Global Market Y-o-Y Growth Comparison, By End-User Segment, 2016 to 2026
Figure 28: Global Market Value (US$ Mn) & Y-o-Y Growth Forecast, By Consumer Segment 2016 to 2026
Figure 29: Global Market Absolute $ Opportunity (US$ Mn), by Consumer Segment 2016 to 2026
Figure 30: Global Market Value (US$ Mn) & Y-o-Y Growth Forecast, By Enterprise Segment 2016 to 2026
Figure 31: Global Market Absolute $ Opportunity (US$ Mn), By Enterprise Segment 2016 to 2026
Figure 32: Global Market Attractiveness Index, By End-User Segment, 2016 to 2026
Figure 33: Global Market Value Share (%) & BPS Analysis, By Region, 2016 & 2026
Figure 34: Global Market Y-o-Y Growth Comparison, By Region, 2016 to 2026
Figure 35: Global Market Attractiveness Index, By Region, 2016 to 2026
Figure 36: North America Market Value Share (%) & BPS Analysis, By Country, 2016 & 2026
Figure 37: North America Market Y-o-Y Growth Comparison, By Country, 2016 to 2026
Figure 38: USA Market Value (US$ Mn) & Y-o-Y Growth Forecast, 2016 to 2026
Figure 39: USA Market Absolute $ Opportunity (US$ Mn), 2016 to 2026
Figure 40: Canada Market Value (US$ Mn) & Y-o-Y Growth Forecast, 2016 to 2026
Figure 41: Canada Market Absolute $ Opportunity (US$ Mn), 2016 to 2026
Figure 42: North America Market Attractiveness Index, By Country, 2016 to 2026
Figure 43: North America Market Attractiveness Index, By Mode of Communication, 2016 to 2026
Figure 44: North America Market Attractiveness Index, By Application Type, 2016 to 2026
Figure 45: North America Market Attractiveness Index, By End-User Segment, 2016 to 2026
Figure 46: Western Europe Market Value Share (%) & BPS Analysis, By Country, 2016 & 2026
Figure 47: Western Europe Market Y-o-Y Growth Comparison, By Country, 2016 to 2026
Figure 48: Germany Market Value (US$ Mn) & Y-o-Y Growth Forecast, 2016 to 2026
Figure 49: Germany Market Absolute $ Opportunity (US$ Mn), 2016 to 2026
Figure 50: France Market Value (US$ Mn) & Y-o-Y Growth Forecast, 2016 to 2026
Figure 51: France Market Absolute $ Opportunity (US$ Mn), 2016 to 2026
Figure 52: UK Market Value (US$ Mn) & Y-o-Y Growth Forecast, 2016 to 2026
Figure 53: UK Market Absolute $ Opportunity (US$ Mn), 2016 to 2026
Figure 54: Spain Market Value (US$ Mn) & Y-o-Y Growth Forecast, 2016 to 2026
Figure 55: Spain Market Absolute $ Opportunity (US$ Mn), 2016 to 2026
Figure 56: Italy Market Value (US$ Mn) & Y-o-Y Growth Forecast, 2016 to 2026
Figure 57: Italy Market Absolute $ Opportunity (US$ Mn), 2016 to 2026
Figure 58: Nordic Market Value (US$ Mn) & Y-o-Y Growth Forecast, 2016 to 2026
Figure 59: Nordic Market Absolute $ Opportunity (US$ Mn), 2016 to 2026
Figure 60: Benelux Market Value (US$ Mn) & Y-o-Y Growth Forecast, 2016 to 2026
Figure 61: Benelux Market Absolute $ Opportunity (US$ Mn), 2016 to 2026
Figure 62: Rest of Western Europe Market Value (US$ Mn) & Y-o-Y Growth Forecast, 2016 to 2026
Figure 63: Rest of Western Europe Market Absolute $ Opportunity (US$ Mn), 2016 to 2026
Figure 64: Western Europe Market Attractiveness Index, By Country, 2016 to 2026
Figure 65: Western Europe Market Attractiveness Index, By Mode of Communication, 2016 to 2026
Figure 66: Eastern Europe Market Attractiveness Index, By Application Type, 2016 to 2026
Figure 67: Eastern Europe Market Attractiveness Index, By End-User Type, 2016 to 2026
Figure 68: Eastern Europe Market Value Share (%) & BPS Analysis, By Country, 2016 & 2026
Figure 69: Eastern Europe Market Y-o-Y Growth Comparison, By Country, 2016 to 2026
Figure 70: Russia Market Value (US$ Mn) & Y-o-Y Growth Forecast, 2016 to 2026
Figure 71: Russia Market Absolute $ Opportunity (US$ Mn), 2016 to 2026
Figure 72: Poland Market Value (US$ Mn) & Y-o-Y Growth Forecast, 2016 to 2026
Figure 73: Poland Market Absolute $ Opportunity (US$ Mn), 2016 to 2026
Figure 74: Rest of Eastern Europe Market Value (US$ Mn) & Y-o-Y Growth Forecast, 2016 to 2026
Figure 75: Rest of Eastern Europe Market Absolute $ Opportunity (US$ Mn), 2016 to 2026
Figure 76: Eastern Europe Market Attractiveness Index, By Country, 2016 to 2026
Figure 77: Eastern Europe Market Attractiveness Index, By Mode of Communication, 2016 to 2026
Figure 78: Eastern Europe Market Attractiveness Index, By Application Type, 2016 to 2026
Figure 79: Eastern Europe Market Attractiveness Index, By End-User Type, 2016 to 2026
Figure 80: APEJ Market Value Share (%) & BPS Analysis, By Country, 2016 & 2026
Figure 81: APEJ Market Y-o-Y Growth Comparison, By Country, 2016 to 2026
Figure 82: China Market Value (US$ Mn) & Y-o-Y Growth Forecast, 2016 to 2026
Figure 83: China Market Absolute $ Opportunity (US$ Mn), 2016 to 2026
Figure 84: India Market Value (US$ Mn) & Y-o-Y Growth Forecast, 2016 to 2026
Figure 85: India Market Absolute $ Opportunity (US$ Mn), 2016 to 2026
Figure 86: ASEAN Market Value (US$ Mn) & Y-o-Y Growth Forecast, 2016 to 2026
Figure 87: ASEAN Market Absolute $ Opportunity (US$ Mn), 2016 to 2026
Figure 88: Australia & New Zealand Market Value (US$ Mn) & Y-o-Y Growth Forecast, 2016 to 2026
Figure 89: Australia & New Zealand Market Absolute $ Opportunity (US$ Mn), 2016 to 2026
Figure 90: Rest of APEJ Market Value (US$ Mn) & Y-o-Y Growth Forecast, 2016 to 2026
Figure 91: Rest of APEJ Market Absolute $ Opportunity (US$ Mn), 2016 to 2026
Figure 92: APEJ Market Attractiveness Index, By Country, 2016 to 2026
Figure 93: APEJ Market Attractiveness Index, By Mode of Communication, 2016 to 2026
Figure 94: APEJ Market Attractiveness Index, By Application Type, 2016 to 2026
Figure 95: APEJ Market Attractiveness Index, By End-User Type, 2016 to 2026
Figure 96: Japan Market Value (US$ Mn) & Y-o-Y Growth Forecast, 2016 to 2026
Figure 97: Japan Market Absolute $ Opportunity (US$ Mn), 2016 to 2026
Figure 98: Japan Market Attractiveness Index, By Mode of Communication, 2016 to 2026
Figure 99: Japan Market Attractiveness Index, By Application Type, 2016 to 2026
Figure 100: Japan Market Attractiveness Index, By End-User Segment, 2016 to 2026
Figure 101: MEA Market Value Share (%) & BPS Analysis, By Country, 2016 & 2026
Figure 102: MEA Market Y-o-Y Growth Comparison, By Country, 2016 to 2026
Figure 103: GCC Market Value (US$ Mn) & Y-o-Y Growth Forecast, 2016 to 2026
Figure 104: GCC Market Absolute $ Opportunity (US$ Mn), 2016 to 2026
Figure 105: Iran Market Value (US$ Mn) & Y-o-Y Growth Forecast, 2016 to 2026
Figure 106: Iran Market Absolute $ Opportunity (US$ Mn), 2016 to 2026
Figure 107: Turkey Market Value (US$ Mn) & Y-o-Y Growth Forecast, 2016 to 2026
Figure 108: Turkey Market Absolute $ Opportunity (US$ Mn), 2016 to 2026
Figure 109: South Africa Market Value (US$ Mn) & Y-o-Y Growth Forecast, 2016 to 2026
Figure 110: South Africa Market Absolute $ Opportunity (US$ Mn), 2016 to 2026
Figure 111: North Africa Market Value (US$ Mn) & Y-o-Y Growth Forecast, 2016 to 2026
Figure 112: North Africa Market Absolute $ Opportunity (US$ Mn), 2016 to 2026
Figure 113: Rest of MEA Market Value (US$ Mn) & Y-o-Y Growth Forecast, 2016 to 2026
Figure 114: Rest of MEA Market Absolute $ Opportunity (US$ Mn), 2016 to 2026
Figure 115: MEA Market Attractiveness Index, By Country, 2016 to 2026
Figure 116: MEA Market Attractiveness Index, By Country, 2016 to 2026
Figure 117: MEA Market Attractiveness Index, By Country, 2016 to 2026
Figure 118: MEA Market Attractiveness Index, By Mode of Communication , 2016 to 2026
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