Industrial Automation Market Size
The global industrial automation market was valued at USD 226.72 billion in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 250.31 billion in 2026, according to Data M Intelligence. The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 9.6% during the forecast period from 2026 to 2033.
- Industrial automation is defined as the use of automatic control devices and technology that results in the electronic control and operation of industrial processes without human interference and achieving superior performance than manual control used in various industries by using robotics and computer software.
- Industrial Automation is the replacement of humans with computers and machines. These automation devices include PCs, PLCs, PACs, and technologies include various industrial communication systems.
Industrial Automation Market Scope
| Metrics | Details |
| Market CAGR | 9.6% |
| Segments Covered | By Type, By Technique, By Application, and By Region |
| Report Insights Covered | Competitive Landscape Analysis, Company Profile Analysis, Market Size, Share, Growth, Demand, Recent Developments, Mergers and acquisitions, New Product Launches, Growth Strategies, Revenue Analysis, and Other key insights. |
| Fastest Growing Region | Asia Pacific |
| Largest Market Share | North America |
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Industrial Automation Market Dynamics
- The principal characteristics of Industrial Automation such as increased productivity, less wastage, increased level of safety, optimum cost of operation, reduction of human errors, enhanced product quality, and reduction of routine checks are boosting the market.
- Moreover, sustainability, energy efficiency and smart technologies like IOT, machine learning are expected to drive the market growth.
- Industries implement automation to increase productivity and their benefits and other associated expenses while improving precision and flexibility. Growing industrial base and the rising number of companies are the primary reason for the growth of the market.
- The below statistic illustrates the information about the global factory automation market from 2017 to 2021. The global market for comprehensive factory automation is expected to propel by 3.5 % between 2019 and 2020.
- A few drawbacks of industrial automation are its installation and maintenance is very expensive, and opposition to industrialization by union people due to loss of employment is hindering the growth of the market.
Industrial Automation Market Segmentation Analysis
- Based on technology, the global industrial automation market has been segmented into supervisory control and data acquisition, human-machine interface, distributed control system, and others. Distributed control system occupied the dominant market share.
- The distributed control system handles the entire control system of a single automation system and the benefit of reducing the downtime and improving production by using optimal resources.
- Additionally, the distributed control system is used in the application of oil & gas industry benefits in increasing the exploration activities in oil fields. In addition to this, it also benefits the manufacturing plants by simplifying complex operations, ensuring decision integrity, and improving productivity.
- By mode of application, the global industrial automation market has been segmented into food & beverages, pharmaceuticals, automotive & transportation, machine manufacturing, aerospace, and others. Automotive & transportation hold a significant market share.
- This trend is estimated to continue during the forecast period. An increase in the use of automated systems by the industry players is majorly driving the market in the automotive and transportation sector.
Industrial Automation Market Geographical Share
- This report segments the market by geographic region which includes North America, South America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and ROW.
- Among all these, the Asia Pacific occupied the dominant segment in the industrial automation market and is expected to grow at a CAGR of XX% in the forecast period owing to advancement in technologies along with integration with the current manufacturing environment. Additionally, the presence of manufacturing companies and developing economies of the Asian countries are contributing to the growth of the market.
- However, North America is expected to grow at a higher pace in the forecast period due to technological advancements in this region. For instance, according to a recent study by statista North American market for global factory automation reached USD 19.7 billion in 2018.
Industrial Automation Market Companies
- Prominent players in global Industrial Automation market are ABB Ltd, Bosch, Honeywell Solutions, FANUC Corporation, Emerson Electric, Voith GmbH, Schneider Electric, Mitsubishi Electric, Rockwell Automation Inc., Toshiba Machine Corporation Ltd, Yaskawa Electric, Yokogawa Electric Corporation, General Electric, and others.
- Most of these companies are making a massive investment in designing various cover glasses using different techniques. Product launches, partnerships, and expansions are expected some of the strategies adopted by players to increase the market share.
- For instance, in July 2018, GE joined with Microsoft Corporation to bring together information technology and operation technology to eliminate hurdles industrial companies face in advancing digital transformation projects.
Recent Industry Developments in Industrial Automation Market (2026–2025)
- In March 2026, Siemens AG expanded its industrial AI capabilities within the Siemens Xcelerator platform, integrating advanced machine learning and digital twin technologies to enhance predictive maintenance, real-time process optimization, and smart manufacturing efficiency across global industries.
- In February 2026, ABB Ltd. strengthened its robotics and automation portfolio by launching next-generation autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) equipped with AI-based navigation and control systems, supporting flexible and scalable factory automation.
- In January 2026, Rockwell Automation, Inc. introduced advanced cloud-based industrial automation solutions, integrating IoT, edge computing, and cybersecurity features to enable connected enterprises and data-driven decision-making in manufacturing environments.
- In 2026, Schneider Electric accelerated deployment of its EcoStruxure automation platform, focusing on sustainability-driven automation, energy efficiency, and digital transformation of industrial operations through integrated software and control systems.
- In November 2025, Honeywell International Inc. launched advanced industrial automation solutions combining AI, digital twins, and process automation technologies to optimize plant operations, reduce downtime, and improve asset performance across industries.
- In October 2025, Emerson Electric Co. enhanced its automation software portfolio with new AI-enabled control systems and data analytics tools designed to improve operational efficiency and enable autonomous plant operations in process industries.
- In September 2025, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation expanded its factory automation systems by introducing high-speed PLCs and advanced servo systems, supporting precision manufacturing and smart factory integration.
- In 2025, Fanuc Corporation continued to advance industrial robotics deployment globally, focusing on AI-powered robotic systems and collaborative robots (cobots) to enhance productivity and flexibility in manufacturing operations.
