The global eclinical solutions market size was valued at USD 9.85 billion in 2023 and is projected to surpass around USD 37.16 billion by 2033, registering a CAGR of 14.2% over the forecast period of 2024 to 2033.
The market Increasing research and development activities by biopharma and pharma companies are among the key factors escalating market growth. Besides, the growing incorporation of software solutions in clinical trials is also projected to provide a fillip to the market. The COVID-19 pandemic boosted the adoption of the market, as companies in the market were investing in better healthcare IT solutions to help in tackling the pandemic.
In April 2020, eClinical Solutions LLC, developed the Elluminate COVID-19 analytics, which was based on feedback from the industry and its clients for helping the sponsors manage the impact of COVID-19 on their ongoing clinical trials. The burgeoning trend of outsourcing clinical trials to contract research organizations (CROs) along with a rising number of CROs and life sciences organizations is poised to help the market gain tremendous traction in the coming years. In addition, growing research programs in Asian countries and the development of cost-effective modules are anticipated to stir up the demand for eClinical solutions.
Presence of a stringent regulatory structure for clinical trials and a heightened need for safety monitoring is playing a vital role in the growth of the market for eClinical solutions in developed economies such as the U.S. For instance, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the National Institutes of Health are tightening clinical trial registration requirements and promoting clinical data sharing. Surging demand for software solutions for clinical trials by pharma and biopharma companies is one of the primary growth stimulants of the market for eClinical solutions. Apart from this, increasing government grants to substantiate trials and widening end-user base for eClinical solutions are likely to boost the market for eClinical solutions during the review period.
The U.S. eclinical solutions market size was valued at USD 3.43 billion in 2023 and is anticipated to reach around USD 13.26 billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 14.5% from 2024 to 2033.
North America dominated the market and accounted for the largest revenue share of 49.75% in 2023. An increasing target population, coupled with the rising prevalence of lifestyle-associated diseases such as diabetes and cardiac disorders, is poised to stimulate the growth of the market. In addition, the launch of new products by eClinical solution vendors and an increase in government grants are driving the market in the region. Moreover, the domicile of prominent players and the availability of sophisticated infrastructure are some additional factors that are anticipated to accentuate the growth of the regional market.
USA eClinical Solutions Market is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 12.4% from 2024 to 2033, driven by increasing digitalization and the adoption of patient health information through eConsent solutions.
In Asia Pacific, the market for eClinical solutions is likely to register a noteworthy CAGR of 15.9% over the forecast period. High unmet medical needs and rising prevalence of target chronic diseases such as cancer, cardiovascular conditions, and infectious diseases are stoking the demand for software solutions in the region. An increasing number of trials are outsourced to countries such as China, India, Korea, and Japan owing to a large patient population and low cost. This outsourcing has, thereby, boosting the adoption of eClinical solutions in these regions. As an emerging economy, the growth of the APAC market is largely driven by government funding related to research and drug discovery, which is estimated to enhance its growth over the forecast period.
The collective value of Japan, India, and South Korea eClinical Solutions Market is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 15.9% from 2024 to 2033.
Europe eClinical Solutions Market is anticipated to grow at a 15.6% CAGR from 2024 to 2033, driven by accelerated adoption of eClinical solutions that enhances the efficiency of clinical trials through streamlined data collection, analysis, and reporting.
| Report Attribute | Details |
| Market Size in 2024 | USD 11.25 Billion |
| Market Size by 2033 | USD 37.16 Billion |
| Growth Rate From 2024 to 2033 | CAGR of 14.2% |
| Base Year | 2023 |
| Forecast Period | 2024 to 2033 |
| Segments Covered | Product, delivery mode, development phase, end-use, region |
| Market Analysis (Terms Used) | Value (US$ Million/Billion) or (Volume/Units) |
| Report Coverage | Revenue forecast, company ranking, competitive landscape, growth factors, and trends |
| Key Companies Profiled | Fountayn, formerly known as Datatrak International, Inc.; Oracle; Calyx, formerly part of Parexel International Corporation; Medidata (Dassault Systemes); CRF Health (Signant Health); Clario (ERT and Bioclinica); eClinicalWorks; Merative (IBM Watson Health); Anju Software; eClinical Solutions; MaxisIT; IQVIA; Castor; Veeva Systems |
The increasing outsourcing and externalization of clinical trials by majority of prominent pharmaceutical and biotechnological companies is expected to drive the market at an unprecedented rate throughout the forecast period. Drug development is of utmost importance as it enhances the capabilities in clinical data management, electronic data capture, data conversion, and standardization as well as statistical programming and data reporting. The rising inclination of major pharmaceutical companies toward these services is also presumed to be a direct consequence of reduced requirement of internal staff, enhanced cost-efficiency, efficient management of resources, and production of lucrative & unbiased results in clinical trials, which further widens the scope of growth.
Companies that acquire or form strategic partnerships with eConsent solution providers and other eClinical companies are expected to gain a competitive advantage across various sectors. These strategic initiatives are projected to bolster market growth over the forecast period. In June 2022, uMotif and ClinOne announced a partnership to address the challenges faced by patients & clinical research coordinators who struggle to navigate multiple systems, apps, & sensors for each protocol. To overcome these challenges, the two companies aim to provide the life sciences industry with a single, integrated solution that delivers best-in-class Electronic Clinical Outcome Assessments (eCOA) and Electronic Informed Consent (eConsent) technology.
However, lack of awareness about the software & services, clinical data management systems, and other applications used in research is one of the major restraining factors for the eClinical solutions sector. Low adoption rate in majority of developing economies because of low awareness levels pertaining to the benefits of these solutions is restricting the growth to a considerable extent.
The CTMS segment dominated the market and accounted for the largest revenue share of 20.62% in 2023. ECOA is estimated to be the fastest-growing segment during the forecast period owing to the rising significance of high-quality clinical data. ECOA facilitates preservation of overall quality and is being increasingly incorporated in the measurement of patient-reported, clinician-reported, and observer-reported outcomes. The data capturing process using eCOA platforms improves the quality of information captured, streamlines data collection procedures, and offers effective data analysis.
Soaring need for patient compliance is further pushing the usage of eCOA solutions, which can effectively meet challenges posed by paper-based records. Elimination of data variance risk streamlined information and lowering of site monitoring cost are key advantages associated with eCOA. These aforementioned benefits are expected to fuel its demand in the coming years. Moreover, the need for integration of patient care with clinical research studies, which leads to a more patient-centric approach, is projected to supplement the growth of the segment.
Web and cloud-based segment dominated the market and accounted for the largest revenue share of 91.33% in 2023. The dominance of the segment can be attributed to associated benefits such as easy accessibility, usability, and lower investments required. Web and cloud-based products are easily customizable, owing to which, providers can customize the presentation of information for different user groups. Additionally, these products have a greater level of interoperability. The segment is poised to maintain its position throughout the forecast period.
On-premise delivery mode involves installing services and solutions on computers present within the organization. Though the software needs to be installed within the organization’s premises, it can be accessed from remote locations, providing the benefit of reduced costs due to power consumption and system maintenance. The on-premise eClinical solution is the most commonly preferred solution due to its benefits, such as security and ease of access. Preference for these services is mainly due to complete access to information and full control within the premise.
Phase III segment dominated the market and accounted for the largest revenue share of 53.61% in 2023. Spiraling need for incorporation of clinical data management software to curb overall cost and improve process efficiency is contributing to the growth of the segment. An increasing number of drugs successfully reaching phase III is providing a significant push to the growth of the segment. Phase III involves the study of the efficacy of a drug by using a group of more than 1,000 patients. The complexity of the study increases with an increase in the number of patients, which triggers the demand for computer-based systems for data management, thereby revving up the adoption of eClinical solutions.
Phase I segment is estimated to be the most promising segment during the forecast period owing to the high significance of these systems to predict future outcomes and eliminate drug candidates possessing the least probability of success. Developments in biological modeling systems and personalized medicine technologies are leading to a boom in the development of newer drugs. A large number of phase I trials and complex management and analysis of data acquired during various studies is expected to propel the growth of the segment.
Contract Research Organizations (CROs) segment dominated the market and held the largest revenue share of 37.88% in 2023. The segment is projected to rise at a remarkable CAGR during the forecast period owing to the growing inclination of pharmaceutical companies to reduce overall expenditure. The rising usage of eClinical solutions in research is further widening the scope of segment growth. Benefits involved in outsourcing clinical trials to CROs are responsible for the heightened growth of this segment. These benefits include cost advantages, increased efficiency of services, enhanced productivity, and a higher focus on core areas of development critical to a company’s growth.
The pharma and biotech organizations segment is expected to witness significant growth over the forecast period. This is attributed to increasing adoption of eClinical solutions by researchers that provide improved clinical trials and streamlined research workload. Such software solutions allow biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies to identify procedural bottlenecks related to clinical trials. This, in turn, is driving the demand for eClinical solutions among researchers in pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies for clinical research programs.
eClinical Solutions Market Survey Insights
The increased use of eConsent is driving its integration with other eClinical solutions, supporting market growth. As noted in the bar chart below, according to the State of eConsent 2020 report by Signant Health, 28% of survey respondents integrated eConsent with EDC products and CTMS, while 26%, 19%, & 17% integrated eConsent with eCOA, electronic trial master file, and randomization & trial supply management solutions, respectively. However, 28% of respondents had not integrated eConsent with other eClinical systems, likely due to the early adoption phase of eConsent. Simplifying processes and minimizing reconciliation through eClinical integration remains a focus in the industry.
This report forecasts revenue growth at country levels and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends in each of the sub-segments from 2021 to 2033. For this study, Nova one advisor, Inc. has segmented the eClinical Solutions market.
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