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Physical Security Technologies – Top Trends in 2022

Report by Oliver Philippou, December 13, 2021

This report outlines seven key trends in physical security technologies for 2022, driven by transformative technologies such as AI, IoT, cloud computing, and edge processing. Omdia forecasts specific impacts, including market growth and integration changes.

1. New edge AI SoC Product Announcements in 2022

The development and adoption of edge AI system-on-chip (SoC) products are advancing, enabling smarter video surveillance cameras. AI edge chipset revenue is expected to grow from $0.4 billion in 2020 to $2.8 billion by 2025, as more accurate analytics move to edge devices. Companies like Xilinx, Ambarella, and Axis announced new chips and cameras supporting this trend, while the U.S. restrictions on Hisilicon created opportunities for alternative suppliers and accelerated innovation in China.

2. Distributed Storage Increasingly Gaining Popularity

Distributed storage systems are replacing traditional centralized storage due to the explosion of video data from high-resolution cameras and increased retention requirements, especially in smart cities. Key advantages include scalability, reliability, and cost-efficiency, with notable differences in deployment between China (often bundled with hardware for video surveillance) and the West (favoring IT-standard architectures and tiered storage). By 2025, distributed storage is expected to handle rising demands in areas like real-time analytics and AI integration.

3. Increasing Value Placed on Software

The software component of physical security is gaining more intrinsic value, with global surveillance software expected to reach $4.1 billion by 2025, growing at a faster rate than equipment. AI and cloud integration are central, including the rise of specialized analytics companies and low-code platforms for custom applications. China is actively adopting AI, with vendors innovating through software-first approaches, while external factors like M&A and capital influx are fueling global expansion.

4. Product Stratification of Access Control Equipment

The COVID-19 pandemic is rebalancing the access control market, reducing reliance on office-based projects and diversifying into sectors like healthcare, energy, and residential. Revenues from commercial offices are projected to drop to 25% by 2025, while new verticals offer growth opportunities. Equipment providers are offering specialized product lineups for different sectors, enabling features like biometric authentication and unified management, which positions companies strong for emerging needs.

5. The Blurring Lines Between Security and IT Integrator

Security integrators are increasingly involved in non-security applications, such as building management and business operations, due to maturing technologies and evolving user needs. This convergence creates opportunities for comprehensive solutions blurring traditional roles, with cloud-based services and collaborative partnerships expected to drive market expansion. Over the longer term, this may lead to new hybrid integrator types and competition in areas like analytics and operational efficiency.

6. Hyperscalers in the Control Room

Hyperscalers like Amazon, Google, and Microsoft are entering the security market by offering cloud-based services (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS), transforming the control room landscape. By 2025, hyp backup services will support scalable, on-demand computing, with global adoption expected to rise significantly. Partnerships or acquisitions could accelerate this shift, reducing on-premise reliance and integrating advanced capabilities like AI for decision-making in surveillance.

7. The Rise of the LTE/LMR Hybrid Devices for Mission Critical Communications

Hybrid LTE/LMR devices are emerging to address the limitations of traditional voice-centric systems, merging broadband and narrowband communications. These devices enable seamless connectivity for mission-critical applications, with growing market uptake driven by examples from vendors like L3Harris, Hytera, and Motorola. Omdia predicts widespread adoption by 2022, meeting demands for unified networks to handle video, data, and reliable voice in public safety scenarios.