Factory Automation Market Trends and Analysis by 2031

Historic Data: 2021-2022   |   Base Year: 2023   |   Forecast Period: 2024-2031

Factory Automation Market Size and Forecast (2021 - 2031), Global and Regional Share, Trend, and Growth Opportunity Analysis Report Coverage: By Component (Hardware and Software), Type (Programmable Automation, Fixed Automation, and Flexible Automation), Technology [Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Distributed Control System (DCS), Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition System (SCADA), Human Machine Interface (HMI), and Others], and Industry Vertical (Automotive, Food and Beverages, Oil and Gas, Manufacturing, Mining, and Others), and Geography (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and South and Central America)

  • Report Date : Oct 2025
  • Report Code : TIPRE00009863
  • Category : Electronics and Semiconductor
  • Status : Data Released
  • Available Report Formats : pdf-format excel-format
  • No. of Pages : 150
Page Updated: Feb 2025

AI overview of Factory Automation Market


The Factory Automation Market is poised for significant growth, projected to reach a remarkable US$ 340.78 billion by 2031, up from US$ 181.45 billion in 2023, reflecting a robust CAGR of 8.2% from 2023 to 2031. This growth is driven by the increasing adoption of Industry 4.0 principles and supportive government initiatives aimed at enhancing industrial automation. Key segments include hardware and software components, with applications across various industries such as automotive and food and beverages. Notably, the integration of machine vision systems with deep learning is emerging as a pivotal trend, offering new opportunities for innovation and efficiency in the Factory Automation Market. As market players focus on strategic initiatives, the Factory Automation Market Share is expected to expand significantly in the coming years.


The Factory Automation market is projected to grow from US$ 181.45 billion in 2023 to US$ 340.78 billion by 2031; it is expected to expand at a CAGR of 8.2% from 2023 to 2031. Integration of machine vision systems with deep learning is anticipated to be a key trend in the market.

Factory Automation Market Analysis

The manufacturing business has expanded rapidly during the last decade. Globalization is expanding the market, attracting a large number of new players. Competitive advantage in the factory automation market for key companies may be built through product differentiation, cost leadership, target marketing, and great after-sales service. Automation is a critical factor for production processes. Further, advanced automation solutions make it possible to achieve consistently high quality, high throughput, and low production costs. Thus, the factory automation market is expected to grow during the forecast period.

Factory Automation Market Industry Overview

Factory automation is the integration of automation into all stages of the manufacturing process. Automation in manufacturing frequently combines technologies like pneumatic systems, hydraulic systems, and robotic arms to produce a more complicated system. In a competitive environment, factory automation can assist in boosting output and efficiency while lowering costs. Factory automation delivers a compelling method to boost efficiency, quality, sustainability, safety, and security in a rapidly changing modern factory setting.

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Factory Automation Market: Strategic Insights

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Factory Automation Market Driver and Opportunities

Adoption of Industry 4.0 Principal in Manufacturing to Favor Market Growth.

The revolutionary power of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (Industry 4.0) is altering global production. Industry 4.0, which is defined (in part) by intelligent systems, artificial intelligence (AI), big data, and advanced IT architecture, represents the next step in the evolution of manufacturing as a whole and many businesses are adopting these technologies. The benefits of Industry 4.0 processes, technologies, and systems include improved productivity and efficiency, better agility and flexibility, and increased profitability. Thus, the adoption of Industry 4.0 for automation in numerous industries is anticipated to fuel the factory automation market growth during the forecast period.

Growing Focus on Strategic Initiatives by Market Players

The growing focus of key market participants on strategic activities such as mergers, acquisitions, and collaboration, among others, is expected to boost the growth of the factory automation market. For instance, in July 2021, Rockwell Automation, Inc., engaged in industrial automation and digital transformation, announced the acquisition of Plex Systems, the leading cloud-native smart manufacturing platform. Further, in September 2021, Rockwell Automation, Inc. announced a partnership with Kezzler, a cloud-based product digitization and traceability platform, to help manufacturers capture the journey of their products from raw material sources to point-of-sale or beyond using cloud-based supply chain solutions that focus on product traceability.

Factory Automation Market Report Segmentation Analysis

The key segments that contributed to the derivation of the factory automation market analysis are component, type, technology, and industry vertical.

  • Based on components, the market is divided into hardware and software
  • On the basis of type, the market is divided into programmable automation, fixed automation, and flexible automation),
  • Based on technology, the market is divided into Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition Systems (SCADA), Human Machine Interface (HMI), and Others.
  • On the basis of the industry vertical, the market is divided into automotive, food and beverages, oil and gas, manufacturing, mining, and others.

Factory Automation Market Share Analysis By Geography

Based on region, the market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and South & Central America.

North America is expected to hold a prominent share of the factory automation market during the forecast period. This growth may be attributed to the early technological adoption and a strong emphasis on research and development activities. Further, the growing popularity of collaborative robots and government initiatives for digital transformation across industries is anticipated to fuel the factory automation market during the forecast period.

Factory Automation Market Regional Insights

The regional trends and factors influencing the Factory Automation Market throughout the forecast period have been thoroughly explained by the analysts at The Insight Partners. This section also discusses Factory Automation Market segments and geography across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa, and South and Central America.

Factory Automation Market Report Scope

Report Attribute Details
Market size in 2023 US$ 181.45 Billion
Market Size by 2031 US$ 340.78 Billion
Global CAGR (2023 - 2031) 8.2%
Historical Data 2021-2022
Forecast period 2024-2031
Segments Covered By Component
  • Hardware
  • Software
By Type
  • Programmable Automation
  • Fixed Automation
  • Flexible Automation
By Technology
  • Programmable Logic Controller
  • Distributed Control System
  • Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition System
  • Human Machine Interface
By Industry Vertical
  • Automotive
  • Food and Beverages
  • Oil and Gas
  • Manufacturing
  • Mining
Regions and Countries Covered North America
  • US
  • Canada
  • Mexico
Europe
  • UK
  • Germany
  • France
  • Russia
  • Italy
  • Rest of Europe
Asia-Pacific
  • China
  • India
  • Japan
  • Australia
  • Rest of Asia-Pacific
South and Central America
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Rest of South and Central America
Middle East and Africa
  • South Africa
  • Saudi Arabia
  • UAE
  • Rest of Middle East and Africa
Market leaders and key company profiles
  • ABB Ltd.
  • Emerson Electric Co.
  • Fanuc Corporation
  • General Electric Company
  • Mitsubishi Electric Corporation
  • Honeywell International Inc.
  • OMRON Corporation
  • Rockwell Automation, Inc.
  • Siemens AG

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    Factory Automation Market News and Recent Developments

    The factory automation market is evaluated by gathering qualitative and quantitative data post primary and secondary research, which includes important corporate publications, association data, and databases. A few of the developments in the factory automation are listed below:

    • Mitsubishi Electric Corporation announced that it will invest approximately 2.2 billion Indian rupees, or 3.1 billion yen, in its subsidiary Mitsubishi Electric India Pvt. Ltd. to establish a new factory in India. Expected to start operations in December 2023, the new factory will manufacture inverters and other factory automation (FA) control system products, expanding the company’s capabilities to meet the growing demand in India. (Source: Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Press Release, June 2022)

    Factory Automation Market Report Coverage & Deliverables

    The factory automation market forecast is estimated based on various secondary and primary research findings, such as key company publications, association data, and databases. The market report "Factory Automation Market Size and Forecast (2021–2031)" provides a detailed analysis of the market covering below areas-

    • Factory automation market size and forecast at global, regional, and country levels for all the key market segments covered under the scope
    • Factory automation market trends, as well as market dynamics such as drivers, restraints, and key opportunities
    • Detailed PEST/Porter’s Five Forces and SWOT analysis
    • Factory automation market analysis covering key market trends, global and regional framework, major players, regulations, and recent market developments
    • Industry landscape and competition analysis covering market concentration, heat map analysis, prominent players, and recent developments in the factory automation Market
    • Detailed company profiles.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    1
    What is the expected CAGR of the factory automation market?
    The global factory automation market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8.2% during the forecast period 2024 - 2031.
    2
    What are the driving factors impacting the global factory automation market?
    The adoption of Industry 4.0 principles in manufacturing and government initiatives to support industrial automation are the major factors driving the factory automation market.
    3
    What are the future trends of the factory automation market?
    Integration of machine vision systems with deep learning to play a significant role in the global factory automation market in the coming years.
    4
    Which are the leading players operating in the factory automation market?
    The leading players operating in the factory automation market are ABB Ltd., Emerson Electric Co., Fanuc Corporation, General Electric Company, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Honeywell International Inc., OMRON Corporation, Rockwell Automation, Inc., and Siemens AG.
    5
    Which region dominated the factory automation market in 2023?
    North America is expected to dominate the factory automation market with the highest market share in 2023.
    6
    What would be the estimated value of the factory automation market by 2031?
    The factory automation market size is projected to reach US$ 340.78 billion by 2031.
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