Global IT & Telecom TIC Market Poised for Strong Growth, Driven by 5G, Cybersecurity, and Regulatory Compliance
The global Testing, Inspection, and Certification (TIC)
market for the IT & Telecom industry is witnessing steady expansion,
underpinned by rapid digitalization, growing cybersecurity mandates, and the
large-scale deployment of next-generation communication infrastructure. The
market was valued at USD 2.42 billion in 2025 and is estimated to reach USD
2.55 billion in 2026, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.6%
to reach USD 4.17 billion by 2035.
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As telecom networks, cloud platforms, and connected systems
become increasingly complex, TIC services have emerged as a critical enabler of
network reliability, regulatory compliance, and operational resilience.
Testing, inspection, and certification play a vital role in cost optimization,
productivity enhancement, quality assurance, and risk mitigation across IT and
telecom value chains.
Digital Transformation Accelerates Demand for TIC
Services
The IT and telecom sector continues to evolve rapidly due to
advances in 5G, fiber networks, cloud computing, data centers, and IoT
ecosystems. This transformation has significantly increased the need for
third-party TIC services to ensure system interoperability, performance
validation, safety compliance, and cybersecurity readiness.
Telecom operators now allocate approximately 25–30% of their
infrastructure investment budgets to testing, inspection, and
compliance-related activities, reflecting the strategic importance of TIC in
maintaining service uptime, regulatory adherence, and customer trust.
ESG, Cybersecurity, and Automation Reshape Market
Dynamics
The growing emphasis on environmental, social, and
governance (ESG) compliance is driving demand for TIC services that evaluate
carbon footprints, ethical sourcing, and sustainability standards. At the same
time, the proliferation of digital products and connected systems has led to a
sharp rise in cybersecurity testing and certification, particularly for IoT
devices, telecom equipment, and cloud-based platforms.
Advanced technologies such as AI, IoT, and data analytics
are increasingly being integrated into TIC workflows, enabling faster
inspections, improved accuracy, automated reporting, and reduced human error.
Cybersecurity-focused TIC services alone are expanding at an estimated 10–12%
annually, driven by stricter data protection laws and escalating cyber threats.
Testing and Wireless Infrastructure Lead Market
Segmentation
By service type, testing services represent the largest and
fastest-growing segment, accounting for nearly 38–40% of total market revenue,
supported by demand for network speed validation, load testing, application
reliability checks, and security assessments. Wireless infrastructure testing
is expanding rapidly—at over 9% annual growth—as global 5G rollouts and
small-cell deployments accelerate.
Data centers, fiber networks, and cloud-native architectures
are also driving sustained demand for inspection and certification services,
particularly as uptime requirements tighten and compliance expectations
increase.
Asia Pacific Emerges as the Fastest-Growing Regional
Market
Regionally, Asia Pacific is the fastest-growing market,
recording annual growth of nearly 9–10%, fueled by large-scale 5G deployment,
fiber expansion, and rising regulatory enforcement across countries such as
China, India, Japan, and South Korea. North America and Europe continue to see
stable growth, supported by stringent regulatory frameworks, cybersecurity
mandates, and sustained investment in digital infrastructure.
Competitive Landscape and Strategic Developments
The IT & Telecom TIC market is moderately to highly
competitive, with global players such as Intertek Group, Bureau Veritas, SGS,
TÜV Rheinland, TÜV SÜD, UL Solutions, DEKRA, and Eurofins Scientific focusing
on innovation, geographic expansion, and advanced certification services.
Recent developments—including the launch of AI safety certification frameworks
and collaborations on next-generation technology validation—highlight the
evolving role of TIC providers in supporting emerging digital ecosystems.
Comprehensive Market Intelligence Available
The latest Global TIC Market for IT & Telecom Industry
Report offers in-depth insights into market size, growth trends, segmentation
analysis, regional outlooks, competitive strategies, and recent developments
from 2026 to 2035. The report supports strategic decision-making for telecom
operators, IT service providers, investors, regulators, and TIC companies
navigating an increasingly complex compliance and technology landscape.
