Industrial Control and Factory Automation Market - Global Industry Size, Share, Trends, Opportunity, and Forecast, Segmented By Component, By Industrial Control Systems, By Application, By Region & Competition, 2021-2031F

Description

The Global Industrial Control and Factory Automation Market is projected to expand from USD 226.85 Billion in 2025 to USD 461.36 Billion by 2031, achieving a CAGR of 12.56%. This sector involves the application of control systems, including computers and robots, alongside information technologies to manage industrial processes and machinery, effectively replacing human intervention. The primary drivers fueling this market growth include the critical need for enhanced manufacturing efficiency and a persistent shortage of skilled labor in industrial areas, which mandates the use of automated solutions. Additionally, the adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies supports seamless data exchange and improves production capabilities without requiring extensive manual supervision.

Market Overview
Forecast Period	2027-2031
Market Size 2025	USD 226.85 Billion
Market Size 2031	USD 461.36 Billion
CAGR 2026-2031	12.56%
Fastest Growing Segment	Industrial Robots
Largest Market	North America

A major obstacle hindering market expansion is the substantial initial capital investment needed to implement advanced automation systems, which can be prohibitive for small and medium-sized enterprises. According to the Association for Advancing Automation, North American companies acquired 17,635 robots worth 1.094 billion dollars in the first half of 2025. This statistic highlights a continued interest in automation technologies, even though financial barriers may limit access for smaller manufacturing entities.

Market Driver

Advancements in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning for Predictive Maintenance are acting as a primary catalyst for the Global Industrial Control and Factory Automation Market. Manufacturers are increasingly utilizing AI-driven algorithms to process vast datasets from machinery, allowing them to predict equipment failures before they happen and substantially decrease unplanned downtime. This technological evolution facilitates a shift from reactive repair strategies to strategic asset management, thereby optimizing resource allocation and prolonging the life of critical infrastructure. As noted in Rockwell Automation's '9th Annual State of Smart Manufacturing Report' from March 2024, 83% of manufacturers anticipate employing Generative AI in their operations in 2024, emphasizing the rapid adoption of these intelligent systems to improve operational resilience and efficiency.

The widespread adoption of Collaborative Robots (cobots) in assembly lines is another major force driving market growth, fueled by the demand for flexible manufacturing systems that allow for mass customization. Unlike standard industrial robots, cobots are engineered to operate safely alongside human workers, creating versatile production environments that can quickly adjust to changing product specifications without major reconfiguration. This integration is backed by significant global activity in robotic deployments; the International Federation of Robotics reported in its September 2024 'World Robotics 2024' release that the manufacturing industry installed 541,302 new industrial robots globally in 2023. Furthermore, MHI reported in 2024 that 55% of supply chain leaders are increasing their investment in supply chain technology and innovation, reflecting a broad financial commitment to automated industrial ecosystems.

Market Challenge

The substantial initial capital investment needed to deploy industrial control and factory automation systems constitutes a significant barrier to market expansion. Adopting these advanced technologies entails high upfront costs, covering not only robotic hardware and control units but also software integration, engineering customization, and specialized personnel training. For numerous small and medium-sized enterprises, these expenses are frequently prohibitive, compelling them to rely on manual processes despite the potential for efficiency gains. Even for larger corporations, the magnitude of the financial commitment can result in delayed procurement decisions, particularly during periods of economic uncertainty when capital budgets are closely scrutinized.

This financial burden directly slows market momentum by limiting the volume of new installations. When capital becomes expensive or cash flows are restricted, the difficulty in justifying an immediate return on investment retards the adoption rate across key manufacturing sectors. This hesitation is evident in recent industry performance metrics which indicate a contraction in activity. According to the VDMA Robotics + Automation Association, the sector experienced a 6 percent decline in turnover in 2024, falling to 15.2 billion euros. Such a contraction illustrates how investment constraints can tangibly impede industry growth and reduce the overall turnover of the global market.

Market Trends

The adoption of Industrial 5G and Wireless Connectivity is rapidly reshaping factory environments by removing the limitations of physical cabling and facilitating ultra-low latency communication between machines. This trend promotes the use of private wireless networks that ensure reliable, high-bandwidth data transmission for essential applications like remote control and real-time monitoring. By shifting to these robust wireless infrastructures, manufacturers can seamlessly connect various systems and reconfigure production layouts without the downtime associated with rewiring. This technological transition is providing swift financial validation for industrial operators; according to Nokia's '2024 Industrial Digitalization Report' from June 2024, 93% of enterprises using private wireless networks realized a return on investment within 12 months, proving the immediate operational value and efficiency gains of untethered industrial connectivity.

Simultaneously, the Emergence of Sustainable and Energy-Efficient Automation has become a critical factor as manufacturers align production objectives with strict environmental standards and cost-reduction goals. This trend involves the strategic combination of hardware, such as high-efficiency motors and variable speed drives, with intelligent software that optimizes energy consumption across the entire facility. Companies are increasingly prioritizing carbon footprint reduction and resource optimization, moving beyond simple output metrics to adopt responsible manufacturing practices. This commitment to green operations is now a universal priority across the sector; according to ABB's April 2024 report 'From Insight to Implementation: Business Perspectives on Energy Efficiency Investments', 99% of businesses are actively investing in or planning to invest in energy efficiency measures, highlighting the widespread transition toward environmentally resilient industrial ecosystems.

Key Market Players

Schneider Electric SE
Rockwell Automation Inc.
Honeywell International Inc.
ABB Limited
Siemens AG
Robert Bosch GmbH
Emerson Electric Company
Yokogawa Electric Corporation
Omron Corporation
Mitsubishi Electric Corporation

Report Scope

In this report, the Global Industrial Control and Factory Automation Market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:

Industrial Control and Factory Automation Market, By Component

Sensors
Control Values
Switches & Relays
Industrial Robots
Others

Industrial Control and Factory Automation Market, By Industrial Control Systems

Distributed Control System (DCS)
Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)
Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA)
Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)
Human Machine Interface (HMI)
Others

Industrial Control and Factory Automation Market, By Application

Automotive
Aerospace & Defense
Food & Beverage
Chemical
Energy & Utilities
Healthcare
Oil & Gas
Transportation
E-Commerce
Others

Industrial Control and Factory Automation Market, By Region

North America
- United States
- Canada
- Mexico
Europe
- France
- United Kingdom
- Italy
- Germany
- Spain
Asia Pacific
- China
- India
- Japan
- Australia
- South Korea
South America
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Colombia
Middle East & Africa
- South Africa
- Saudi Arabia
- UAE

Competitive Landscape

Company Profiles: Detailed analysis of the major companies present in the Global Industrial Control and Factory Automation Market.

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1. Product Overview

1.1. Market Definition
1.2. Scope of the Market
- 1.2.1. Markets Covered
- 1.2.2. Years Considered for Study
- 1.2.3. Key Market Segmentations

2. Research Methodology

2.1. Objective of the Study
2.2. Baseline Methodology
2.3. Key Industry Partners
2.4. Major Association and Secondary Sources
2.5. Forecasting Methodology
2.6. Data Triangulation & Validation
2.7. Assumptions and Limitations

3. Executive Summary

3.1. Overview of the Market
3.2. Overview of Key Market Segmentations
3.3. Overview of Key Market Players
3.4. Overview of Key Regions/Countries
3.5. Overview of Market Drivers, Challenges, Trends

4. Voice of Customer

5. Global Industrial Control and Factory Automation Market Outlook

5.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 5.1.1. By Value
5.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 5.2.1. By Component (Sensors, Control Values, Switches & Relays, Industrial Robots, Others)
- 5.2.2. By Industrial Control Systems (Distributed Control System (DCS), Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), Human Machine Interface (HMI), Others)
- 5.2.3. By Application (Automotive, Aerospace & Defense, Food & Beverage, Chemical, Energy & Utilities, Healthcare, Oil & Gas, Transportation, E-Commerce, Others)
- 5.2.4. By Region
- 5.2.5. By Company (2025)
5.3. Market Map

6. North America Industrial Control and Factory Automation Market Outlook

6.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 6.1.1. By Value
6.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 6.2.1. By Component
- 6.2.2. By Industrial Control Systems
- 6.2.3. By Application
- 6.2.4. By Country
6.3. North America: Country Analysis
- 6.3.1. United States Industrial Control and Factory Automation Market Outlook
  - 6.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 6.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 6.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 6.3.1.2.1. By Component
    - 6.3.1.2.2. By Industrial Control Systems
    - 6.3.1.2.3. By Application
- 6.3.2. Canada Industrial Control and Factory Automation Market Outlook
  - 6.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 6.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 6.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 6.3.2.2.1. By Component
    - 6.3.2.2.2. By Industrial Control Systems
    - 6.3.2.2.3. By Application
- 6.3.3. Mexico Industrial Control and Factory Automation Market Outlook
  - 6.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 6.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 6.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 6.3.3.2.1. By Component
    - 6.3.3.2.2. By Industrial Control Systems
    - 6.3.3.2.3. By Application

7. Europe Industrial Control and Factory Automation Market Outlook

7.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 7.1.1. By Value
7.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 7.2.1. By Component
- 7.2.2. By Industrial Control Systems
- 7.2.3. By Application
- 7.2.4. By Country
7.3. Europe: Country Analysis
- 7.3.1. Germany Industrial Control and Factory Automation Market Outlook
  - 7.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.1.2.1. By Component
    - 7.3.1.2.2. By Industrial Control Systems
    - 7.3.1.2.3. By Application
- 7.3.2. France Industrial Control and Factory Automation Market Outlook
  - 7.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.2.2.1. By Component
    - 7.3.2.2.2. By Industrial Control Systems
    - 7.3.2.2.3. By Application
- 7.3.3. United Kingdom Industrial Control and Factory Automation Market Outlook
  - 7.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.3.2.1. By Component
    - 7.3.3.2.2. By Industrial Control Systems
    - 7.3.3.2.3. By Application
- 7.3.4. Italy Industrial Control and Factory Automation Market Outlook
  - 7.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.4.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.4.2.1. By Component
    - 7.3.4.2.2. By Industrial Control Systems
    - 7.3.4.2.3. By Application
- 7.3.5. Spain Industrial Control and Factory Automation Market Outlook
  - 7.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.5.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.5.2.1. By Component
    - 7.3.5.2.2. By Industrial Control Systems
    - 7.3.5.2.3. By Application

8. Asia Pacific Industrial Control and Factory Automation Market Outlook

8.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 8.1.1. By Value
8.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 8.2.1. By Component
- 8.2.2. By Industrial Control Systems
- 8.2.3. By Application
- 8.2.4. By Country
8.3. Asia Pacific: Country Analysis
- 8.3.1. China Industrial Control and Factory Automation Market Outlook
  - 8.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.1.2.1. By Component
    - 8.3.1.2.2. By Industrial Control Systems
    - 8.3.1.2.3. By Application
- 8.3.2. India Industrial Control and Factory Automation Market Outlook
  - 8.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.2.2.1. By Component
    - 8.3.2.2.2. By Industrial Control Systems
    - 8.3.2.2.3. By Application
- 8.3.3. Japan Industrial Control and Factory Automation Market Outlook
  - 8.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.3.2.1. By Component
    - 8.3.3.2.2. By Industrial Control Systems
    - 8.3.3.2.3. By Application
- 8.3.4. South Korea Industrial Control and Factory Automation Market Outlook
  - 8.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.4.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.4.2.1. By Component
    - 8.3.4.2.2. By Industrial Control Systems
    - 8.3.4.2.3. By Application
- 8.3.5. Australia Industrial Control and Factory Automation Market Outlook
  - 8.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.5.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.5.2.1. By Component
    - 8.3.5.2.2. By Industrial Control Systems
    - 8.3.5.2.3. By Application

9. Middle East & Africa Industrial Control and Factory Automation Market Outlook

9.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 9.1.1. By Value
9.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 9.2.1. By Component
- 9.2.2. By Industrial Control Systems
- 9.2.3. By Application
- 9.2.4. By Country
9.3. Middle East & Africa: Country Analysis
- 9.3.1. Saudi Arabia Industrial Control and Factory Automation Market Outlook
  - 9.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.1.2.1. By Component
    - 9.3.1.2.2. By Industrial Control Systems
    - 9.3.1.2.3. By Application
- 9.3.2. UAE Industrial Control and Factory Automation Market Outlook
  - 9.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.2.2.1. By Component
    - 9.3.2.2.2. By Industrial Control Systems
    - 9.3.2.2.3. By Application
- 9.3.3. South Africa Industrial Control and Factory Automation Market Outlook
  - 9.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.3.2.1. By Component
    - 9.3.3.2.2. By Industrial Control Systems
    - 9.3.3.2.3. By Application

10. South America Industrial Control and Factory Automation Market Outlook

10.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 10.1.1. By Value
10.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 10.2.1. By Component
- 10.2.2. By Industrial Control Systems
- 10.2.3. By Application
- 10.2.4. By Country
10.3. South America: Country Analysis
- 10.3.1. Brazil Industrial Control and Factory Automation Market Outlook
  - 10.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.1.2.1. By Component
    - 10.3.1.2.2. By Industrial Control Systems
    - 10.3.1.2.3. By Application
- 10.3.2. Colombia Industrial Control and Factory Automation Market Outlook
  - 10.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.2.2.1. By Component
    - 10.3.2.2.2. By Industrial Control Systems
    - 10.3.2.2.3. By Application
- 10.3.3. Argentina Industrial Control and Factory Automation Market Outlook
  - 10.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.3.2.1. By Component
    - 10.3.3.2.2. By Industrial Control Systems
    - 10.3.3.2.3. By Application

11. Market Dynamics

11.1. Drivers
11.2. Challenges

12. Market Trends & Developments

12.1. Merger & Acquisition (If Any)
12.2. Product Launches (If Any)
12.3. Recent Developments

13. Global Industrial Control and Factory Automation Market: SWOT Analysis

14. Porter's Five Forces Analysis

14.1. Competition in the Industry
14.2. Potential of New Entrants
14.3. Power of Suppliers
14.4. Power of Customers
14.5. Threat of Substitute Products

15. Competitive Landscape

15.1. Schneider Electric SE
- 15.1.1. Business Overview
- 15.1.2. Products & Services
- 15.1.3. Recent Developments
- 15.1.4. Key Personnel
- 15.1.5. SWOT Analysis
15.2. Rockwell Automation Inc.
15.3. Honeywell International Inc.
15.4. ABB Limited
15.5. Siemens AG
15.6. Robert Bosch GmbH
15.7. Emerson Electric Company
15.8. Yokogawa Electric Corporation
15.9. Omron Corporation
15.10. Mitsubishi Electric Corporation