Electronic Article Surveillance Market Size & Share, Trends Forecast to 2033

Research Methodology – Electronic Article Surveillance Market

At Straits Research, we adopt a rigorous 360° research approach that integrates both primary and secondary research methodologies. This ensures accuracy, reliability, and actionable insights for stakeholders. Our methodology for the Electronic Article Surveillance Market comprises the following key stages:

Market Indicator & Macro-Factor Analysis

Our baseline thesis for the Electronic Article Surveillance Market is developed by integrating key market indicators and macroeconomic variables. These include:

Factors considered while calculating market size and share

The number of businesses or retailers employing EAS systems.
Market cap of major companies involved in the production and distribution of EAS systems.
Penetration level of EAS in different sectors like retail, library, supermarkets, etc.
Overall budget spent by companies on security, particularly Electronic Article Surveillance.
New entrants or start-ups in the EAS market space.
Geographical distribution and usage of EAS systems, including analysis by country or region.
Trade volumes of EAS equipment and components.

Key Market Indicators

Year on Year growth rate of EAS market.
Market share of leading players in the EAS industry.
The rate of adoption of EAS by different business sectors.
The level of public and private investment in the EAS market.
Technological advances and innovation in EAS systems.
Regulatory guidelines or mandates that may affect the EAS market.

Growth Trends

Increasing retail theft leading to a rise in the adoption of EAS systems.
Digital transformation and incorporation of IoT in EAS systems.
Adoption of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning for advanced EAS systems.
Growth of the retail sector driving the demand for EAS systems.
Rising interest in RFID-based EAS systems.
Increase in e-commerce leading to the need for greater warehouse and product surveillance.

Secondary Research

Our secondary research forms the foundation of market understanding and scope definition. We collect and analyze information from multiple reliable sources to map the overall ecosystem of the Electronic Article Surveillance Market. Key inputs include:

Company-Level Information

Annual reports, investor presentations, SEC filings
Company press releases and product launch announcements
Public executive interviews and earnings calls
Strategy briefings and M&A updates

Industry and Government Sources

Country-level industry associations and trade bodies
Government dossiers, policy frameworks, and official releases
Whitepapers, working papers, and public R&D initiatives
Relevant Associations for the Electronic Article Surveillance Market

Market Intelligence Sources

Broker reports and financial analyst coverage
Paid databases (Hoovers, Factiva, Refinitiv, Reuters, Statista, etc.)
Import/export trade data and tariff databases
Sector-specific journals, magazines, and news portals

Macro & Consumer Insights

Global macroeconomic indicators and their cascading effect on the industry
Demand–supply outlook and value chain analysis
Consumer behaviour, adoption rates, and commercialization trends

Primary Research

To validate and enrich our secondary findings, we conduct extensive primary research with industry stakeholders across the value chain. This ensures we capture both qualitative insights and quantitative validation. Our primary research includes:

Expert Insights & KOL Engagements

Key Opinion Leader (KOL) Engagements
Structured interviews with executives, product managers, and domain experts
Paid and barter-based interviews across manufacturers, distributors, and end-users

Focused Discussions & Panels

Discussions with stakeholders to validate demand-supply gaps
Group discussions on emerging technologies, regulatory shifts, and adoption barriers

Data Validation & Business POV

Cross-verification of market sizing and forecasts with industry insiders
Capturing business perspectives on growth opportunities and restraints

Data Triangulation & Forecasting

The final step of our research involves data triangulation ensuring accuracy through cross-verification of:

Demand-side analysis (consumption patterns, adoption trends, customer spending)
Supply-side analysis (production, capacity, distribution, and market availability)
Macroeconomic & microeconomic impact factors

Forecasting is carried out using proprietary models that combine: