Industrial Automation and Control Systems Market Analysis
Based on solution, the market is segmented into less than enterprise level, plant solution and plant level control system. The greater software segment is estimated to register a significant growth rate of over CAGR 7.5% over the forecast period of 2024-2032.
- The adoption of Industry 4.0 principles drives the integration of digital technologies like IoT (Internet of Things), AI (Artificial Intelligence), machine learning, and cloud computing into industrial processes. Companies seek to optimize operations, enhance productivity, and enable data-driven decision-making through interconnected systems.
- Industrial automation systems promise increased operational efficiency, reduced downtime, and optimized resource utilization. Enterprises invest in automation to streamline processes, minimize waste, and lower production costs. The need for real-time data monitoring and control across industrial operations drives the adoption of advanced control systems. This enables better decision-making, predictive maintenance, and agile responses to changing conditions.
- Enterprises aim to deploy scalable solutions that can adapt to changing production demands and varying market needs. Flexible automation and control systems enable quick reconfiguration and adjustment in production lines. With the increasing adoption of remote work and the need for decentralized operations, there's a growing emphasis on systems that allow remote monitoring, diagnostics, and maintenance of industrial equipment and processes.
Based on vertical, the industrial automation and control systems market is segmented into aerospace & defense, automotive, chemical, energy & utilities, food & beverages, healthcare, manufacturing, mining & metal, oil & gas, transportation, others. The energy and utilities segment accounted for a market share of over 10% in 2023.
- The energy and utilities sectors experience significant growth in automation and control systems due to a shift towards smart grid technologies, renewable energy integration, and enhanced energy efficiency measures. Smart grid adoption necessitates sophisticated control systems for efficient energy distribution and management. The focus on predictive maintenance for critical infrastructure drives the implementation of advanced control systems. Additionally, the need for secure and resilient control systems to manage complex energy networks further fuels this growth.
- The renewable energy sector is growing rapidly and has a strong outlook for advanced power cable demand for the next five years. Electricity produced by two of the fastest growing renewable energy sources including solar Photovoltaic (PV) and wind is increasingly leveraging specialty power cables to enable the efficient transmission of power across long distances.
- The companies operating in the power & control cable market are increasingly securing contracts for the delivery and installation of power cables across diverse regional markets.
Asia Pacific dominated the global industrial automation and control systems market in 2023, accounting for a market share of over 35%. Asia Pacific region is a dynamic hub for industrial automation, propelled by the rapid growth of manufacturing sectors, especially in countries such as China, Japan, and South Korea. In Asia, there is a strong focus on leveraging the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) technologies for smart manufacturing and improving overall production efficiency. China's ambitious "Made in China 2025" initiative emphasizes the integration of automation and digital technologies into its industries. The adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) is on the rise, particularly in Japan and South Korea. The region is witnessing substantial investments in industrial automation for sectors such as electronics, automotive, and robotics. Cybersecurity is gaining prominence as the region enhances connectivity, prompting governments and industries to collaborate on robust cybersecurity frameworks.