PUBLISHER: Polaris Market Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1719906
PUBLISHER: Polaris Market Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1719906
The global picture archiving and communication systems market size is expected to reach USD 5.80 billion by 2034, according to a new study by Polaris Market Research. The report "Picture Archiving and Communication Systems (PACS) Market Size, Share, Trends, Industry Analysis Report: By Product (Mid End PACS, Enterprise PACS, and Mini PACS), Deployment, Application, End Users, and Region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa) - Market Forecast, 2025-2034" gives a detailed insight into current market dynamics and provides analysis on future market growth.
Picture archiving and communication system (PACS) is a medical imaging technology that allows for easy access and cost-effective storage of images from several modalities. PACS reduces the need for manual file, folder, and transport film jacket storage, as well as supplementary X-ray film protection measures. PACS systems are used in hospitals and other healthcare facilities to improve the efficiency and quality of patient care. These systems offer various benefits, including improved care quality, enhanced efficiency, and high diagnostic ability.
The increasing adoption of healthcare IT and diagnostic imaging primarily drives the global picture archiving and communication systems market. The usage of advanced diagnostic medical imaging in a big integrated healthcare system is rapidly growing across the globe. Increased demand from patients and clinicians for PACS due to their ease, widespread availability of PACS technology, and favorable reimbursement scenarios are all contributing to the surge in demand for PACS.
The picture archiving and communication system market is seeing a significant shift towards cloud-based solutions, integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) for image analysis, growing adoption of enterprise imaging systems encompassing multiple specialties, increased focus on streamlined workflows and structured reporting, and a rising demand for specialty-specific PACS tailored to different medical disciplines. All of this aimed at improving accessibility, diagnostic accuracy, and operational efficiency within healthcare settings. .
Key Highlights of Picture Archiving and Communication Systems Market
Based on application, the cardiology segment led the market with 23.6% revenue share in 2024. Cardiology PACS can integrate with various systems, enabling healthcare professionals to compile all images and cardiac patient data in one place.
By end users, the hospitals segment dominated the market in 2024, driven by the rising need for enhanced image management and increased demand for medical imaging services.
North America led the global market with a 41.2% revenue share in 2024. A number of factors, including the presence of major competitors in the region and huge increases in healthcare spending, are propelling market growth.
Asia Pacific is projected to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period, driven by rising healthcare costs, rapid urbanization, and increasing emphasis on innovations in the healthcare sector.
Carestream Health, Agfa-Gevaert Group, FUJIFILM Medical Systems, Merge Healthcare Solutions Inc., Mckesson Corp., INFINITT Healthcare Co. Ltd., GE Healthcare, Koninklijke Philips N.V., Sectra AB, and Siemens Healthineers are a few of the key market players.
Polaris Market Research has segmented the picture archiving and communication systems market report on the basis of product, deployment, application, end users, and region:
Picture Archiving and Communication Systems Market Segmentation