Gunshot detection systems for homeland security were first used in the US. These systems are primarily used by law enforcement agencies. They are installed at a height of more than 30 feet above the ground at select locations of the coverage area. These include walls, poles, streetlights, and buildings, among others. Increase in the incidents of mass shootings in educational institutions is a prime concern. These systems installed at educational institutions places provide real-time updates on shooting events to security personnel, along with individuals inside these places on their electronic communication devices.

Within the report, the gunshot detection system market has been segmented and analysed by the researchers, in terms of installation type, namely, fixed installation, soldier mounted, and vehicle installation. The market is dominated by the fixed installation segment and this segment is also projected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period. Fixed gunshot detection systems use the acoustic sensor node detection technology to detect a gunshot event. Fixed installations are installed at a specific height from the ground. High-security areas, such as restricted military infrastructure are high potential fixed installation sites for gunshot detection systems. Military installations use fixed installations on walls, poles, or border crossings. Fixed electro-optic systems are used by military personnel for enemy sniper localisation.

Based on solution, the SaaS segment of the gunshot detection system market is estimated to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period. The increasing demand for subscription-based services by public safety authorities is driving the market for this segment.

In terms of geographical regions, North America is expected to drive the growth of the gunshot detection system market in the coming years, and is expected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period, 2019 to 2024. The gunshot detection system market in North America is expected to witness growth, owing to the high number of firearm-related deaths in the region, especially in the US where firearm-related death rate is 25 times higher than other countries. Analysts suggest that major US cities are planning to install indoor gunshot detection systems at universities, corporate office locations, and financial facilities, among others, over the next 5 years.

The major players in the gunshot detection system market include SST, Inc, Raytheon, Qinetiq North America, Shooter Detection Systems, Acoem Group, and Thales Group, among others. SST, Inc is one of the key market players engaged in securing contracts to increase the sale of gunshot detection systems says Marketsandmarkets.