ARC Advisory Group has developed a structured framework for evaluating suppliers across global operational and engineering technologies for industrial markets. It provides an objective, visual representation of how suppliers perform today and how well they are positioned for the future, we call it ARC MarketMap. Each MarketMap integrates ARC’s deep domain expertise, rigorous research methods, capability analysis, and industry insights to support technology buyers, operational leaders, and strategic decision‑makers.
ARC Supplier MarketMap Delivers a Clear, Concise View of Supplier Positioning for a Product or Solution
ARC MarketMap gives organizations a concise yet research‑driven way to compare supplier strengths, strategic direction, and readiness for emerging industry demands. ARC’s evaluation focuses on two equally weighted dimensions:
Solutions Capabilities (Vertical Axis)
Measures the supplier’s ability to deliver value today by evaluating the following capabilities of their specific solutions:
- AI‑native technical capabilities
- Functional and domain capabilities
- Execution and support quality
- Architecture maturity (scalability, interoperability, cloud‑readiness)
- Industry-specific functions and features
- Compliance, safety, and regulatory alignment
Strategic Vision (Horizontal Axis)
Captures the supplier’s preparedness for future market shifts, including:
- Long‑term product and service strategy
- Innovation roadmap and investment priorities
- Corporate strategy and ecosystem alignment
- Customer base strength and stability
- Scalability and expansion plans
These dimensions reflect ARC’s view that technology markets are shifting rapidly toward digital, AI‑enabled, and platform‑driven models.
