ARC Advisory Group has unveiled comprehensive research on Edge Automation Systems (EAS), shedding light on their pivotal role in transforming industrial operations. Multiple macro and micro trends are driving the rising demand for edge automation systems, including the growing adoption of industrial-grade AI/ML and the need for reliable edge and cloud platforms. Factors like product variety, scalability, and the suitability of edge automation systems for retrofits and upgrades also contribute to the growing demand. AI/ML is expected to play a central role, with both vendors and users placing an increased focus on its applications. At the same time, security—both hardware and software—remains a key concern, shaped by regulations like NIS2 and the European Cyber Resilience Act.
"Open source has emerged as a powerful trend in the automation industry due to its ability to deliver flexibility, cost-efficiency, and innovation on a scale. Unlike proprietary systems, open-source platforms allow engineers and integrators to tailor solutions to specific industrial needs, especially in complex or niche environments where off-the-shelf products fall short. This customization is particularly valuable as industries shift toward software-defined automation and IT/OT convergence,” according to Fabian Wanke, Senior Analyst, and key author of ARC's Edge Automation Systems Market Research.
Edge Automation Systems Market Trends
The research addresses key market trends as follows:
- Open Source
- Edge AI
- Edge Automation Applications
- Operational Simulation and Optimization
- Cybersecurity and Access Control
- Quality Control
- Energy Management
- Spare Parts Management
- Human-machine Interface
- Fleet Optimization
- Maintenance and Related Tasks
- Data Extraction
- Collaboration and Partnerships
- OPC UA and MQTT
- NAMUR Open Architecture
- Edge Computing Consortium (ECCE)
- Industrial Internet Consortia (IIC)
Leading Suppliers to the Edge Automation Systems Market Identified
In addition to providing specific market data and industry trends, this ARC market research also identifies leading suppliers to this market and provides and summarizes their relevant offerings. An alphabetical list of key suppliers covered in this analysis includes: Bosch Rexroth, Emerson Automation Solutions, Rockwell Automation, Schneider Electric, Siemens.
About the Edge Automation Systems Research
The Edge Automation Systems research explores the current and future market performance and related technology and business trends and identifies leading technology suppliers. This new research is based on ARC’s industry-leading market research database, extensive primary and secondary research, and proprietary economic modelling techniques. The research includes competitive analysis, plus five-year market forecasts. The research segmentation includes World Region, Revenue Category, Hardware Type, Industry, Architecture, Operating System, Customer Type, Sales Channel.
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