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Based on component, the market is divided into hardware and software. The hardware segment dominated the global market with a share of over 50% in 2023. The increasing adoption of mobile and wearable devices continues to boost the need for sophisticated hardware capable of supporting context-rich applications. These devices are equipped with various sensors and hardware components that gather data on location, motion, and other environmental factors, which are essential for delivering personalized user experiences.
Moreover, the expansion of the IoT ecosystem including smart home devices, industrial automation tools, and connected vehicles relies heavily on hardware that can collect and transmit data securely and reliably. As IoT devices become more prevalent, the demand for compatible hardware that supports context-aware functionality will increase.
Based on end-use industry, the context rich system market is divided into e-commerce & retail, healthcare, Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI), transportation, tourism & hospitality, and gaming. The e-commerce & retail segment is expected to register a CAGR of over 20% during the forecast period and reach a revenue of over USD 5 billion by 2032. Context-rich systems allow e-commerce and retail platforms to offer highly personalized shopping experiences. By analyzing contextual data, these systems can suggest products, adjust pricing dynamically, and tailor promotions to individual consumer preferences and behaviors, significantly enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty.
These systems enable retailers to engage with customers more effectively by providing relevant information and offers at the right time. For example, sending a discount offer when a customer is near a store or has been browsing a particular product for some time can increase the likelihood of conversion. Context-rich systems can improve the overall user experience on e-commerce platforms by automatically adjusting content, layout, and interactions based on the user’s device, location, or previous interactions. This responsiveness to the user's context improves usability and encourages longer & more frequent visits.
The North America context rich system market is expected to grow at a CAGR of over 18.5% through 2032. North America is known for its rapid adoption of new technologies. The region has a well-established infrastructure for digital technologies, which facilitates the integration and utilization of context-rich systems across various sectors including retail, healthcare, finance, and entertainment. The popularity of smart home devices and the integration of IoT in everyday objects are on the rise in North America.
According to the GSMA Report 2023, the number of IoT connections in North America is expected to increase to over 539 million in 2030 as compared to over 216 million in 2022. Context-rich systems enhance the utility of these devices by enabling them to adjust functions based on real-time environmental and user data, thereby improving efficiency and user experience.