Saudi Arabia Security System Integrators Market - By Security Type (Application Security, Endpoint Security, Network Security, Data Security, Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery, and Risk & Compliance Management), By Organization Size (Small & Medium-Sized Enterprises, Large Enterprises), By Industry Vertical (Government, Aerospace & Défense, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Retail, Energy & Utilities, IT & Telecom, and Others), and By Region, Competition, Forecast, & Opportunities 2018-2028

Saudi Arabia security system integrators market is expected to grow during the forecast period. The rapidly increasing digitalization and growing complication with respect of mergers and acquisitions are among the major factors driving the Saudi Arabia security system integrators market.

A security systems integrator specializes in bringing together subsystems into a whole and making sure that those subsystems function together. When the goal is physical security, those subsystems might be video surveillance, access control, intrusion, emergency notification, computer networks, and more.

Saudi Arabia Security System Integrators Market: Drivers & Trends

Growing Demand for Electronic Security Solutions

The growing trend of smart cities in Saudi Arabia is contributing significantly to the growth of the market. Saudi Arabia’s government and public sector initiatives account for the largest share of the market, as government increasingly use advanced technological solutions for criminal detection and surveillance, increasing the demand for solutions such as surveillance, access control, alarming, or intrusion control to a facility or an area. The demand for security system integrators arrangements in Saudi Arabia has increased dramatically. In Saudi Arabia, the need for security arrangements has grown manifold. There has been significant investment in large-scale infrastructure projects, industrial setups, and various urban landscape developments such as industrial complexes, offices, and IT parks.

Smart cities provide efficient transportation facilities, traffic management systems, smart grids, better healthcare facilities, and also adopt advanced technologies in the construction process. The constantly increasing urban population is attracting investments toward the development of smart cities, which will demand the adoption of electronic security systems due to their ability to provide faster, real-time data for better safety and security.

Terrorism has compelled the government to take drastic measures to protect its population, including the promotion of technology-based security systems. To avoid the dreadful consequences of crimes, an increasing number of people have begun to install video surveillance cameras, intrusion alarm systems, and other types of security solutions.

The amount of online or internet crimes is on the rise, necessitating the use of internet monitoring systems, IP-based surveillance, and access control systems. Various government agencies have increased their investments in security systems. A wide selection of electronic security systems is available to meet individual needs in various price ranges, which is expected to fuel the growth of the Saudi Arabia security system integrators market during the forecast period.

Augmented Demand for IP Cameras

The rapid evolution from analog cameras to Internet Protocol (IP) cameras transformed the adoption of video surveillance solutions, with improvements, such as sharper, high-definition digital images and advancements in video analytics and neuro networks. As IP cameras transfer truly digital signals, they offer greater video detail, which makes them more appropriate for facial recognition or detecting license plate numbers.

The expansion in production of IP cameras led to a decline in prices and progressively widespread adoption. The integration of software solutions into video supervision makes it feasible to perceive unexpected and unattended objects or packages, path tracking, line crossing, and detecting grab and run actions.

These integrations are also supported in the capability of raising alarms, thereby reducing the need for security guard patrols. Facial recognition software and integration with advanced systems proved effective in identifying suspicious individuals.

The Saudi Arabian government has been focusing on public projects, including the installation of video surveillance equipment for city surveillance, traffic monitoring, railways, and education. The enhancing demand for modern security technologies in industrial facilities to make sure the safety and security of workers is extending the need for IP cameras. The industries are concerned for the health and safety of their employees, owing to the rise in industrial accidents and injuries.

IP surveillance solutions also help manufacturing industries monitor crucial areas, such as assembly sections, boilers, and condensers, where high chances of accidents are being witnessed. Additionally, it helps operators monitor the production process and optimize business operations.

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Security systems can be as easy as a video camera or as complicated as a biometric system, all with the intention of monitoring, detecting, and recording incursion. Closed circuit television (CCTV) cameras, burglar alarm systems, and access control systems have become household names as digital surveillance tools. Intellectual property (IP)-based surveillance technology, touted as the future of surveillance systems, has replaced closed circuit analog systems.

Living standards of people have improved as a result of rising urbanization and increasing foreign investments, which have increased their use of security systems. The Government of Saudi Arabia has issued strict regulations and guidelines for the security of children within school premises, including installing cameras and other security solutions and services. The government has also laid emphasis on the growing need for women's safety by installing CCTVs in public areas, buses, etc.

Foreign direct investment (FDI) plays a critical role in modifying society and improving economic development. This further promotes the acceptance of new technologies in a developing society. Thus, advocates of modern surveillance technologies such as HD video cameras, are likely to expand the Saudi Arabia security system integrators market.  

Saudi Arabia Security System Integrators Market: Challenges

Lack of Skilled Cybersecurity Professionals in Enterprises

In an increasingly digitized landscape, where cyber threats continue to evolve in complexity and frequency, the demand for skilled experts proficient in safeguarding critical information and systems has grown exponentially. As organizations in Saudi Arabia endeavor to fortify their cybersecurity defense, the shortage of qualified cybersecurity professionals poses multifaceted challenges. Firstly, the lack of skilled personnel limits the ability of security system integrators to effectively design, deploy, and manage sophisticated security solutions. Without adept professionals to assess vulnerabilities, develop robust strategies, and respond to breaches, the overall cybersecurity posture of enterprises is compromised.

Moreover, the deficit in skilled cybersecurity workforces hinders the implementation of sophisticated technologies such as artificial intelligence and machine learning for threat detection and mitigation. These technologies need specialized expertise to fine-tune algorithms, interpret results, and adapt to evolving threats. The shortage thus limits the full potential of these tools in bolstering cyber defenses.

Furthermore, the competitive landscape for cybersecurity talent further exacerbates the challenge. The demand for such professionals extends beyond individual enterprises to governmental entities, financial institutions, and technology companies, intensifying the struggle to recruit and retain qualified personnel. This demand-driven competition drives up the costs of hiring and retaining cybersecurity experts, potentially straining budgets for security system integrators.

Therefore, the shortage of skilled cybersecurity professionals poses a formidable challenge for the Saudi Arabia Security System Integrators Market.

Ethical Concerns

Security system integrators are being used in both public and private domains. For instance, a video surveillance system is used where security is of utmost importance in places such as highways, parks, transportation platforms, retail stores, and financial and educational institutions. However, these security systems have also been viewed as violating privacy and are opposed by various civil liberties groups and activists. There have been increasing concerns about who watches the video and how it might be misused because people expect their personal information to be used only for legitimate and specific purposes.

Saudi Arabia depends heavily on video surveillance as a tool to bout crime and inhibit terrorism, and the public is used to see closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras on every single street. There has been rising pressure on the government to accelerate the implementation of video surveillance to shield citizens against the threat of terror attacks.

Recent Developments

• In March 2023, Google invested USD 450 million in home security company ADT, in which the two companies finally have an integrated offering for customers looking for a DIY smart security setup. ADT’s Self Setup system will now integrate with Google Nest devices, including its video doorbell and indoor and outdoor cameras.
• In March 2023, Convergint announced the results of its first annual Voice of the Customer Benchmarking Survey, which revealed that the role of physical security professionals has grown increasingly complex, now requiring intensive IT skills in areas such as cybersecurity and cloud computing.
• In March 2023, Axis Communications and Genetec announced a partnership to deliver a new physical security system for businesses. The partnership between Axis and Genetec provides a flexible, user-friendly solution that allows integrators to benefit from easy-to-deploy high-quality hardware pre-loaded with one of the industry’s most innovative access control software, removing friction associated with traditional software/hardware integrations.

Market Segmentation

The Saudi Arabia security system integrators market is segmented into security type, organization size, industry vertical, and region. Based on security type, the market is segmented into application security, endpoint security, network security, data security, business continuity & disaster recovery, and risk & compliance management. Based on organization size, the market is segmented into small & medium-sized enterprises and large enterprises. Based on industry vertical, the market is segmented into government, aerospace & defense, healthcare, manufacturing, retail, energy & utilities, IT & telecom, and others. Based on region, the market is segmented into Northern & Central Region, Eastern Region, Southern Region and Western Region.

Market Players

Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) Saudi Arabia, IBM Saudi Arabia, Accenture Saudi Arabia Limited, Cognizant Saudi Arabia, HCL Arabia LLC, Wipro Arabia Ltd., Cipher Solutions Company for Telecom And Information Technology, Vision & Innovation, Anchor Technologies Inc, and Deloitte Saudi Arabia are some of the major market players in the Saudi Arabia security system integrators market.

In this report, Saudi Arabia security system integrators market has been segmented into following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:

• Saudi Arabia Security System Integrators Market, By Security Type:
• Application Security
• Endpoint Security
• Network Security
• Data Security
• Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery
• Risk & Compliance Management
• Saudi Arabia Security System Integrators Market, By Organization Size:
• Small & Medium-Sized Enterprises
• Large Enterprises
• Saudi Arabia Security System Integrators Market, By Industry Vertical:
• Government
• Aerospace & Defense
• Healthcare
• Manufacturing
• Retail
• Energy & Utilities
• IT & Telecom
• Others
• Saudi Arabia Security System Integrators Market, By Region:
• Northern & Central Region
• Eastern Region
• Southern Region
• Western Region

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