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全球远距临场系统设备市场

Telepresence Equipment

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简介目录

到2030年,全球远距临场系统设备市场预计将达到28亿美元

2023年全球远距临场系统设备市场预计为23亿美元,预计到2030年将达28亿美元,2023年至2030年复合年增长率为3.2%。大型企业远距临场系统设备是本报告分析的细分市场之一,预计复合年增长率为 3.1%,到分析期结束时将达到 19 亿美元。分析期间,中型企业远距临场系统设备细分市场的复合年增长率预计为 3.7%。

美国市场预估成长6.083亿美元,中国复合年增长率为3.1%

预计2023年美国远距临场系统设备市场规模将达6.083亿美元。中国作为全球第二大经济体,预计2030年市场规模将达到4.529亿美元,2023-2030年分析期间复合年增长率为3.1%。其他值得注意的区域市场包括日本和加拿大,在分析期间预计复合年增长率分别为 3.0% 和 2.7%。在欧洲,德国的复合年增长率预计为 3.4%。

全球远距临场系统设备市场-主要趋势与驱动因素总结

远距临场系统设备将如何彻底改变远端通讯?

远距临场系统设备采用先进的通讯技术,旨在打造逼真、身临其境的虚拟会议体验。该设备包括高清视讯会议系统、互动式显示器、麦克风、摄影机以及支援远端参与者之间无缝即时通讯的软体平台。企业、医疗保健、教育、政府等使用它来实现虚拟会议、咨询、培训和协作。随着远距工作、虚拟学习和远端医疗的不断扩展,远距临场系统设备对于维持有效沟通、改善决策和降低差旅成本至关重要。

远距临场系统设备市场的主要部分是什么?

主要类型包括身临其境型远距临场系统、个人远距临场系统和基于房间的远距临场系统系统,基于房间的远距临场系统系统广泛应用于企业负责人、医疗机构、教育机构等,占据最大的市场占有率。组件包括显示器、摄影机、麦克风、软体和其他周边设备,显示器在这一领域占据主导地位,因为它们能够提供清晰、高解析度的视觉效果,从而增强虚拟互动。最终用户包括企业、医疗保健提供者、教育机构和政府机构,其中由于需要有效的虚拟通讯、全球协作和降低成本,企业占了最大份额。

远距临场系统设备如何跨产业融合?

在企业领域,远距临场系统设备有助于虚拟负责人会议、团队合作、客户演示、支援决策并维持地理分散的团队的生产力。在医疗保健领域,远距临场系统系统可以实现虚拟咨询、远距病患评估和医务人员培训,从而改善获得护理和医学教育的机会。教育机构正在将远距临场系统技术用于虚拟教室、远距讲座和互动学习,以实现教育的连续性,不受地理限制。此外,政府机构正在部署远距临场系统系统进行远端治理、危机管理和部门间协调,以提高业务效率并降低差旅成本。

推动远距临场系统设备市场成长的因素有哪些?

远距临场系统设备市场的成长是由多种因素推动的,例如对远端通讯工具的需求不断增加、视讯会议技术的进步以及虚拟协作平台的日益采用。 AI 支援的视讯品质改进、频宽效率提高和即时语言翻译等创新正在支援企业、医疗保健和教育领域的广泛应用。远距临场系统设备提供高品质的通讯解决方案,由于它们专注于降低差旅成本、改善协作和支援混合工作模式,因此需求越来越大。此外,远距工作趋势的不断增长、全球协作的加强以及数位基础设施投资的增加都有助于市场成长并推动远距临场系统技术在各行业的采用。

部分

组织规模(大型公司、中型公司、小型公司)

受访企业范例(36家知名企业)

  • Array Telepresence
  • Avaya, Inc.
  • Cisco Systems, Inc.
  • Digital Video Enterprises
  • HaiVision
  • HP Inc.
  • Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd.
  • Polycom, Inc.
  • Sony Corporation
  • Videonations Limited(Nycomm Communications Group)
  • Vidyo, Inc.
  • ZTE Corporation

目录

第一章调查方法

第 2 章执行摘要

  • 市场概况
  • 主要企业
  • 市场趋势和驱动因素
  • 全球市场展望

第三章市场分析

  • 美国
  • 加拿大
  • 日本
  • 中国
  • 欧洲
  • 法国
  • 德国
  • 义大利
  • 英国
  • 其他欧洲国家
  • 亚太地区
  • 其他领域

第四章 比赛

简介目录
Product Code: MCP22920

Global Telepresence Equipment Market to Reach US$2.8 Billion by 2030

The global market for Telepresence Equipment estimated at US$2.3 Billion in the year 2023, is expected to reach US$2.8 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 3.2% over the analysis period 2023-2030. Telepresence Equipment for Large Enterprises, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is expected to record a 3.1% CAGR and reach US$1.9 Billion by the end of the analysis period. Growth in the Telepresence Equipment for Medium Enterprises segment is estimated at 3.7% CAGR over the analysis period.

The U.S. Market is Estimated at US$608.3 Million While China is Forecast to Grow at 3.1% CAGR

The Telepresence Equipment market in the U.S. is estimated at US$608.3 Million in the year 2023. China, the world's second largest economy, is forecast to reach a projected market size of US$452.9 Million by the year 2030 trailing a CAGR of 3.1% over the analysis period 2023-2030. Among the other noteworthy geographic markets are Japan and Canada, each forecast to grow at a CAGR of 3.0% and 2.7% respectively over the analysis period. Within Europe, Germany is forecast to grow at approximately 3.4% CAGR.

Global Telepresence Equipment Market - Key Trends and Drivers Summarized

How Is Telepresence Equipment Revolutionizing Remote Communication?

Telepresence equipment comprises advanced communication technologies designed to create realistic, immersive virtual meeting experiences. This equipment includes high-definition video conferencing systems, interactive displays, microphones, cameras, and software platforms that support seamless, real-time communication between remote participants. It is used across sectors like corporate enterprises, healthcare, education, and government to enable virtual meetings, consultations, training, and collaboration. As remote work, virtual learning, and telehealth continue to expand, telepresence equipment has become crucial in maintaining effective communication, improving decision-making, and reducing travel costs.

What Are the Key Segments in the Telepresence Equipment Market?

Key types include immersive telepresence, personal telepresence, and room-based telepresence systems, with room-based telepresence systems holding the largest market share due to their widespread use in corporate boardrooms, healthcare facilities, and educational institutions. Components include displays, cameras, microphones, software, and other peripherals, with displays dominating the segment as they enable clear, high-resolution visuals that enhance virtual interactions. End-users comprise corporate enterprises, healthcare providers, educational institutions, and government organizations, with corporate enterprises representing a significant share driven by the need for effective virtual communication, global collaboration, and cost reduction.

How Is Telepresence Equipment Integrated Across Industries?

In the corporate sector, telepresence equipment facilitates virtual board meetings, team collaborations, and client presentations, supporting decision-making and maintaining productivity across geographically dispersed teams. In healthcare, telepresence systems enable virtual consultations, remote patient assessments, and training of medical staff, improving access to care and medical education. Educational institutions use telepresence technology for virtual classrooms, remote lectures, and interactive learning, ensuring continuous education despite geographical limitations. Additionally, government agencies deploy telepresence systems for remote governance, crisis management, and cross-departmental coordination, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing travel costs.

What Factors Are Driving the Growth in the Telepresence Equipment Market?

The growth in the Telepresence Equipment market is driven by several factors, including increasing demand for remote communication tools, advancements in video conferencing technology, and rising adoption of virtual collaboration platforms. Innovations like AI-enhanced video quality, improved bandwidth efficiency, and real-time language translation have supported broader applications in corporate, healthcare, and education sectors. The focus on reducing travel expenses, improving collaboration, and supporting hybrid work models has further fueled demand, as telepresence equipment provides high-quality communication solutions. Additionally, expanding remote work trends, increasing global collaborations, and growing investments in digital infrastructure have contributed to market growth, encouraging the adoption of telepresence technology across industries.

SCOPE OF STUDY:

The report analyzes the Telepresence Equipment market in terms of US$ Thousand by the following Organization Size, and Geographic Regions/Countries:

Segments:

Organization Size (Large Enterprises, Medium Enterprises, Small Enterprises)

Geographic Regions/Countries:

World; United States; Canada; Japan; China; Europe (France; Germany; Italy; United Kingdom; and Rest of Europe); Asia-Pacific; Rest of World.

Select Competitors (Total 36 Featured) -

  • Array Telepresence
  • Avaya, Inc.
  • Cisco Systems, Inc.
  • Digital Video Enterprises
  • HaiVision
  • HP Inc.
  • Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd.
  • Polycom, Inc.
  • Sony Corporation
  • Videonations Limited (Nycomm Communications Group)
  • Vidyo, Inc.
  • ZTE Corporation

TABLE OF CONTENTS

I. METHODOLOGY

II. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

  • 1. MARKET OVERVIEW
    • Influencer Market Insights
    • World Market Trajectories
    • Global Economic Update
    • Telepresence Equipment - Global Key Competitors Percentage Market Share in 2024 (E)
    • Competitive Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial for Players Worldwide in 2024 (E)
  • 2. FOCUS ON SELECT PLAYERS
  • 3. MARKET TRENDS & DRIVERS
    • Growing Demand for Virtual Meetings Drives Telepresence Equipment Adoption
    • Rising Use in Remote Work and Hybrid Offices Expands Market Scope
    • Advancements in 4K and HD Video Conferencing Propel Telepresence Growth
    • Integration with AI and AR Technologies Strengthens Business Case
    • Increasing Adoption in Healthcare for Remote Consultations Spurs Demand
    • Rising Use in Education for Virtual Classrooms Expands Addressable Market
    • Growing Adoption by Law Firms and Legal Services Expands Market
    • Technological Advancements in Audio-Visual Quality Enhance User Experience
    • Rising Use in Manufacturing for Remote Monitoring Drives Adoption
    • Growing Demand in Defense and Security Sectors Expands Applications
    • Focus on Enhancing Remote Customer Support Drives Market Growth
    • Increasing Use in Training and Simulation Expands Telepresence Scope
  • 4. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE
    • TABLE 1: World Telepresence Equipment Market Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2014 through 2030
    • TABLE 2: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Telepresence Equipment by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 3: World Historic Review for Telepresence Equipment by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 4: World 16-Year Perspective for Telepresence Equipment by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets for Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
    • TABLE 5: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Large Enterprises by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 6: World Historic Review for Large Enterprises by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 7: World 16-Year Perspective for Large Enterprises by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
    • TABLE 8: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Medium Enterprises by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 9: World Historic Review for Medium Enterprises by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 10: World 16-Year Perspective for Medium Enterprises by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
    • TABLE 11: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Small Enterprises by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 12: World Historic Review for Small Enterprises by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 13: World 16-Year Perspective for Small Enterprises by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2014, 2024 & 2030

III. MARKET ANALYSIS

  • UNITED STATES
    • Telepresence Equipment Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in the United States for 2024 (E)
    • TABLE 14: USA Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Telepresence Equipment by Organization Size - Large Enterprises, Medium Enterprises and Small Enterprises - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for the Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 15: USA Historic Review for Telepresence Equipment by Organization Size - Large Enterprises, Medium Enterprises and Small Enterprises Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 16: USA 16-Year Perspective for Telepresence Equipment by Organization Size - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Large Enterprises, Medium Enterprises and Small Enterprises for the Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
  • CANADA
    • TABLE 17: Canada Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Telepresence Equipment by Organization Size - Large Enterprises, Medium Enterprises and Small Enterprises - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for the Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 18: Canada Historic Review for Telepresence Equipment by Organization Size - Large Enterprises, Medium Enterprises and Small Enterprises Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 19: Canada 16-Year Perspective for Telepresence Equipment by Organization Size - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Large Enterprises, Medium Enterprises and Small Enterprises for the Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
  • JAPAN
    • Telepresence Equipment Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Japan for 2024 (E)
    • TABLE 20: Japan Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Telepresence Equipment by Organization Size - Large Enterprises, Medium Enterprises and Small Enterprises - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for the Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 21: Japan Historic Review for Telepresence Equipment by Organization Size - Large Enterprises, Medium Enterprises and Small Enterprises Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 22: Japan 16-Year Perspective for Telepresence Equipment by Organization Size - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Large Enterprises, Medium Enterprises and Small Enterprises for the Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
  • CHINA
    • Telepresence Equipment Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in China for 2024 (E)
    • TABLE 23: China Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Telepresence Equipment by Organization Size - Large Enterprises, Medium Enterprises and Small Enterprises - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for the Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 24: China Historic Review for Telepresence Equipment by Organization Size - Large Enterprises, Medium Enterprises and Small Enterprises Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 25: China 16-Year Perspective for Telepresence Equipment by Organization Size - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Large Enterprises, Medium Enterprises and Small Enterprises for the Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
  • EUROPE
    • Telepresence Equipment Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Europe for 2024 (E)
    • TABLE 26: Europe Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Telepresence Equipment by Geographic Region - France, Germany, Italy, UK and Rest of Europe Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 27: Europe Historic Review for Telepresence Equipment by Geographic Region - France, Germany, Italy, UK and Rest of Europe Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 28: Europe 16-Year Perspective for Telepresence Equipment by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for France, Germany, Italy, UK and Rest of Europe Markets for Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
    • TABLE 29: Europe Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Telepresence Equipment by Organization Size - Large Enterprises, Medium Enterprises and Small Enterprises - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for the Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 30: Europe Historic Review for Telepresence Equipment by Organization Size - Large Enterprises, Medium Enterprises and Small Enterprises Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 31: Europe 16-Year Perspective for Telepresence Equipment by Organization Size - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Large Enterprises, Medium Enterprises and Small Enterprises for the Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
  • FRANCE
    • Telepresence Equipment Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in France for 2024 (E)
    • TABLE 32: France Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Telepresence Equipment by Organization Size - Large Enterprises, Medium Enterprises and Small Enterprises - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for the Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 33: France Historic Review for Telepresence Equipment by Organization Size - Large Enterprises, Medium Enterprises and Small Enterprises Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 34: France 16-Year Perspective for Telepresence Equipment by Organization Size - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Large Enterprises, Medium Enterprises and Small Enterprises for the Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
  • GERMANY
    • Telepresence Equipment Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Germany for 2024 (E)
    • TABLE 35: Germany Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Telepresence Equipment by Organization Size - Large Enterprises, Medium Enterprises and Small Enterprises - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for the Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 36: Germany Historic Review for Telepresence Equipment by Organization Size - Large Enterprises, Medium Enterprises and Small Enterprises Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 37: Germany 16-Year Perspective for Telepresence Equipment by Organization Size - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Large Enterprises, Medium Enterprises and Small Enterprises for the Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
  • ITALY
    • TABLE 38: Italy Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Telepresence Equipment by Organization Size - Large Enterprises, Medium Enterprises and Small Enterprises - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for the Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 39: Italy Historic Review for Telepresence Equipment by Organization Size - Large Enterprises, Medium Enterprises and Small Enterprises Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 40: Italy 16-Year Perspective for Telepresence Equipment by Organization Size - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Large Enterprises, Medium Enterprises and Small Enterprises for the Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
  • UNITED KINGDOM
    • Telepresence Equipment Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in the United Kingdom for 2024 (E)
    • TABLE 41: UK Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Telepresence Equipment by Organization Size - Large Enterprises, Medium Enterprises and Small Enterprises - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for the Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 42: UK Historic Review for Telepresence Equipment by Organization Size - Large Enterprises, Medium Enterprises and Small Enterprises Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 43: UK 16-Year Perspective for Telepresence Equipment by Organization Size - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Large Enterprises, Medium Enterprises and Small Enterprises for the Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
  • REST OF EUROPE
    • TABLE 44: Rest of Europe Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Telepresence Equipment by Organization Size - Large Enterprises, Medium Enterprises and Small Enterprises - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for the Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 45: Rest of Europe Historic Review for Telepresence Equipment by Organization Size - Large Enterprises, Medium Enterprises and Small Enterprises Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 46: Rest of Europe 16-Year Perspective for Telepresence Equipment by Organization Size - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Large Enterprises, Medium Enterprises and Small Enterprises for the Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
  • ASIA-PACIFIC
    • Telepresence Equipment Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Asia-Pacific for 2024 (E)
    • TABLE 47: Asia-Pacific Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Telepresence Equipment by Organization Size - Large Enterprises, Medium Enterprises and Small Enterprises - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for the Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 48: Asia-Pacific Historic Review for Telepresence Equipment by Organization Size - Large Enterprises, Medium Enterprises and Small Enterprises Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 49: Asia-Pacific 16-Year Perspective for Telepresence Equipment by Organization Size - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Large Enterprises, Medium Enterprises and Small Enterprises for the Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
  • REST OF WORLD
    • TABLE 50: Rest of World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Telepresence Equipment by Organization Size - Large Enterprises, Medium Enterprises and Small Enterprises - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for the Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 51: Rest of World Historic Review for Telepresence Equipment by Organization Size - Large Enterprises, Medium Enterprises and Small Enterprises Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 52: Rest of World 16-Year Perspective for Telepresence Equipment by Organization Size - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Large Enterprises, Medium Enterprises and Small Enterprises for the Years 2014, 2024 & 2030

IV. COMPETITION