1.GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW
Speech Recognition Systems: A Prelude
Current Scenario: A Review
Ubiquitous Applications Characterize the Market for SR Systems
Growing Popularity of SR Triggers Innovations in Voice-Interface Devices
Pitfalls of Embedded Speech Unleash a Search for Effective Alternatives
Network-Based SR & Distributed SR Technologies Rise in Popularity
Open Standards: A Key Architectural Requisite
Use of Speech Technology in Next Generation Networks
Speech-based Searching Gaining Pace
Demand for Speech Analytics On the Rise
The Internet Holds Out Lucrative Potential for Speech Recognition Technologies
Audio Mining for Searching Online Audio and Video Content
Speech Recognition Technologies Get a Fillip from Video Integration
SR Technology Vendors Focus on Voice Internet & Speech Embedded Systems
Fast Paced Adoption of SR Systems at Contact Centers Drives Growth
Table 1: Cost Comparison of Customer Calls Handled by A Single Call Service Agent and a Speech Enabled IVR System: Breakdown of Number of Calls, Call Cost per Year & Average Call Cost
Table 2: Payback Period Analysis for a 72-Port Speech-Enabled IVR System
Biometrics Offers Lucrative Opportunities for Voice Recognition Systems
Increasing Security Threats Drive Voice Verification Biometrics Market
Speech Security: A Business Case for Growth
Table 3: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Voice Recognition Technology in Biometrics by Geographic Region/Country – US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Middle East, and Latin America Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2008, 2010, 2012 & 2015
Emergence of Standards Contributes to the Automated Speech Recognition Market
Applications of Automated Speech Recognition
Table 4: World Long Term Analysis for Automatic Speech Recognition by Geographic Region – USA, Canada, Japan, Europe, and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2010, 2012, and 2014
Rapid Growth in VoIP Driving Speech Recognition Technology
Demand for Speech Enabled IVRs on the Rise
Table 5: World Market for Interactive Voice Response (IVR) Systems by Geographic Region – Percentage Breakdown of Revenues for US, Canada, Europe and Rest of World for the Year 2008
Table 6: North American Market for Interactive Voice Recognition (IVR) Systems (2007): Percentage Share Breakdown of Revenues by Technology
VoiceXML Set to Become the Dominant IVR Technology
IVR Vendors Shift Focus to Small & Medium Sized Companies
Mobile Phones: The Next Frontier for Speech Recognition Systems
Growing Adoption of SR Technology in "In-Vehicle Systems"
Demographic Trends & Findings
Telematics & Car Infotainment: A Boon for the SR Technology Market
Technology Challenges to Reckon With…
Promising Applications in the Healthcare Industry: A Sneak Peek
Redefining the Standards of Healthcare Efficiency
A Peek into Technology Adoption
Radiology Department & Point-of-Care: Potentially Strong Application Areas
How Real Is the Threat of Substitution of Medical Transcription Services?
Speech-Enabled Self-Service Solutions Have Healthcare Providers Up by the Ears
Growth Drivers In a Capsule: A Recapitulation
Market for Voice/Speech Recognition Systems Remains Buoyant Despite Recession
2.TECHNOLOGY/PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Speech Recognition: A Definition
Voice Recognition Systems
Application Areas
Strengths and Weaknesses
Speech-Enabled IVR Solutions
Benefits of Speech-Enabled IVR Solutions
Voice/Speech Recognition Systems: An Evolution Scan
Noteworthy Milestones in VRS Development
A Primer
1700s & 1800s
1960s & 1970s
1980s
1990s
2000s
Types of Speech Recognition (SR) Systems
Speaker Dependent System
Speaker Independent System
Discrete Speech System
Continuous Speech System
What is Speech Recognition Software?
Speech Recognition Framework
Telephony Platform
Enterprise-Based Speech Recognition Applications
Network-Based Speech Recognition Applications
Voice Portals
Speech Recognition Technology: A Classification
Major Brands in the Market
Key End-Use Application Sectors
HealthCare
Military/Aerospace
High-Performance Fighter Aircraft
Helicopters
Battle Management Command Centers
Training of Air Traffic Controllers
Communications & Telephony
Automotive Industry
Commercial Establishments
Consumer Electronics & Appliances
Other Applications of Speech Recognition Programs
What is VoiceXML Technology?
VoiceXML Design
VoiceXML Improves Customer Service
VoiceXML Offers Benefits at Low Costs
VoiceXML - Enhancing Speech Recognition Technology
3.STRATEGIC CORPORATE DEVELOPMENTS
4.PRODUCT LAUNCHES/INNOVATIONS
REGIONAL MARKET OVERVIEW
1.NORTH AMERICA
IVR Market in North America: An Overview
Where Do the Opportunities Lie?
Factors Influencing the IVR Market
Packaged Applications Drive Growth
Table 7: US Market for Speech Applications (2005): Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Custom Applications and Packaged Applications
Speech Recognition Market in the United States: A Review
Table 8: US Speech Technology Market (2007): Percentage Breakdown by Application – Call Centers, Directory, Communications, Business Process, Transactions, and Others
Table 9: US Market for Speech Technology (2007): Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales by Product Segment - Automatic Speech Recognition, Text-to-Speech, and Speaker Verification
Growing Adoption of Speech Recognition Systems Among American Doctors
Speech Recognition Market in Canada: A Review
Canadian Government Steps in to Push Up the Technology’s Adoption
Key Statistical Findings
Table 10: North America Current & Future Analysis for Interactive Voice Response (IVR) Systems by Product Segment – Less than 24 Ports, 25 to 46 Ports, 47 to 64 Ports and 65 and Above Ports Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenues in US$ Million for the Years 2008, 2010, and 2012
Table 11: North American Market for Interactive Voice Response (IVR) Systems by End-Use Sector – Percentage Breakdown of Revenues for Banking/Finance, Telecom, Insurance, Travel/Hospitality, Healthcare and Other Markets for the year 2008
Table 12: North American Market for Interactive Voice Response (IVR) Systems (2006): Percentage Share Breakdown of Revenues of Major Players –Avaya, Nortel, Intervoice, Genesys, IBM, Cisco, Envox, Aspect Software, and Others
2.EUROPE
Voice Recognition in the European Healthcare Industry: A Review
Major Growth Drivers and Challenges
3.ASIA PACIFIC
Interactive Voice Response (IVR) Systems in Call Centers: A Review
Organic Growth of Telecom and Banking Industries Fuel IVR Adoption
SR Technologies Expand to Encompass Numerous Asian Languages
Focus on Select Regional Markets
Australia
Korea
Global Directory