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.