Automation

Automation has been an intrinsic component for manufacturing ever since the launch of the first programmable logic controller in 1970. The market of automation has, since then, seen a number of new product introductions that has significantly altered the way end-users pursue product design, engineering, production and services.

Frost & Sullivan's automation research and consulting programs entails a dedicated approach to understand and foresee the future of diverse automation products across various geographies. Our market focus includes factory automation, process automation, industrial software, product lifecycle management, besides others. A list of key focus areas have been identified below.

1. Factory Automation

2. Process Automation

3. MES & Advanced Process Control

4. Industrial Services

Our work is founded on close and regular interactions with leading multi-nationals and emerging companies operating in the world of industrial automation. The objectives of our research involves from the most basic elements of market intelligence to advanced strategic work for new product introductions and Go-To market strategies, and advisory work for mergers and acquisitions.

  1. 02 Feb 2026  |  Global  |  Technology Research

    Neuromorphic Computing for Low-Power Solutions: Advancements and Applications

    Strategic Insights for Accelerating Low-Power, Brain-Inspired Intelligence

    This study examines the emerging landscape of neuromorphic computing and its role in enabling low-power, real-time, brain-inspired intelligence across edge and autonomous systems. It reviews advancements in spiking neural networks, memristor-based computing in memory, event-driven vision sensors, and hybrid neuromorphic and conventional architectur...

    $4,950.00
  2. 27 Jan 2026  |  Global  |  Technology Research

    Top 10 Technologies for Sustainable Manufacturing in Flexible Electronics

    Energy-Efficient Technologies are Creating Pathways to High-Performance Flexible Device Production

    This Frost & Sullivan analysis examines the technological and industrial landscape of sustainable manufacturing for flexible electronics. It reviews the top 10 technologies and trends, assessing their relevance, maturity, and potential to enable environmentally responsible, high-efficiency production. It explores how these technologies can reduce m...

    $4,950.00
  3. The Advanced Manufacturing Technology Opportunity Engine provides profiles of innovations related to Multi-Laser LPBF for High-Throughput Metal AM, Mobile Manipulator for Factory Automation, Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF) for Industrial Metal Manufacturing, Six-Armed Humanoid Robot for Multi-Task Efficiency on Factory Floor, Software in the Loop Ba...

    $950.00
  4. 05 Dec 2025  |  Global  |  Technology Research

    Growth Opportunities in AI-Based Manufacturing Platform, Spool Welding Robots, High-Precision Actuators, Dexterous Humanoid, and Selective Powder Deposition

    Advanced Manufacturing Technology Opportunity Engine

    The Advanced Manufacturing Technology Opportunity Engine provides profiles of innovations related to High-Precision Actuators for the Next Generation of Humanoid Robotic, AI-Driven Dexterous Humanoid for Industrial Workforce Collaboration, AI Enabled Hybrid Platform For Enhanced Manufacturing Efficiency, Advanced Spool Welding Robot For Enhanced We...

    $950.00
  5. 02 Dec 2025  |  Global  |  Technology Research

    Next-Gen Lithography for Advanced Nodes: Technologies and Applications

    The Strategic Backbone of Future Chip Manufacturing

    The semiconductor industry is approaching the physical and economic limits of traditional lithography, driving the emergence of next-generation patterning technologies essential for scaling beyond 3 nm and into the sub-2 nm era. This report explores the technological evolution, ecosystem enablers, and strategic implications of next-gen lithography,...

    $4,950.00
  6. 21 Nov 2025  |  Global  |  Technology Research

    Technological Advancements in Advanced Robotics and Autonomous Systems Transforming Industry 4.0

    AI-Enabled Autonomy and Rising Market Demand are Driving Growth

    Advanced robotics and autonomous systems (RAS) are rapidly transforming industrial operations by integrating adaptability, intelligence, and precision into core processes across various sectors, including healthcare, manufacturing, automotive, and agriculture. Continuous advancements in hardware and AI-based decision-making are reshaping the capabi...

    $4,950.00
  7. 07 Nov 2025  |  Global  |  Technology Research

    Growth Opportunities in Laser Metal Cutting, Robotic Perception Systems, Humanoid Robots, Autonomous Robots, and Wire Laser Deposition

    Advanced Manufacturing Technology Opportunity Engine

    The Advanced Manufacturing Technology Opportunity Engine provides profiles of innovations related to Laser Based Metal Cutting System, Advanced Perception Platform, Low-Cost Compact Humanoid Robot, Adaptive Back-Drivable Robotics Redefining Human-Machine Collaboration and Advanced Wire Laser Deposition for Industrial Manufacturing.The Advanced Manu...

    $950.00
  8. 28 Oct 2025  |  Global  |  Technology Research

    Advanced Imaging Sensors for Autonomous Vehicles and Robotics Sectors

    Next-Generation Imaging: From Cameras to Hyperspectral and Event-Based Sensors

    The advanced imaging sensors market is growing rapidly, driven by fast-paced innovations and increasing consumer demand. As industries place greater emphasis on comfort, convenience, safety, and efficiency, the global sensor market for autonomous vehicles and robotics is experiencing exponential growth. Governments and regulatory bodies across regi...

    $4,950.00
  9. 27 Oct 2025  |  Global  |  Technology Research

    Growth Opportunities in AI-Driven Additive Manufacturing

    Low-Cost Optimization Trends & Demand for Efficiency Are Driving Market Growth in the Manufacturing Sector

    The additive manufacturing sector has seen significant growth in recent years owing to growing demand for customized products and complex geometries in various sectors, including automotive, defense, aerospace, consumer electronics, manufacturing, and energy. AI has a wide range of applications in additive manufacturing at various levels and is a k...

    $4,950.00
  10. 03 Oct 2025  |  Global  |  Technology Research

    Growth Opportunities in Multi-jointed Gripper, LBPF Systems, Wire Additive Manufacturing, Autonomous Legged Robots and Binder Jetting

    Advanced Manufacturing Technology Opportunity Engine

    The Advanced Manufacturing Technology Opportunity Engine provides profiles of innovations related to Multi-View Physical AI Training Model, Four-finger Multi-jointed Gripper, Advanced LBPF Systems, DED Technology for efficient and scalable Metal manufacturing, Wire Additive Manufacturing for Large Scale Metal Production, Autonomous Legged Robots fo...

    $950.00