This report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.
The automation and controls market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $139.8 billion in 2024 to $153.58 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to industrial revolution, computerization, electrification programmable logic controllers (PLCs), digital revolution, internet of things (IoT).
The automation and controls market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $221.75 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to demand for smart manufacturing, rising labor costs and skills shortages, demand for remote monitoring and management, urbanization and infrastructure development, demand for smart manufacturing. Major trends in the forecast period include embrace of digital twins, technological advancements, augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR), expansion of robotics and cobots, and integration of AI and machine learning.
The growing demand for industrial automation is expected to drive the expansion of the automation and control market. Industrial automation involves the use of robotics, machinery, and control systems to perform tasks traditionally carried out by human workers. This approach is favored for its ability to improve efficiency, productivity, safety, and reliability, while also reducing operational costs and human error. Automation and control systems play a key role in industrial automation by streamlining operations, enhancing precision, and ensuring consistent quality and safety in manufacturing processes. For example, in October 2023, the International Federation of Robotics, a Germany-based professional non-profit organization, reported that in 2022, the sale of service robots for professional use reached 158,000 units, a 48% increase. With companies increasingly adopting automation to address staffing shortages, the surge in demand for industrial automation is fueling the growth of the automation and control market.
Major companies operating in the automation and controls market are developing innovative products such as the MTConnect driver to secure their place in the market. This innovation aims to integrate CNC machines into the sophisticated IIoT automation ecosystem, enhancing thorough data analysis. For instance, in March 2022, Emerson Electric Co., a US-based engineering company, introduced the MTConnect driver for its Movicon. NExTTM 4.1.333 platform, enhances its industrial control offerings by enabling quick, simple integration and scalability. It enables the efficient collection and use of crucial data from manufacturing assets, such as machines, tools, and robots. Its integration aids in informed decision-making across both operational and enterprise levels. This read-only solution restricts the programming of axis-specific parameters but significantly broadens Movicon.NExT's capacity to assimilate production data within manufacturing environments.
In August 2022, Hitachi Ltd., a Japan-based company specializing in digital transformation, acquired Flexware Innovation Inc. for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, Hitachi, Ltd. aims to strengthen and enhance Hitachi's business in the domains of MES, SCADA, and automation, reflecting their involvement in the automation and controls sector. Flexware Innovation Inc. is a US-based company that provides automation, supervisory, and MES solutions software.
Major companies operating in the automation and controls market are Hitachi Ltd., Siemens AG, General Electric Company, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Schneider Electric SE, Honeywell International Inc., ABB Group, Johnson Controls International PLC, Emerson Electric Co., Parker Hannifin Corporation, Kawasaki Heavy Industries Ltd., Delta Electronics Inc., Rockwell Automation Inc., Bosch Rexroth AG, OMRON Corporation, Keyence Corporation, Fanuc Corporation, Dassault Systèmes SE, Fuji Electric Co. Ltd., Yaskawa Electric Corporation, KUKA AG, Yokogawa Electric Corporation, Phoenix Contact GmbH & Co. KG, Rittal GmbH & Co. KG, SICK AG, Advantech Co. Ltd., Beckhoff Automation GmbH & Co. KG, National Instruments Corporation, AVEVA Group PLC, B&R Industrial Automation GmbH, Universal Robots A/S.
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the automation and controls market in 2024. The regions covered in the automation and controls market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the automation and controls market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The automation and controls market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as installation and integration, training, consulting and design, maintenance and support, and remote monitoring. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The automation and control market also includes sales of industrial PCs (UPC), motion control systems, industrial networking equipment, building automation systems (BAS), and process analytical technology (PAT) systems. 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).
Automation and control refer to the use of technology and systems to monitor and manage the production and delivery of products and services with minimal or no human intervention. Automation involves the use of various equipment and control systems, on the other hand, control involves the use of technology to regulate and manage the operation of machines and systems to achieve desired outcomes.
The main product types of automation and controls are programmable logic controllers (PLC), supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA), programmable automation controllers (PAC), distributed control systems (DCS), human-machine interfaces (HMI), and manufacturing execution systems (MES). Programmable logic controllers (PLCs) are smart computers that control machines in factories by following instructions to make things move and work correctly. They are used in various applications such as lighting, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC), safety and security and others, and are used by several end users such as residential, commercial, industrial, oil and gas, mining and metals, automotive and transportation, manufacturing electrical and electronics, and others.
The main product types of automation and controls are programmable logic controllers (PLC), supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA), programmable automation controllers (PAC), distributed control systems (DCS), human-machine interfaces (HMI), and manufacturing execution systems (MES). Programmable logic controllers (PLCs) are smart computers that control machines in factories by following instructions to make things move and work correctly. They are used in various applications such as lighting, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC), safety and security and others, and are used by several end users such as residential, commercial, industrial, oil and gas, mining and metals, automotive and transportation, manufacturing electrical and electronics, and others.
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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The automation and controls market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $139.8 billion in 2024 to $153.58 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to industrial revolution, computerization, electrification programmable logic controllers (PLCs), digital revolution, internet of things (IoT).
The automation and controls market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $221.75 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to demand for smart manufacturing, rising labor costs and skills shortages, demand for remote monitoring and management, urbanization and infrastructure development, demand for smart manufacturing. Major trends in the forecast period include embrace of digital twins, technological advancements, augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR), expansion of robotics and cobots, and integration of AI and machine learning.
The growing demand for industrial automation is expected to drive the expansion of the automation and control market. Industrial automation involves the use of robotics, machinery, and control systems to perform tasks traditionally carried out by human workers. This approach is favored for its ability to improve efficiency, productivity, safety, and reliability, while also reducing operational costs and human error. Automation and control systems play a key role in industrial automation by streamlining operations, enhancing precision, and ensuring consistent quality and safety in manufacturing processes. For example, in October 2023, the International Federation of Robotics, a Germany-based professional non-profit organization, reported that in 2022, the sale of service robots for professional use reached 158,000 units, a 48% increase. With companies increasingly adopting automation to address staffing shortages, the surge in demand for industrial automation is fueling the growth of the automation and control market.
Major companies operating in the automation and controls market are developing innovative products such as the MTConnect driver to secure their place in the market. This innovation aims to integrate CNC machines into the sophisticated IIoT automation ecosystem, enhancing thorough data analysis. For instance, in March 2022, Emerson Electric Co., a US-based engineering company, introduced the MTConnect driver for its Movicon. NExTTM 4.1.333 platform, enhances its industrial control offerings by enabling quick, simple integration and scalability. It enables the efficient collection and use of crucial data from manufacturing assets, such as machines, tools, and robots. Its integration aids in informed decision-making across both operational and enterprise levels. This read-only solution restricts the programming of axis-specific parameters but significantly broadens Movicon.NExT's capacity to assimilate production data within manufacturing environments.
In August 2022, Hitachi Ltd., a Japan-based company specializing in digital transformation, acquired Flexware Innovation Inc. for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, Hitachi, Ltd. aims to strengthen and enhance Hitachi's business in the domains of MES, SCADA, and automation, reflecting their involvement in the automation and controls sector. Flexware Innovation Inc. is a US-based company that provides automation, supervisory, and MES solutions software.
Major companies operating in the automation and controls market are Hitachi Ltd., Siemens AG, General Electric Company, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Schneider Electric SE, Honeywell International Inc., ABB Group, Johnson Controls International PLC, Emerson Electric Co., Parker Hannifin Corporation, Kawasaki Heavy Industries Ltd., Delta Electronics Inc., Rockwell Automation Inc., Bosch Rexroth AG, OMRON Corporation, Keyence Corporation, Fanuc Corporation, Dassault Systèmes SE, Fuji Electric Co. Ltd., Yaskawa Electric Corporation, KUKA AG, Yokogawa Electric Corporation, Phoenix Contact GmbH & Co. KG, Rittal GmbH & Co. KG, SICK AG, Advantech Co. Ltd., Beckhoff Automation GmbH & Co. KG, National Instruments Corporation, AVEVA Group PLC, B&R Industrial Automation GmbH, Universal Robots A/S.
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the automation and controls market in 2024. The regions covered in the automation and controls market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the automation and controls market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The automation and controls market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as installation and integration, training, consulting and design, maintenance and support, and remote monitoring. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The automation and control market also includes sales of industrial PCs (UPC), motion control systems, industrial networking equipment, building automation systems (BAS), and process analytical technology (PAT) systems. 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).
Automation and control refer to the use of technology and systems to monitor and manage the production and delivery of products and services with minimal or no human intervention. Automation involves the use of various equipment and control systems, on the other hand, control involves the use of technology to regulate and manage the operation of machines and systems to achieve desired outcomes.
The main product types of automation and controls are programmable logic controllers (PLC), supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA), programmable automation controllers (PAC), distributed control systems (DCS), human-machine interfaces (HMI), and manufacturing execution systems (MES). Programmable logic controllers (PLCs) are smart computers that control machines in factories by following instructions to make things move and work correctly. They are used in various applications such as lighting, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC), safety and security and others, and are used by several end users such as residential, commercial, industrial, oil and gas, mining and metals, automotive and transportation, manufacturing electrical and electronics, and others.
The main product types of automation and controls are programmable logic controllers (PLC), supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA), programmable automation controllers (PAC), distributed control systems (DCS), human-machine interfaces (HMI), and manufacturing execution systems (MES). Programmable logic controllers (PLCs) are smart computers that control machines in factories by following instructions to make things move and work correctly. They are used in various applications such as lighting, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC), safety and security and others, and are used by several end users such as residential, commercial, industrial, oil and gas, mining and metals, automotive and transportation, manufacturing electrical and electronics, and others.
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.
This product will be delivered within 3-5 business days.
Table of Contents
1. Executive Summary2. Automation and Controls Market Characteristics3. Automation and Controls Market Trends and Strategies4. Automation and Controls Market - Macro Economic Scenario Including the Impact of Interest Rates, Inflation, Geopolitics, Covid and Recovery on the Market32. Global Automation and Controls Market Competitive Benchmarking and Dashboard33. Key Mergers and Acquisitions in the Automation and Controls Market34. Recent Developments in the Automation and Controls Market
5. Global Automation and Controls Growth Analysis and Strategic Analysis Framework
6. Automation and Controls Market Segmentation
7. Automation and Controls Market Regional and Country Analysis
8. Asia-Pacific Automation and Controls Market
9. China Automation and Controls Market
10. India Automation and Controls Market
11. Japan Automation and Controls Market
12. Australia Automation and Controls Market
13. Indonesia Automation and Controls Market
14. South Korea Automation and Controls Market
15. Western Europe Automation and Controls Market
16. UK Automation and Controls Market
17. Germany Automation and Controls Market
18. France Automation and Controls Market
19. Italy Automation and Controls Market
20. Spain Automation and Controls Market
21. Eastern Europe Automation and Controls Market
22. Russia Automation and Controls Market
23. North America Automation and Controls Market
24. USA Automation and Controls Market
25. Canada Automation and Controls Market
26. South America Automation and Controls Market
27. Brazil Automation and Controls Market
28. Middle East Automation and Controls Market
29. Africa Automation and Controls Market
30. Automation and Controls Market Competitive Landscape and Company Profiles
31. Automation and Controls Market Other Major and Innovative Companies
35. Automation and Controls Market High Potential Countries, Segments and Strategies
36. Appendix
Executive Summary
Automation And Controls Global Market Report 2025 provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.This report focuses on automation and controls market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.
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Description
Where is the largest and fastest growing market for automation and controls? How does the market relate to the overall economy, demography and other similar markets? What forces will shape the market going forward? The automation and controls market global report answers all these questions and many more.The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.
- The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market.
- The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
- The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include:
- The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the Russia-Ukraine war, rising inflation, higher interest rates, and the legacy of the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
- The regional and country breakdowns section gives an analysis of the market in each geography and the size of the market by geography and compares their historic and forecast growth. It covers the growth trajectory of COVID-19 for all regions, key developed countries and major emerging markets.
- The competitive landscape chapter gives a description of the competitive nature of the market, market shares, and a description of the leading companies. Key financial deals which have shaped the market in recent years are identified.
- The trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it emerges from the crisis and suggests how companies can grow as the market recovers.
Scope
Markets Covered:
1) By Product: Programmable Logic Controller (PLC); Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition (SCADA); Programmable Automation Controller (PAC); Distributed Control System (DCS); Human-Machine Interface (HMI); Manufacturing Execution System (MES)2) By Application: Lighting; Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC); Safety And Security; Other Applications
3) By End Use: Residential; Commercial; Industrial; Oil And Gas; Mining And Metals; Automotive And Transportation; Manufacturing Electrical And Electronics: Other End Users
Subsegments:
1) By Programmable Logic Controller (PLC): Compact PLC; Modular PLC2) By Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition (SCADA): Hardware SCADA; Software SCADA
3) By Programmable Automation Controller (PAC): High-Performance PAC; Mid-Range PAC
4) By Distributed Control System (DCS): Process DCS; Hybrid DCS
5) By Human-Machine Interface (HMI): Standalone HMI; Software HMI
6) By Manufacturing Execution System (MES): On-Premise MES; Cloud-Based MES
Key Companies Mentioned: Hitachi Ltd.; Siemens AG; General Electric Company; Mitsubishi Electric Corporation; Schneider Electric SE
Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain
Regions: Asia-Pacific; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita.
Data Segmentation: Country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
Sourcing and Referencing: Data and analysis throughout the report is sourced using end notes.
Delivery Format: PDF, Word and Excel Data Dashboard.
Companies Mentioned
Some of the major companies featured in this Automatic Visual Inspection Systems market report include:- Hitachi Ltd.
- Siemens AG
- General Electric Company
- Mitsubishi Electric Corporation
- Schneider Electric SE
- Honeywell International Inc.
- ABB Group
- Johnson Controls International PLC
- Emerson Electric Co.
- Parker Hannifin Corporation
- Kawasaki Heavy Industries Ltd.
- Delta Electronics Inc.
- Rockwell Automation Inc.
- Bosch Rexroth AG
- OMRON Corporation
- Keyence Corporation
- Fanuc Corporation
- Dassault Systèmes SE
- Fuji Electric Co. Ltd.
- Yaskawa Electric Corporation
- KUKA AG
- Yokogawa Electric Corporation
- Phoenix Contact GmbH & Co. KG
- Rittal GmbH & Co. KG
- SICK AG
- Advantech Co. Ltd.
- Beckhoff Automation GmbH & Co. KG
- National Instruments Corporation
- AVEVA Group PLC
- B&R Industrial Automation GmbH
- Universal Robots A/S
Table Information
| Report Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| No. of Pages | 200 |
| Published | March 2025 |
| Forecast Period | 2025 - 2029 |
| Estimated Market Value ( USD | $ 153.58 Billion |
| Forecasted Market Value ( USD | $ 221.75 Billion |
| Compound Annual Growth Rate | 9.6% |
| Regions Covered | Global |
| No. of Companies Mentioned | 31 |
