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Personal computer (PC)-based automation involves utilizing a standard personal computer (PC) as the central control unit in an automation system to oversee and automate industrial processes, machinery, or equipment. This approach offers a cost-effective, versatile, and potent solution for the management and monitoring of industrial processes across various applications, including manufacturing, energy, transportation, and building automation.
The primary components of personal computer (PC)-based automation include industrial PCs (IPCs), human-machine interfaces (HMIs), programmable logic controllers (PLCs), and supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA). An industrial PC (IPC) is a specialized type of computer designed for use in industrial environments. Deployment options include on-premise and cloud-based setups, with distribution through sales channels such as direct and indirect sales. End users span across industries such as automotive, oil and gas, food and beverage, electronics, energy and power, among others.
Tariffs have influenced the Personal Computer (PC)-Based Automation Market by increasing costs for industrial pcs, hmIs, plc systems, and scada solutions. Segments including embedded pcs, panel pcs, plc solutions, and scada software are most affected, especially in Asia-Pacific, Europe, and North America. Positively, tariffs have driven local manufacturing, encouraged cost-efficient hardware solutions, and promoted innovation in cloud-based and scalable automation systems.
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The personal computer (pc)-based automation market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $36.52 billion in 2025 to $38.27 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.8%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to manual process control, reliance on standalone automation systems, high labor costs, limited remote monitoring, inconsistent production efficiency.
The personal computer (pc)-based automation market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $45.84 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to adoption of pc-based automation, integration with industrial iot, growth in energy and power sector automation, expansion in automotive and electronics manufacturing, rising demand for cloud-based monitoring and control. Major trends in the forecast period include embedded industrial pc implementation, panel and rack-mount industrial pcs, touchscreen and smart hmis, compact and modular plc deployment, scada software and hardware solutions.
The rising adoption of industrial automation is expected to propel the growth of the global personal computer (PC)-based automation market going forward. Industrial automation refers to the use of digital technologies, robotics, and computer-based systems to automate manufacturing operations with minimal human intervention. The adoption of industrial automation is increasing due to the need for higher productivity, reduced operational errors, improved safety, and advanced data-driven manufacturing. PC-based automation supports this shift by offering cost-effective, flexible, and powerful control systems that enable real-time monitoring, machine coordination, production optimization, and process visibility. For instance, in August 2025, according to the International Federation of Robotics, a Germany-based non-profit organization, industrial robot installations rose by 51% in 2023, reaching 3,830 units. Therefore, the rising adoption of industrial automation is driving the growth of the global personal computer (PC)-based automation market.
Major companies operating in the personal computer (PC)-based automation market are focusing on developing technological advancements such as edge-ready compact industrial PCs with integrated IIoT platforms to improve real-time control, connectivity, and data-driven decision-making in harsh manufacturing environments. Edge-ready compact industrial PCs with integrated IIoT platforms are ruggedized computing systems that combine industrial-grade PC hardware with pre-loaded edge software to enable local data collection, protocol conversion, visualization, and analytics at the machine level while securely bridging operational technology with IT systems. For instance, in February 2024, Emerson Electric Co., a US-based technology and engineering company, launched the PACSystems IPC 2010 Compact Industrial PC. This compact, fanless device is engineered to withstand wide temperature ranges and continuous industrial use while delivering high-efficiency computing at the edge, helping manufacturers support IIoT and digital transformation initiatives more cost-effectively. Pre-loaded with the PACEdge industrial edge platform and Movicon.NExT SCADA components, the system allows users to rapidly deploy browser-configured applications for gateway, HMI, and OT/IT convergence use cases without complex integration. By combining low power consumption, multiple Ethernet and serial interfaces, and scalable software options, the PACSystems IPC 2010 enables machine builders and manufacturing plants to modernize automation systems, optimize operations in real time, and standardize edge architectures across diverse automation deployments.
In April 2023, Emerson Electric Co., a US-based manufacturing company, completed the acquisition of National Instruments Corporation for $8.2 billion. This strategic move is aimed at reinforcing Emerson's presence in the automation space, expanding its market reach, and positioning itself to capitalize on key industry trends. National Instruments Corporation, a US-based manufacturer of PC-based automation systems and other computer-based automated test equipment, as well as virtual instrumentation software, adds valuable capabilities to Emerson's portfolio.
Major companies operating in the personal computer (pc)-based automation market are Schneider Electric SE; Rockwell Automation Inc.; Fujitsu Limited; Panasonic Corporation; International Business Machines Corporation; Siemens AG; ABB Ltd.; Mitsubishi Electric Corporation; Beckhoff Automation GmbH & Co. KG; Bosch Rexroth AG; Emerson Electric Co.; Honeywell International Inc.; Advantech Co., Ltd.; Kontron AG; Yokogawa Electric Corporation; Omron Corporation; B&R Industrial Automation GmbH; Phoenix Contact GmbH & Co. KG; Delta Electronics, Inc.; Hitachi, Ltd.
North America was the largest region in the personal computer (PC)-based automation market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the personal computer (pc)-based automation market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
The countries covered in the personal computer (pc)-based automation market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain
The personal computer (PC)-based automation market consist revenues earned by entities by services such as process automation, remote access and management, alarm and event management, reporting and visualization, security and authentication measures, and maintenance and diagnostics support. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The personal computer (PC)-based automation market also includes of sales of products including programmable logic controllers, data acquisition (DAQ) devices, industrial PCs, motion control systems, and fieldbus and industrial networking solutions. 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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