Micro Markets

  Learning and Development Procurement Intelligence The learning and development (L&D) category is expected to grow at a CAGR of 3% from 2023 to 2030. The field of the L&D industry is undergoing continuous and swift transformative shifts and advancements. It is fundamentally altering how organizations tackle employee development and skills improvement. L&D service providers must proactively adapt to changes, incorporating elements such as on-the-spot learning, virtual and augmented reality fusion, data-informed insights, and microlearning. Staying ahead of these developments is crucial for designing effective and forward-looking L&D programs. The landscape of L&D services has experienced a transformation through the integration of eLearning, enhancing employees' learning capabilities and fostering retention. Moreover, it has streamlined the tasks of service providers by facilitating data management, information administration, and performance tracking for t...

  Facilities Management Services Procurement Intelligence The global facilities management (FM) services category is expected to grow at a CAGR of 12% from 2023 to 2030. Hard facilities management customers are switching from labor-intensive to technologically sophisticated options, especially for security and fire. Managing growing energy expenses and achieving non-negotiable ESG targets and the decarbonization strategy are the major factors that make energy management solutions an increasingly sought-after investment topic in 2023. According to Grant Thornton’s 2022 report, in the hard FM service sector, given the evolving nature of the workplace, the demand for office reconfigurations has increased steadily. In 2022, there were 14 deals for fabric maintenance, fit-out, and refurbishments compared to four deals witnessed in 2021. Similarly, HVAC facilities management deals in 2022 reached 12 compared to six in 2021. On the other hand, based on FM M&A deals by type of acquirer...

  Packaging Design Services  Procurement Intelligence The packaging design services category is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 4% from 2023 to 2030. The packaging industry is witnessing a shift toward sustainable packaging to optimize the amount of material used. Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has come into the spotlight to improve brand perception in recent years. Companies are now adopting "rightsizing" as part of their CSR initiatives. This is the practice to reduce overall packaging size, fill material, and paper waste through conscious packaging design choices. In addition, the growing demand for personalization and the rise of e-commerce are driving the growth of the category. With increased digitization and the rapid rise in adoption of the work-from-home model, large companies are now engaging with multiple stakeholders to create efficient packaging designs. Order your copy of the Packaging Design Services category procurement intelligence report 2023-2030 , ...

  Paraffin  Procurement Intelligence The global paraffin category is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 4.10% from 2023 to 2030. Key factors that drive the growth of the category include growing application as a scaling agent within infrastructure and construction sectors in developing nations, increased utilization in personal care & cosmetic products, and growing application in candle production and packaging. Use of the product offered in the category also finds application in the automotive sector due to characteristics such as nature to improve lubrication and viscosity, inert in both air and moisture¸ and water insolubility. In addition, paraffin wax is utilized in the manufacturing of tyresto improve the flexibility and durability of the rubber compounds.It increases traction, reduces wear, and guards against cracking to extend the life of tyres. However, changing preferences in favor of sustainable and renewable alternatives may hinder the growth of the category over...

  Order Fulfillment  Procurement Intelligence The order fulfillment category is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 10% from 2023 to 2030. The rising online retail sales each year have resulted in rapid growth in the e-commerce industry and an increasing number of businesses preferring to sell their products digitally. This, in turn, has influenced the logistics landscape globally, along with fulfillment providers focusing on providing the best services throughout the process right from picking an order to delivering it to the end consumer. Trends such as fulfillment center automation, personalization, sustainability, and omnichannel fulfillment are driving the growth of the category. Order your copy of the Order Fulfillment category procurement intelligence report 2023-2030 , published by Grand View Research, to get more details regarding day one, quick wins, portfolio analysis, key negotiation strategies of key suppliers, and low-cost/best-cost sourcing analysis Order Fulfillme...

  Laboratory Information Management System  Procurement Intelligence The laboratory information management system category is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 6.7% from 2023 to 2030. Increasing automation such as cloud-based system, predictive analytics, and artificial intelligence has resulted in streamlined operations, increased productivity, and reduced cost, which helps laboratory information management systems (LIMS) in managing samples and associated data in the laboratories in an effective and efficient way. Additionally, rising demand for drug discoveries and R&D activities has led to the adoption and implementation of LIMS across the globe. Order your copy of the Laboratory Information Management System category procurement intelligence report 2023-2030 , published by Grand View Research, to get more details regarding day one, quick wins, portfolio analysis, key negotiation strategies of key suppliers, and low-cost/best-cost sourcing analysis Laboratory Informatio...

  Industrial Robotics  Procurement Intelligence The global industrial robotics category is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 10.5% from 2023 to 2030. Growth of the category can be attributed to increased focus on ensuring workplace safety, rising attention for increasing the productivity of assembly lines supporting high volumes, increasing need for collaborative robots across multiple industries, higher adoption of Industry 4.0, and stringent federal guidelines for handling dangerous goods and materials. However, challenges pertaining to integration and complexities associated with the product offered in the category may hinder the global demand. Interoperability is essential in any manufacturing facility and small & medium enterprises (SMEs) are particularly challenged by interoperability concernsbecause of their exceptional needs and staffing shortages when it comes to setting up sophisticated automation systems. Order your copy of the Industrial Robotics category procur...

  Medical Coveralls  Procurement Intelligence The global medical coveralls category is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 7.4% from 2023 to 2030. The most important PPE in the world was the hooded disposable coveralls in 2020 - 2021. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been an increase in demand for disposable protective coveralls/apparel because of heightened awareness of self-protection. On a parent level, the PPE category is experiencing tremendous growth due to its industry-agnostic nature and varied applications. The growth of the category is being driven by emerging diseases, such as the September 2022 Ebola outbreak in Uganda and the SARS, new Omicron, and flu variants worldwide. This has increased the need for protection for frontline healthcare workers. All such factors are boosting the demand for medical coveralls globally. Order your copy of the Medical Coveralls category procurement intelligence report 2023-2030 , published by Grand View Research, to get more det...

  Health and Wellness Management Services Procurement Intelligence The health and wellness management services category is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.47% from 2023 to 2030. A McKinsey survey report conducted in 2021 found that 79% of consumers considered well-being to be of prime importance. Over the last two to three years, almost 48.2% of Americans have increased prioritizing health and wellness. In the U.K., the study found, following the pandemic, since 2021, many customers did not resume their pre-lockdown exercise routines; however, their fitness objectives remained the same. Hence, the industry has witnessed a significant increase in creative applications such as Mirror, Peloton, and Tonal. Some of the major trends in this category include the growing use of fitness and healthcare applications and devices, telehealth solutions for work-related illnesses, and employee engagement software. Companies increasingly want workers to live healthy lives, manage risks, and save m...