GITNUXREPORT 2025

Automation Industry Statistics

Global automation market valued at $172 billion in 2022, projected to reach $345 billion by 2027.

Jannik Linder

Co-Founder of Gitnux, specialized in content and tech since 2016.

First published: April 29, 2025

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The automation industry's R&D expenditure grew by 8% in 2022, emphasizing continued innovation investments

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The global industrial automation market size was valued at approximately $172 billion in 2022

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By 2027, the automation industry is projected to reach a market value of $345 billion

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The number of industrial robots deployed worldwide reached 3 million units in 2022

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The adoption of AI-driven automation solutions is expected to grow at a CAGR of around 23% through 2030

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The global automation software market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 9.5% from 2023 to 2030

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The integration of IoT into manufacturing automation is expected to grow at a CAGR of 24% through 2028

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The robotics market is expected to reach $87.8 billion globally by 2030, from $21.4 billion in 2022

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The renewable energy sector is increasingly relying on automation, with a projected CAGR of 12% for clean energy automation solutions until 2026

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Autonomous vehicles and automated logistics are expected to grow industry revenues by over 30% annually through 2025

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The automotive manufacturing automation market is projected to reach $19.9 billion by 2025, from $12.5 billion in 2020

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The global PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 7.2% from 2023 to 2030

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The global industrial sensors market size is projected to reach $27.4 billion by 2027, expanding at a CAGR of 8.3%

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Cloud-based automation solutions are expected to account for nearly 40% of the market share by 2025, reflecting a shift towards cloud integration

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The electronics manufacturing automation market is forecasted to reach $36 billion globally by 2027, from $20 billion in 2022

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The global market for industrial automation hardware is expected to reach $56 billion by 2025, growing at a CAGR of 6.8%

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Asia-Pacific remains the largest market for automation, accounting for over 45% of the global market share in 2022

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The Asia-Pacific automation market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 10.2% through 2028, driven by manufacturing expansion

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The adoption of automation technologies in manufacturing increased by 13% year-over-year in 2023

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Approximately 59% of manufacturing companies plan to increase automation investments in 2024

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Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are increasingly adopting automation, with 70% planning to automate at least one process by 2025

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The use of collaborative robots ("cobots") increased by 25% in 2023

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The aerospace industry is forecasted to adopt automation solutions at a CAGR of 8.3%, due to the need for precision and safety

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The adoption of smart sensors in automation increased by 18% in 2023, improving predictive maintenance efficiency

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The use of automation in warehousing is expanding rapidly, with a forecasted compound annual growth rate of 16% through 2027

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The adoption of digital twin technology in manufacturing automation is expected to grow by 40% annually through 2026

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Approximately 80% of manufacturing processes will be automated by 2030, according to industry forecasts

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The use of augmented reality (AR) in automation maintenance is expected to grow at a CAGR of 19% through 2028, enhancing training and troubleshooting

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The adoption of predictive analytics in automation solutions increased by 22% in 2023, enabling better maintenance scheduling

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The adoption of edge computing in automation systems is projected to grow at a CAGR of 18%, facilitating real-time data processing

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The use of machine learning algorithms in automation has increased by 35% in manufacturing applications during 2023, improving process optimization

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The use of digital assistants and voice-controlled automation in industrial settings increased by 29% in 2023, enhancing operational efficiency

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68% of industrial companies reported improved safety due to automation

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The average time savings per task due to automation in manufacturing is approximately 35%

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The labor cost savings attributed to industrial automation range from 20% to 40% depending on the industry

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45% of manufacturing companies reported that automation has enabled them to improve product quality

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58% of automation projects fail to meet their initial ROI targets, highlighting implementation challenges

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75% of control and automation engineers believe that digitalization will drastically change their workflows in the next five years

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63% of industrial firms utilizing automation reported shorter lead times, boosting operational efficiency

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In 2023, the manufacturing sector's automation workforce increased by 22% from the previous year, indicating rapid technological adoption

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The largest barrier to automation adoption remains high initial investment costs, cited by 43% of companies surveyed

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52% of companies using automation reported improved compliance and safety standards, reducing incidents and penalties

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66% of industrial IoT deployments are aimed at improving asset utilization and maintenance, leading to higher efficiency

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41% of industrial organizations plan to increase their automation budgets in 2024, reflecting ongoing investments

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Automation-driven labor cost reductions are most significant in the food and beverage industry, with average savings of 30% in labor costs

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The integration of automation in the pharmaceutical industry is projected to reduce manufacturing errors by up to 90%

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55% of companies implementing automation reported faster onboarding and training of new employees, reducing ramp-up time

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48% of industrial firms indicate that automation helps reduce operational costs, with savings typically between 15% and 25%

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65% of industrial automation deployments are driven by the need to enhance safety standards and reduce workplace accidents

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The automation-driven productivity increase in manufacturing can reach up to 20% in the first year of implementation, according to industry reports

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Key Highlights

The global industrial automation market size was valued at approximately $172 billion in 2022
By 2027, the automation industry is projected to reach a market value of $345 billion
The adoption of automation technologies in manufacturing increased by 13% year-over-year in 2023
68% of industrial companies reported improved safety due to automation
Approximately 59% of manufacturing companies plan to increase automation investments in 2024
The number of industrial robots deployed worldwide reached 3 million units in 2022
Asia-Pacific remains the largest market for automation, accounting for over 45% of the global market share in 2022
The adoption of AI-driven automation solutions is expected to grow at a CAGR of around 23% through 2030
Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are increasingly adopting automation, with 70% planning to automate at least one process by 2025
The use of collaborative robots ("cobots") increased by 25% in 2023
The average time savings per task due to automation in manufacturing is approximately 35%
The global automation software market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 9.5% from 2023 to 2030
The labor cost savings attributed to industrial automation range from 20% to 40% depending on the industry

The automation industry is surging into a new era, with projected market values reaching $345 billion by 2027, a 100% increase from 2022, driven by rapid technological advancements, widespread adoption across industries, and a strategic focus on safety, efficiency, and digital transformation.

Innovation and Emerging Technologies

The automation industry's R&D expenditure grew by 8% in 2022, emphasizing continued innovation investments

Innovation and Emerging Technologies Interpretation

An 8% jump in R&D spending in 2022 signals the automation industry’s relentless push to innovate, proving that even in a high-tech world, curiosity still fuels the future.

Market Size and Forecasts

The global industrial automation market size was valued at approximately $172 billion in 2022
By 2027, the automation industry is projected to reach a market value of $345 billion
The number of industrial robots deployed worldwide reached 3 million units in 2022
The adoption of AI-driven automation solutions is expected to grow at a CAGR of around 23% through 2030
The global automation software market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 9.5% from 2023 to 2030
The integration of IoT into manufacturing automation is expected to grow at a CAGR of 24% through 2028
The robotics market is expected to reach $87.8 billion globally by 2030, from $21.4 billion in 2022
The renewable energy sector is increasingly relying on automation, with a projected CAGR of 12% for clean energy automation solutions until 2026
Autonomous vehicles and automated logistics are expected to grow industry revenues by over 30% annually through 2025
The automotive manufacturing automation market is projected to reach $19.9 billion by 2025, from $12.5 billion in 2020
The global PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 7.2% from 2023 to 2030
The global industrial sensors market size is projected to reach $27.4 billion by 2027, expanding at a CAGR of 8.3%
Cloud-based automation solutions are expected to account for nearly 40% of the market share by 2025, reflecting a shift towards cloud integration
The electronics manufacturing automation market is forecasted to reach $36 billion globally by 2027, from $20 billion in 2022
The global market for industrial automation hardware is expected to reach $56 billion by 2025, growing at a CAGR of 6.8%

Market Size and Forecasts Interpretation

With global industrial automation soaring from $172 billion in 2022 to a projected $345 billion by 2027—fueling a robot revolution, AI breakthroughs, and IoT integration at double-digit growth rates—it's clear that industry is not just automating tasks but reinventing itself at a pace that’s transforming the future of manufacturing, energy, and logistics into a high-tech symphony powered by smart sensors, cloud computing, and autonomous systems.

Regional and Industry Insights

Asia-Pacific remains the largest market for automation, accounting for over 45% of the global market share in 2022
The Asia-Pacific automation market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 10.2% through 2028, driven by manufacturing expansion

Regional and Industry Insights Interpretation

With over 45% of the global automation market in 2022 and a projected CAGR of 10.2% through 2028, Asia-Pacific is not just keeping pace but setting the tempo for manufacturing's digital revolution.

Technology Adoption and Trends

The adoption of automation technologies in manufacturing increased by 13% year-over-year in 2023
Approximately 59% of manufacturing companies plan to increase automation investments in 2024
Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are increasingly adopting automation, with 70% planning to automate at least one process by 2025
The use of collaborative robots ("cobots") increased by 25% in 2023
The aerospace industry is forecasted to adopt automation solutions at a CAGR of 8.3%, due to the need for precision and safety
The adoption of smart sensors in automation increased by 18% in 2023, improving predictive maintenance efficiency
The use of automation in warehousing is expanding rapidly, with a forecasted compound annual growth rate of 16% through 2027
The adoption of digital twin technology in manufacturing automation is expected to grow by 40% annually through 2026
Approximately 80% of manufacturing processes will be automated by 2030, according to industry forecasts
The use of augmented reality (AR) in automation maintenance is expected to grow at a CAGR of 19% through 2028, enhancing training and troubleshooting
The adoption of predictive analytics in automation solutions increased by 22% in 2023, enabling better maintenance scheduling
The adoption of edge computing in automation systems is projected to grow at a CAGR of 18%, facilitating real-time data processing
The use of machine learning algorithms in automation has increased by 35% in manufacturing applications during 2023, improving process optimization
The use of digital assistants and voice-controlled automation in industrial settings increased by 29% in 2023, enhancing operational efficiency

Technology Adoption and Trends Interpretation

As automation accelerates across manufacturing sectors—with soaring adoption rates, cutting-edge technologies like digital twins and cobots, and a growing appetite among SMEs—industry leaders must recognize that embracing this digital revolution isn't just strategic; it's essential to stay competitive in the relentless march toward smarter, safer, and more efficient production lines by 2030.

Workforce Impact and Cost Savings

68% of industrial companies reported improved safety due to automation
The average time savings per task due to automation in manufacturing is approximately 35%
The labor cost savings attributed to industrial automation range from 20% to 40% depending on the industry
45% of manufacturing companies reported that automation has enabled them to improve product quality
58% of automation projects fail to meet their initial ROI targets, highlighting implementation challenges
75% of control and automation engineers believe that digitalization will drastically change their workflows in the next five years
63% of industrial firms utilizing automation reported shorter lead times, boosting operational efficiency
In 2023, the manufacturing sector's automation workforce increased by 22% from the previous year, indicating rapid technological adoption
The largest barrier to automation adoption remains high initial investment costs, cited by 43% of companies surveyed
52% of companies using automation reported improved compliance and safety standards, reducing incidents and penalties
66% of industrial IoT deployments are aimed at improving asset utilization and maintenance, leading to higher efficiency
41% of industrial organizations plan to increase their automation budgets in 2024, reflecting ongoing investments
Automation-driven labor cost reductions are most significant in the food and beverage industry, with average savings of 30% in labor costs
The integration of automation in the pharmaceutical industry is projected to reduce manufacturing errors by up to 90%
55% of companies implementing automation reported faster onboarding and training of new employees, reducing ramp-up time
48% of industrial firms indicate that automation helps reduce operational costs, with savings typically between 15% and 25%
65% of industrial automation deployments are driven by the need to enhance safety standards and reduce workplace accidents
The automation-driven productivity increase in manufacturing can reach up to 20% in the first year of implementation, according to industry reports

Workforce Impact and Cost Savings Interpretation

Despite the promise of significant safety enhancements, cost savings, and efficiency gains—highlighted by over two-thirds of companies reporting safety improvements and a potential 20% productivity boost in the first year—nearly half stumble with ROI targets, underlining that in industry, embracing automation remains a high-stakes gamble where knowledge, investment, and innovation must work in tandem to turn technological potential into tangible performance.