BPO market revenue to surge to $512.4Bn by 2030 — Acumen Research

PUNE, INDIA — The global Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) market is on a trajectory of significant growth, with projections indicating a surge in revenue to $512.4 billion by 2030, expanding at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 8.9% from 2022 to 2030.
According to a report by Acumen Research, this growth is attributed to the increasing demand for cost reduction, enhanced customer satisfaction, and a focus on core competencies across various sectors, including IT and telecom, which held more than 36% of the total market share.
The BPO market’s expansion is further fueled by technological advancements, such as the adoption of cloud computing, which is transforming BPO service delivery.
The BFSI sector, leveraging BPO for enhanced customer service in areas like asset management and investment management, is also contributing significantly to the market’s growth.
Region-wise, North America has been leading the BPO market, accounting for over 35.9% share in 2021, while the Asia-Pacific region is expected to witness the fastest growth rate during the forecast period.
The customer services segment, in particular, dominated the market in 2021, representing over 30% of the total market share. This segment is projected to continue its dominance, driven by the growing number of service centers worldwide that require both online and offline customer interaction.
Key players in the global BPO market, such as Infosys Limited, CBRE Group Inc., NCR Corporation, HCL, Sodexo, Capgemini, TTEC Holdings, Inc., Wipro, and Amdocs, are continuously innovating and forming strategic partnerships to consolidate their market presence. These companies are expected to drive the market’s growth through technological advancements and the increasing demand from diverse industry sectors.
Despite the promising growth, the BPO industry faces challenges, including concerns about data confidentiality, intellectual property risks, and the threat of cybercrimes.
High employee turnover within the outsourcing industry, averaging between 30% to 45%, poses additional hurdles, potentially impacting customer satisfaction.
Acumen Research said that addressing data security challenges, employee turnover, and adapting to global dynamics will be crucial for sustaining the BPO market’s growth in the next few years.