Report Details
Introduction
- Market Overview: The global patch management market was valued at approximately USD 685 million in 2022 and is projected to grow steadily at a CAGR of 10.1% from 2023 to 2030, reflecting the critical need for robust software update mechanisms in today’s evolving cybersecurity landscape.
- Growth Drivers: This expansion is fueled by the increasing integration of third-party software, greater focus on secure coding practices, and rising cybersecurity awareness among both enterprises and individuals seeking to safeguard their digital assets.
- Industry Adoption: The growing implementation of DevSecOps frameworks across industries is accelerating the demand for automated and efficient patch management solutions, enabling organizations to reduce vulnerabilities and maintain compliance with security standards.
SWOT Analysis – Global Patch Management Market
- Strengths: Automated patching improves efficiency and reduces errors. Integration with hybrid and multi-cloud systems boosts versatility. Regulatory demands and real-time vulnerability detection drive adoption.
- Weaknesses: Managing diverse legacy systems causes update inconsistencies. High costs and limited user training slow adoption. Dependence on third-party updates may delay patching.
- Opportunities: DevSecOps integration and emerging markets offer growth potential. AI enables smarter, predictive patching. Increasing cyber threats heighten the need for timely patch management.
- Threats: Fast-evolving cyber threats may outpace patch cycles. Complex IT environments complicate management. Competition from free tools and regulatory uncertainties pose risks.
Global Patch Management Market: Insights & Segmentation
1. By Component
1.1 Software/Platform
1.2 Services
2. By Deployment Mode
2.1 On-Premises
2.2 Cloud-Based
3. By Organization Size
3.1 Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs)
3.2 Large Enterprises
4. By Industry Vertical
4.1 BFSI (Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance)
4.2 IT and Telecommunications
4.3 Government and Defense
4.4 Healthcare
4.5 Retail and E-Commerce
4.6 Manufacturing
4.7 Education
4.8 Others (Energy, Utilities, etc.)
5. By Region (Global)
5.1 North America
5.1.1 United States
5.1.2 Canada
5.1.3 Mexico
5.2 Europe
5.2.1 Germany
5.2.2 United Kingdom
5.2.3 France
5.2.4 Rest of Europe
5.3 Asia-Pacific
5.3.1 China
5.3.2 Japan
5.3.3 India
5.3.4 South Korea
5.3.5 Rest of Asia-Pacific
5.4 Latin America
5.4.1 Brazil
5.4.2 Argentina
5.4.3 Rest of Latin America
5.5 Middle East and Africa
5.5.1 GCC Countries
5.5.2 South Africa
5.5.3 Rest of Middle East and Africa
6. Key Players: Global Patch Management Market
6.1 Microsoft Corporation
6.2 IBM Corporation
6.3 Broadcom Inc. (Symantec)
6.4 Ivanti Inc.
6.5 SolarWinds Worldwide, LLC
6.6 Automox Inc.
6.7 ManageEngine (Zoho Corporation)
6.8 ConnectWise LLC
6.9 GFI Software
6.10 Avast Software s.r.o.
6.11 Micro Focus International plc
6.12 SysAid Technologies Ltd.
6.13 Qualys, Inc.
6.14 Hewlett Packard Enterprise
6.15 LANDesk Software (now part of Ivanti)
6.16 Others
Table of Contents (TOC)
1. Executive Summary
2. Research Methodology
3. Market Overview
3.1 Introduction to Patch Management
3.2 Market Dynamics
3.3 Market Drivers
3.4 Market Restraints
3.5 Market Opportunities
3.6 Market Trends
4. Impact Analysis
4.1 COVID-19 Impact
4.2 Technological Advancements
4.3 Regulatory Framework
5. Market Size and Forecast (2022–2030)
5.1 Global Market Size and Forecast
5.2 Regional Market Size and Forecast
6. Market Segmentation Analysis
6.1 By Component
6.1.1 Software/Platform
6.1.2 Services
6.2 By Deployment Mode
6.2.1 On-Premises
6.2.2 Cloud-Based
6.3 By Organization Size
6.3.1 Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs)
6.3.2 Large Enterprises
6.4 By Industry Vertical
6.4.1 BFSI
6.4.2 IT and Telecommunications
6.4.3 Government and Defense
6.4.4 Healthcare
6.4.5 Retail and E-Commerce
6.4.6 Manufacturing
6.4.7 Education
6.4.8 Others (Energy, Utilities, etc.)
7. Regional Analysis
7.1 North America
7.1.1 United States
7.1.2 Canada
7.1.3 Mexico
7.2 Europe
7.2.1 Germany
7.2.2 United Kingdom
7.2.3 France
7.2.4 Rest of Europe
7.3 Asia-Pacific
7.3.1 China
7.3.2 Japan
7.3.3 India
7.3.4 South Korea
7.3.5 Rest of Asia-Pacific
7.4 Latin America
7.4.1 Brazil
7.4.2 Argentina
7.4.3 Rest of Latin America
7.5 Middle East and Africa
7.5.1 GCC Countries
7.5.2 South Africa
7.5.3 Rest of Middle East and Africa
8. Competitive Landscape
8.1 Overview
8.2 Market Share Analysis
8.3 Recent Developments
9. Key Player Profiles
9.1 Microsoft Corporation
9.2 IBM Corporation
9.3 Broadcom Inc. (Symantec)
9.4 Ivanti Inc.
9.5 SolarWinds Worldwide, LLC
9.6 Automox Inc.
9.7 ManageEngine (Zoho Corporation)
9.8 ConnectWise LLC
9.9 GFI Software
9.10 Avast Software s.r.o.
9.11 Micro Focus International plc
9.12 SysAid Technologies Ltd.
9.13 Qualys, Inc.
9.14 Hewlett Packard Enterprise
9.15 LANDesk Software (now part of Ivanti)
10. Conclusion and Strategic Recommendations
Global Patch Management Market: Insights & Segmentation
1. By Component
1.1 Software/Platform
1.2 Services
2. By Deployment Mode
2.1 On-Premises
2.2 Cloud-Based
3. By Organization Size
3.1 Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs)
3.2 Large Enterprises
4. By Industry Vertical
4.1 BFSI (Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance)
4.2 IT and Telecommunications
4.3 Government and Defense
4.4 Healthcare
4.5 Retail and E-Commerce
4.6 Manufacturing
4.7 Education
4.8 Others (Energy, Utilities, etc.)
5. By Region (Global)
5.1 North America
5.1.1 United States
5.1.2 Canada
5.1.3 Mexico
5.2 Europe
5.2.1 Germany
5.2.2 United Kingdom
5.2.3 France
5.2.4 Rest of Europe
5.3 Asia-Pacific
5.3.1 China
5.3.2 Japan
5.3.3 India
5.3.4 South Korea
5.3.5 Rest of Asia-Pacific
5.4 Latin America
5.4.1 Brazil
5.4.2 Argentina
5.4.3 Rest of Latin America
5.5 Middle East and Africa
5.5.1 GCC Countries
5.5.2 South Africa
5.5.3 Rest of Middle East and Africa
6. Key Players: Global Patch Management Market
6.1 Microsoft Corporation
6.2 IBM Corporation
6.3 Broadcom Inc. (Symantec)
6.4 Ivanti Inc.
6.5 SolarWinds Worldwide, LLC
6.6 Automox Inc.
6.7 ManageEngine (Zoho Corporation)
6.8 ConnectWise LLC
6.9 GFI Software
6.10 Avast Software s.r.o.
6.11 Micro Focus International plc
6.12 SysAid Technologies Ltd.
6.13 Qualys, Inc.
6.14 Hewlett Packard Enterprise
6.15 LANDesk Software (now part of Ivanti)
6.16 Others
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