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. 06 May 2019  |  Global  |  Technology Research

    Additive Manufacturing for Series Production: Opportunity Analysis

    Additive Manufacturing for Series Production has High Adoption Potential in the Automotive & Aerospace Industries

    Additive manufacturing is becoming increasingly integrated in various industries due to its ability to produce items of complex shape and geometry, to eliminate the need for expensive manufacturing tools, and its energy efficient features. Manufacturers are looking to adopt additive manufacturing for series production. Series production is distinct...

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  2. 29 Apr 2019  |  Global  |  Technology Research

    Opportunities for Blockchain in Manufacturing

    Evolution of Distributed Manufacturing

    The industrial revolution begun in the early 18th century and since then manufacturing has exponentially risen with complex supply chains, increased demand, and lesser requirement for manual labor to meet the escalating needs of customers. To stay on top of the value chain one must continue to innovate and be informed with the global technological ...

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  3. 31 Dec 2018  |  Global  |  Technology Research

    Robotic Exoskeletons: Roadmapping and Impact Analysis

    Physical Rehabilitation Drive Growth Opportunities

    Increased awareness and research initiatives of robotics technologies improving human life and intelligence have created opportunities for robotic exoskeleton manufacturers’ to discover a wide range of applications across various industry sectors. Efficient human-robot interaction, reduced footprint, ease of integration, reprogramming ability, and ...

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  4. 28 Dec 2018  |  Global  |  Technology Research

    Metal 3D Printing Revolutionizing Modern Manufacturing

    Industrialization of Powder Bed Fusion and its Production Applications Drive Growth of Metal Additive Manufacturing

    Metal 3D printing has experienced increased demand in the additive manufacturing market. However, the high cost of printers, slow speed, and limited part size have somewhat limited the volume opportunities for metal 3D printers in industrial applications. The rapidly evolving manufacturing industry has recognized the significance of additive manufa...

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  5. 26 Dec 2018  |  Global  |  Technology Research

    Big Area Additive Manufacturing: Technology Adoption Assessment

    Automotive, Aerospace, Consumer, and Building and Construction Sectors Drive Growth Opportunities

    Additive manufacturing (AM) techniques have become more popular in the recent times due to its ability to enable low cost objects, leading to saving considerable amount of time, labor, and material. The advent of large-scale additive manufacturing techniques, has further led to the development of more advanced technologies such as big area additive...

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  6. 31 May 2018  |  Global  |  Technology Research

    Digital Twin Transforming Manufacturing

    ICT and Sensor Technology Convergence Drive Opportunities in Smart Factories

    The concept of creating a replica of equipment or a system, or physical asset called digital twin is gaining interest in the manufacturing sector. Technologies such as artificial intelligence, advanced software platforms, communication, big data analytics, and sensors are enabling improvements in efficiency and productivity. Mixed reality, holograp...

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  7. 21 Sep 2017  |  Global  |  Technology Research

    Emerging Robotic Technologies for Marine Applications

    Automation is Driving Growth Opportunities for Robots in Ensuring Safety of Marine Vessels

    Unmanned autonomous robots are gaining prominence in the marine sector. Key trending applications include: autonomous surface vessels, unmanned underwater vehicle/robots, and shipboard robots. Automation in the marine industry largely enhances the efficiency of shipping goods. Presently, research community is increasingly focussing in autonomous ...

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