Discrete Automation Global Market Report 2024

The discrete automation market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $5.57 billion in 2023 to $5.98 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.3%. The expansion observed during the historical period can be ascribed to the rising intricacy of manufacturing processes, a pressing requirement for operational efficiency, compliance with regulatory standards, escalating labor costs, and a heightened demand for quality and precision.

The discrete automation market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $7.53 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period can be linked to the widespread adoption of Industry 4 technologies, a dedicated focus on flexible and agile manufacturing, the emergence of edge computing solutions, a heightened emphasis on sustainability and energy efficiency, and the expanding applications of the Internet of Things (IoT). Noteworthy trends expected in the forecast period encompass the ascendancy of digital twins in manufacturing, a heightened reliance on cloud-based automation platforms, the proliferation of predictive maintenance solutions, the advancement of autonomous manufacturing systems, and a substantial surge in demand for cybersecurity solutions in automation.

The discrete automation market is poised for growth, driven by an increasing demand for efficient manufacturing. Efficient manufacturing involves producing goods at the lowest total cost while minimizing waste and optimizing the use of materials, time, and energy. Manufacturers are compelled to pursue process optimization and cost reduction due to rising labor costs, fluctuating raw material prices, and escalating energy expenses. Discrete automation technologies such as robotics, PLCs, and conveyor systems play a pivotal role in streamlining production processes, enhancing productivity, and reducing cycle times. As per the International Federation of Robotics (IFR), industrial robot installations reached a record level of 553,052 units in 2022, marking a 5% increase from the previous year.

Major players in the discrete automation market are intensifying their focus on developing advanced solutions to gain a competitive edge. A notable development is the emergence of life cycle assessment (LCA) automation, a comprehensive technology solution for discrete manufacturing. This technology integrates advanced automation technologies to streamline production processes, optimize efficiency, and boost overall productivity. Sphera Solutions Inc., a US-based software company, launched a groundbreaking LCA automation solution in March 2023. This advancement allows for conducting enterprise-wide LCA analyses within minutes, significantly improving efficiency. The solution automates the import of primary product data from the Bill of Materials (BOM) and swiftly calculates emissions, enabling manufacturers to systematically reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions throughout the production process.

In January 2024, ABB Ltd., a Switzerland-based engineering company, acquired Sevensense Robotics AG, a robotics company based in Switzerland, for an undisclosed amount. This strategic acquisition enhances ABB's position in the discrete automation market by providing advanced sensing technology and a broader product portfolio. The acquisition aims to meet growing demand, improve manufacturing efficiency, enhance safety, reduce costs, and future-proof manufacturing processes. Sevensense Robotics AG specializes in developing technology that enables mobile robots to navigate safely and autonomously in dynamic spaces.

Major companies operating in the discrete automation market are Hitachi Ltd., Siemens AG, Cisco Systems Inc., Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Honeywell International Inc., ABB Ltd., Invensys plc (Schneider Electric Co.), Toshiba Corporation, Eaton Corporation plc, Texas Instruments Incorporated, Emerson Electric Co., GE Grid Solutions, ANDRITZ GROUP, Rockwell Automation Inc., Omron Corporation, Valmet Oyj, Azbil Corporation, Ingeteam, Chongqing Chuanyi Automation Co. Ltd., HollySys Automation Technologies, Nanjing Sciyon Automation Group Co. Ltd., Beijing consen Technology Co. Ltd., Shanghai Automation Instrumentation Co. Ltd., Yokogawa Electric Corporation, ZAT Company, SUPCON Technology Co. Ltd, Shanghai Xin Hua Control Technology (Group) Co. Ltd., Nanjing Delto Technology.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the discrete automation market in 2023. North America is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the discrete automation market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the discrete automation market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Discrete automation entails employing automated systems for the precise control of designated processes or tasks within manufacturing, industrial, or operational settings. These systems are crafted to execute tasks with enhanced precision, swiftness, and reliability, thereby contributing to heightened operational efficiency, productivity, and quality in manufacturing and other industrial functions.

The primary forms of discrete automation encompass product lifecycle management (PLM), manufacturing execution system (MES), programmable logic controllers (PLC), distributed control system (DCS), among others. Product lifecycle management (PLM) involves overseeing the complete lifespan of a product, spanning from its inception and design to manufacturing, service, and disposal. These components are classified into solutions and services, applied across various sectors such as packaging, automotive, textile, aerospace and defense, food processing, and more.

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The discrete automation market consists of revenues earned by entities providing services such as consulting, integration, installation, maintenance, repair, and training related to automation technologies. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The discrete automation market also includes sales of products such as industrial robots, human-machine interface (HMI) systems, motion control systems, sensors, vision systems, and machine vision cameras. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.


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