Research Overview

The building management system (BMS) market in the Gulf Cooperative Council (GCC) is witnessing the emergence of innovative technologies such as building information modeling (BIM) and 3D printing. These technologies are causing significant disruptions, influencing how buildings are managed and shifting roles away from traditional skills towards technological expertise and collaborative efforts.

Frost & Sullivan defines BMS as a computer-based system that monitors, controls, and optimizes a building’s mechanical and electrical systems. BMS is built on 3 architectures: management layer, automation layer, and field-level devices. Only the management layer and automation layer are included in this study. The end-user groups covered in this study are commercial and industrial buildings.

Some of the other key drivers for the progress of the BMS market in the GCC are the digitization of building operations and management and the increasing demand for energy-efficient and eco-friendly buildings. Many countries in the region are gradually promoting energy efficiency as a means to achieve energy security. Price sensitivity, lack of comprehension of BMS’ benefits and return on investment, and lack of skilled BMS experts are the major market restraints.