A recent report published by Infinium Global Research on smart manufacturing market provides in-depth analysis of segments and sub-segments in the global as well as regional smart manufacturing market. The study also highlights the impact of drivers, restraints, and macro indicators on the global and regional smart manufacturing market over the short term as well as long term. The report is a comprehensive presentation of trends, forecast and dollar values of global smart manufacturing market.
Smart manufacturing refers to the integration of advanced digital technologies such as IIoT, artificial intelligence, robotics, cloud computing, and data analytics into manufacturing processes to enhance productivity, efficiency, and flexibility. It enables real-time monitoring, data-driven decision-making, predictive maintenance, and autonomous operations across manufacturing facilities. The smart manufacturing market is gaining traction due to the increasing need for operational efficiency, cost optimization, and reduced downtime. Industry 4.0 initiatives and the adoption of connected factories are transforming traditional manufacturing into intelligent and adaptive systems. Additionally, rising investments in digital transformation and growing demand for mass customization are shaping market trends globally.
The global smart manufacturing market is driven by the increasing adoption of Industry 4.0 practices and the growing emphasis on digital transformation across manufacturing sectors. Manufacturers are leveraging advanced technologies such as IIoT, AI, and robotics to improve productivity, reduce operational costs, and enhance product quality. Predictive maintenance and real-time process optimization are enabling companies to minimize downtime and improve asset utilization, further supporting market growth. However, the high initial investment required for implementing smart manufacturing systems, along with integration challenges related to legacy infrastructure, acts as a key restraint for market adoption, particularly among small and medium-sized enterprises. Despite this, significant opportunities exist in emerging economies where industrial modernization, government-led smart factory initiatives, and increasing foreign direct investment are accelerating the adoption of smart manufacturing solutions. As manufacturers continue to focus on automation and data-driven decision-making, the market is expected to witness sustained growth over the forecast period.
Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) dominates the market, holding an estimated 30–32% market share, due to its critical role in enabling real-time connectivity, data collection, and machine-to-machine communication across manufacturing operations.
The software segment accounts for the largest share at approximately 45%, driven by increasing demand for manufacturing execution systems (MES), analytics platforms, and AI-based optimization tools.
Production planning and process optimization collectively represent the largest application segment, with nearly 40% market share, as manufacturers prioritize efficiency, cost reduction, and throughput improvement.
The automotive industry leads the market with around 25–28% share, supported by high automation levels, adoption of robotics, and strong focus on smart factory transformation.
North America holds the largest share of the global smart manufacturing market, accounting for approximately 35–38% of the total market share. The region benefits from early adoption of advanced manufacturing technologies, strong presence of key market players, and high investment in automation and digital infrastructure. The U.S. dominates the regional market due to widespread implementation of smart factory initiatives and strong demand from automotive and aerospace industries. Asia-Pacific is anticipated to register the fastest growth rate during the forecast period. Rapid industrialization, expanding manufacturing base, and increasing adoption of automation technologies in countries such as China, Japan, South Korea, and India are driving market growth. Government initiatives promoting smart factories and increasing investments in advanced manufacturing technologies further support the rapid expansion of the smart manufacturing market in the region.
February 2024 – Siemens AG launched an advanced digital twin platform to enhance smart factory operations and real-time simulation capabilities.
November 2023 – Schneider Electric expanded its smart manufacturing solutions portfolio with AI-powered industrial automation software.
August 2023 – Rockwell Automation, Inc. acquired a software analytics company to strengthen its smart manufacturing and data analytics offerings.
May 2023 – ABB Ltd. introduced next-generation collaborative robots designed for flexible and intelligent manufacturing environments.
| Report Coverage | Details |
|---|---|
| Market Size in 2023 | USD 343.6 Billion |
| Market Size by 2032 | USD 809.69 Billion |
| Growth Rate from 2024 to 2032 | CAGR of 10.50% |
| Largest Market | North America |
| No. of Pages | 300 |
| Market Drivers |
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| Market Segmentation | By Technology, By Component, By Application, and By End-use Industry |
| Regional Scope | North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and RoW |
The report on global smart manufacturing market provides a detailed analysis of segments in the market based on Technology, Component, Application, and End-use Industry.
· Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT)
· Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
· Robotics & Automation
· Digital Twin
· Cloud Computing
· Big Data Analytics
· Hardware
· Software
· Services
· Production Planning & Scheduling
· Process Optimization
· Predictive Maintenance
· Quality Control
· Inventory & Supply Chain Management
· Automotive
· Aerospace & Defense
· Electronics & Semiconductor
· Pharmaceuticals
· Food & Beverage
· Oil & Gas
· Siemens AG
· General Electric Company (GE)
· Rockwell Automation, Inc.
· Schneider Electric SE
· ABB Ltd.
· Honeywell International Inc.
· Mitsubishi Electric Corporation
· Emerson Electric Co.
· IBM Corporation
· SAP SE
The report provides deep insights into demand forecasts, market trends, and micro and macro indicators. In addition, this report provides insights into the factors that are driving and restraining the growth in this market. Moreover, The IGR-Growth Matrix analysis given in the report brings an insight into the investment areas that existing or new market players can consider. The report provides insights into the market using analytical tools such as Porter's five forces analysis and DRO analysis of the smart manufacturing market. Moreover, the study highlights current market trends and provides forecasts from 2024-2032. We also have highlighted future trends in the market that will affect the demand during the forecast period. Moreover, the competitive analysis given in each regional market brings an insight into the market share of the leading players.