The Testing, Inspection, and Certification Market is expected to reach $143.3 billion, at a CAGR of 5.4% during the forecast period 2020-2027. The rise in the illicit trade of forged and pirated goods, strict regulatory standards imposed by governments and local observatory bodies, and consistent incorporation of advanced technologies to develop various testing and inspection techniques are the key factors driving the growth of the testing, inspection, and certification market. Besides, the organizations’ growing inclination toward outsourcing TIC services, rising awareness among consumers regarding product quality and safety, and the surge in demand for TIC services globally also contribute to the growth of the testing, inspection, and certification market. However, reliability concerns regarding new service providers and an uncertain regulatory environment are expected to hinder the growth of the TIC market.
The Impact of COVID-19 on the Testing, Inspection, and Certification Market
The COVID-19 outbreak has significantly impacted the global economy. Various industry verticals have also been affected severely. Organizations are using remote technological channels and digital testing to ensure the continuity of their services and provide safety to industrial facilities and hospitals, and power grids that are conducting tests required for ensuring the quality of essential products and functioning of critical equipment. This trend has certainly encouraged automation and the adoption of advanced technologies for industry-specific applications, including collaborations and other productivity and business continuity tools. The outbreak has posed serious challenges to the global economy and affected multiple industries, including manufacturing, oil & gas, construction, automotive, and transportation. Most organizations operating in the TIC market are reinforcing their IT infrastructure and developing business continuity plans for all their operations. TIC providers are focused on novel services and delivery models to smartly access latent demand for increased automation, remotely-performed services, and enhanced digitization. Thus, the testing, inspection, and certification market holds considerable potential to bounce back from the decline witnessed during the COVID-19 crisis. These positive trends are consequently expected to boost the growth of the testing, inspection, and certification market in the coming years.
The lockdowns imposed to contain the pandemic have resulted in severe losses to businesses. Several leading TIC players are also eying this crisis as a new opportunity to restructure and revisit their existing strategies and enhance their product portfolios. For instance, in 2020, Bureau Veritas launched specialized digital tools for various sectors to support remote operations for ensuring business continuity. Similarly, in 2020, the British Standards Institution (BSI) Group launched PAS 1881 Assuring Safety of Automated Vehicle Trials and Testing. TO capitalize on this situation, companies are upgrading their capabilities, which is expected to help the TIC market mitigate the effects of COVID-19

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Strict Regulatory Standards Imposed by Governments to Drive the Growth of the Testing, Inspection, and Certification Market
Emerging globalization and liberalization had highlighted safety as the prime concern among consumers. Increased risk to life is a major concern, creating awareness among consumers to prioritize safety. To address such safety concerns, organizations are focused on implementing safety testing services as per the framed government guidelines. The priority of these standards is to ensure safety and reduce environmental impacts. For instance, in the automotive sector, governments have imposed stringent environmental regulations on OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers) to control CO2 emissions. Similarly, in the U.S., the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) recommended the standardization of collision avoidance systems. Thus, extensive government standards and regulations for ensuring the safety and security of passengers are expected to propel the demand for TIC services in the coming years. Positive government initiatives to uplift various sectors affected by COVID-19 are also expected to help support the strong recovery and growth of the TIC market. For instance, in 2020, the Japanese government proposed a package of approximately $240 billion to mitigate the economic impact of COVID-19 and help industries, including automotive.
Stringent government regulations on food and consumer product testing, mandatory inspection regulations, and the growing trade of consumer products drive the growth of the TIC market. Also, various governments’ growing sensitivity toward a cleaner environment, favorable initiatives, rules, and regulations in sectors, such as healthcare and automotive, and the rapid adoption of digital technologies to radically transform TIC services are further expected to contribute to the growth of the testing, inspection, and certification market in the coming years.
Key Findings in the Testing, Inspection, and Certification Market Study:
Testing Services to Dominate the Testing, Inspection, and Certification Market though 2027
By service, the testing segment is expected to account for the largest share of the testing, inspection, and certification market in 2020. The largest share of this segment is primarily driven by the rise of globalization, a surge in brand protection policies, the presence of different product standards across different regions, increasing product diversity, and supportive government initiatives to improve the quality of various goods. However, the certification segment is slated to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period due to factors such as the growing number of specific standards introduced by international standardization institutions and various governments and the increasing need to enhance product value and safety, protect the environment, fulfill social responsibilities and improve performance.
The Agriculture and Food Sectors to Dominate the Testing, Inspection, and Certification Market though 2027
By end user, the agriculture and food segment is estimated to account for the largest share of the testing, inspection, and certification market in 2020. The large share of this segment is primarily driven by the growing demand for organic and processed foods and the need to closely monitor food items, improve productivity, and ensure quality. On the other hand, the healthcare sector is slated to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period due to the growing number of specific standards introduced by international standardization institutions and various governments, growing favorability of the regulatory environment, acceptance of the ‘quality by design’ (QbD) approach in pharmaceutical research and manufacture, rising demand for specialized testing services, and a surge in the number of clinical trials in the healthcare sector.
North America: The Largest Market
North America is estimated to command the largest share of the testing, inspection, and certification market in 2020, followed by Asia-Pacific, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa. The large share of this regional market is primarily attributed to the presence of major TIC players and the emergence of several start-ups in the region, growing demand for organic and processed foods, the organizations’ increasing focus on meeting regulatory and compliance requirements, early adoption of the latest technologies, government investments in the advancement of technologies, presence of highly developed IT infrastructure, stringent government regulations related to testing, and growing trade of consumer products. However, Asia-Pacific is expected to witness rapid growth during the forecast period. Factors such as the increasing demand for consumer electronics, growing consumer awareness regarding quality, and a surge in the number of TIC start-ups backed by government funding are expected to boost the growth of the APAC market. Also, the growing significance of certification, testing, and inspection in enhancing brand recognition, the upsurge in food-safety audits, and increasing investments by private and public players are some of the other factors driving the growth of the TIC market in APAC.
Key Players
The report includes a competitive landscape based on an extensive assessment of the key strategic developments by the leading players in the testing, inspection, and certification market over the last few years. The key players profiled in the TIC market include SGS S.A. (Switzerland), Bureau Veritas S.A. (France), Intertek Group Plc. (U.K.), TÜV Süd AG (Germany), Dekra SE (Germany), Eurofins Scientific SE (Luxembourg), TÜV Rheinland AG Group (U.S.), Element Materials Technology Ltd. (U.K.), Lloyd’s Register Group Limited (U.K.), APPLUS+ (Spain), AsureQuality (New Zealand), DNV GL (Norway), ALS Ltd. (Australia), Mistras Group (U.S.), and UL LLC (U.S.).
Scope of the Report:
TIC Market by Service
- Testing
- Inspection
- Certification
TIC Market by End User
- Consumer Goods and Retail
- Agriculture and Food
- Oil & Gas
- Construction
- Chemicals
- Mining
- Machinery
- Transportation
- Automotive
- Power Generation
- Government
- Marine
- Healthcare
- Financial Institutions
- Others
TIC Market by Geography:
- North America
- Europe
- Germany
- U.K.
- France
- Italy
- Spain
- Rest of Europe
- Asia-Pacific
- Japan
- China
- India
- Rest of Asia-Pacific
- Latin America
- Middle East & Africa
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