Supply Chain Automation Robotics Market Size, Share, Opportunities, And Trends By Component (Hardware, Software, Services), By Robotic Solutions (Autonomous Mobile Robots, Automated Guided Vehicles, Collaborative Robots, Robotic Arms, Last-Mile Delivery Robots, Others), By Deployment Model (On-Premise, Cloud-Based, Robotics-as-a-Service), By End-User Industry (E-Commerce And Retail, Food And Beverage, Pharmaceuticals And Healthcare, Automotive And Machinery, Electronics And Semiconductors, Others), And By Geography - Forecasts From 2025 To 2030

Description

Supply Chain Automation Robotics Market Size:

The Supply Chain Automation Robotics Market is predicted to witness significant growth during the projected period.

Supply Chain Automation Robotics Market Overview & Scope:

The supply chain automation robotics market is experiencing significant growth, driven by ongoing demand for automation in supply chains for optimizing operations such as material handling, order picking, sorting, palletizing, packing, and intra-site transportation across warehousing and logistics infrastructures. In the forecast period, it is expected to grow at a very high CAGR, driven by the growing e-commerce volume and rising consumer demand for faster delivery. At the same time, labor shortages and increasing wage pressure along with technological advancement in AI, computer vision, ML, IoT and others are driving the market growth. New offering innovations, such as Robotics-as-a-Service, are reducing the upfront cost, driving its adoption.

The Supply Chain Automation Robotics Market is segmented by:

• Components: The market is segmented by component into hardware, software, and services.
• Robotic Solutions: The market is segmented by robotic solutions into autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), automated guided vehicles (AGVs), collaborative robots (cobots), robotic arms, last-mile delivery robots, and others.
• Deployment Model: The market is segmented by deployment model into on-premise, cloud-based, and robotics-as-a-service.
• End-User: The market is segmented by end-user industry into e-commerce and retail, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals and healthcare, automotive and machinery, electronics and semiconductors, and others.
• Region: Regionally, the market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, South America, and the Middle East & Africa. Among these, the Asia Pacific region is anticipated to witness the fastest growth, and at the same time it holds a key dominant share in the market, driven by expanding manufacturing sectors in countries like China, India, and Japan.

Top Trends Shaping the Supply Chain Automation Robotics Market:

1. Integration of Artificial Intelligence

   The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the landscape of supply chain automation robotics by integration of intelligent navigation and path planning, vision systems with ML, predictive analytics and cognitive automation.

   In December 2023, Siemens Digital Industries and Mecalux jointly developed a new AI-powered picking robot solution. It is built using Simatic Robot Pick AI, a 3D vision software from Siemens that enables robots to recognize and pick items of varying shapes and sizes with high precision and speed. The robot has a collaborative picking system capable of operating 24/7 with up to 1,000 picks per hour in warehouses and logistics centers.

   Also, companies like Amazon are increasingly using advanced AI robots. From 1,000 bots in 2013, the company has scaled up its automation infrastructure year after year, culminating in the milestone reached in mid-2025 and a majority of them are integrated with advanced technology.

Supply Chain Automation Robotics Market Growth Drivers vs. Challenges:

Drivers:

• Rising Need for Warehouse Automation: There is growing demand for faster delivery as many consumers are demanding same-day delivery and when coupled with labor shortages, and the need to optimize warehouse space and costs are driving the adoption of supply chain automation robotics as these robots enhance efficiency. They work by automating tasks such as picking, transporting, and palletizing, for good operations and improving order accuracy. The surge in e-commerce and online grocery delivery is leading to a dramatic increase in order volumes, driving the demand for these pick-and-pace robots at warehouses and fulfilment centers for packaging and sorting operations. Growing deployment by various logistics companies highlights the rising adoption of supply chain automation. For instance, in May 2025, DHL Group signs an MOU with Boston Dynamics for deployment of additional 1,000-robot deployment for a range of applications, including use cases such as case picking, showcasing how companies are adopting supply chain automation.

Challenges:

• High initial investment costs: The high initial cost is the major factor restraining the growth of the market. Apart from high initial cost, these robots also need investment in integration, training, becoming a key barrier for companies, especially in small and medium enterprises. As SMBs lack investment, the growth of this market is restrained, which is particularly more worse in developing and underdeveloped countries, limiting a substantial growth of this market.

Supply Chain Automation Robotics Market Segmentation Analysis by Component:

• Hardware: Includes the physical components of robotic systems such as AMRs, AGVs, and robotic arms, critical for automating supply chain tasks.
• Software: Facilitates robot programming, control, and integration with warehouse management systems for optimized operations.
• Services: Encompasses installation, maintenance, and consulting services, supporting the adoption and operation of robotic solutions.

Supply Chain Automation Robotics Market Segmentation Analysis by Robotic Solutions:

• Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs): Highly flexible robots used for material handling and transportation in dynamic warehouse environments.
• Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs): Used for repetitive transport tasks, following predefined paths in warehouses.
• Collaborative Robots (Cobots): Designed for safe human-robot interaction, ideal for tasks like picking and packing.
• Robotic Arms: Employed for precise tasks such as palletizing and sorting in automated warehouses.
• Last-Mile Delivery Robots: Emerging solutions for automated delivery in urban environments.
• Others: Includes niche robotic solutions tailored for specific supply chain applications.

Supply Chain Automation Robotics Market Segmentation Analysis by Deployment Model:

• On-Premise: Traditional deployment model where robotic systems are fully managed within the facility.
• Cloud-Based: Enables remote management and scalability through cloud integration, gaining popularity for flexibility.
• Robotics-as-a-Service: A subscription-based model reducing upfront costs, driving adoption among SMEs.

Supply Chain Automation Robotics Market Segmentation Analysis by End-User Industry:

• E-Commerce and Retail: Largest segment, driven by high order volumes and demand for fast delivery.
• Food and Beverage: Utilizes robots for handling, sorting, and packaging to meet hygiene and efficiency standards.
• Pharmaceuticals and Healthcare: Employs robots for precise handling of sensitive medical supplies and equipment.
• Automotive and Machinery: Uses robotic solutions for parts handling and assembly in manufacturing.
• Electronics and Semiconductors: Requires precision automation for delicate component handling.
• Others: Includes niche applications in industries like energy and consumer goods.

Supply Chain Automation Robotics Market Geographical Outlook:

The Supply Chain Automation Robotics market report analyzes growth factors across the following regions:

• North America: North America holds a significant share in the global supply chain automation robotics market due to its early technological adoption, robust manufacturing base and high growth of e-commerce. The growing adoption of automation in the supply chain is driving the market to grow. High labor costs and government incentives for automation is driving the market to grow.
• Asia Pacific: Asia-Pacific is poised to be the fastest-growing regional market, driven by the rapid expansion of manufacturing hubs, low-cost robotics production in China and Japan, and the increasing digitization of supply chains in India and Southeast Asia. For instance, China’s smart manufacturing push, such as Made in China and Indian warehouse expansion, is driving the market. Foreign direct investment and increasing robotic penetration in 3PLs is also a key factor for the market growth.
• Europe, Middle East & Africa: Europe shows strong growth due to industrial automation and e-commerce, while Middle East and Africa have slower growth due to limited infrastructure.

Supply Chain Automation Robotics Market – Competitive Landscape:

The market is moderately fragmented and increasingly competitive. It has a mix of established industrial robot manufacturers, autonomous mobile robot (AMR) startups, and large automation integrators.

• ABB Ltd: In March 2025, ABB Ltd. launched two new AI-powered functional modules to its Item Picking family, delivering picking accuracy of over 99.5 per cent with the ability to handle random and unexpected objects.
• FANUC Corporation: Showcased its latest robotic and automation technologies at Modex 2024, featuring advanced CRX collaborative robots integrated with Locus AMRs and vision systems for order fulfilment and warehouse automation.
• Geek+ Technology Co., Ltd.: A leading AMR provider, focusing on flexible and scalable robotic solutions for warehouse automation.
• Fetch Robotics (Zebra Technologies): Offers cloud-based AMRs for material handling and inventory management in logistics.

Supply Chain Automation Robotics Market Latest Developments:

• December 2023: Siemens Digital Industries and Mecalux jointly developed a new AI-powered picking robot solution using Simatic Robot Pick AI, enabling high-precision picking at up to 1,000 picks per hour.
• March 2025: ABB Ltd. launched two new AI-powered functional modules to its Item Picking family, achieving over 99.5% picking accuracy.
• 2025 (automatica 2025): Epson announced the LS50 SCARA robot with a 50 kg payload capacity and updated GX-C SCARA series, setting new standards in precision and performance.
• 2024 (Modex 2024): FANUC America showcased advanced CRX collaborative robots integrated with Locus AMRs and vision systems for warehouse automation.
• May 2025: DHL Group signed an MOU with Boston Dynamics for the deployment of an additional 1,000 robots for applications like case picking.

Supply Chain Automation Robotics Market Scope:

The Supply Chain Automation Robotics Market is analyzed into the following segments:

By Component

• Hardware
• Software
• Services

By Robotic Solutions

• Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs)
• Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs)
• Collaborative Robots (Cobots)
• Robotic Arms
• Last-Mile Delivery Robots
• Others

By Deployment Model

• On-Premise
• Cloud-Based
• Robotics-as-a-Service

By End-User Industry

• E-Commerce and Retail
• Food and Beverage
• Pharmaceuticals and Healthcare
• Automotive and Machinery
• Electronics and Semiconductors
• Others

By Region

• North America
  • United States
  • Canada
  • Mexico
• South America
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Others
• Europe
  • United Kingdom
  • Germany
  • France
  • Italy
  • Others
• Middle East and Africa
  • Saudi Arabia
  • UAE
  • Others
• Asia Pacific
  • Japan
  • China
  • India
  • South Korea
  • Taiwan
  • Others

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Table Of Contents

1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

2. MARKET SNAPSHOT

2.1. Market Overview

2.2. Market Definition

2.3. Scope of the Study

2.4. Market Segmentation

3. BUSINESS LANDSCAPE

3.1. Market Drivers

3.2. Market Restraints

3.3. Market Opportunities

3.4. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis

3.5. Industry Value Chain Analysis

3.6. Policies and Regulations

3.7. Strategic Recommendations

4. TECHNOLOGICAL OUTLOOK

5. SUPPLY CHAIN AUTOMATION ROBOTICS MARKET BY COMPONENT

5.1. Introduction

5.2. Hardware

5.3. Software

5.4. Services

6. SUPPLY CHAIN AUTOMATION ROBOTICS MARKET BY ROBOTIC SOLUTIONS

6.1. Introduction

6.2. Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs)

6.3. Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs)

6.4. Collaborative Robots (Cobots)

6.5. Robotic Arms

6.6. Last-Mile Delivery Robots

6.7. Others

7. SUPPLY CHAIN AUTOMATION ROBOTICS MARKET BY DEPLOYMENT MODEL

7.1. Introduction

7.2. On-Premise

7.3. Cloud-Based

7.4. Robotics-as-a-Service

8. SUPPLY CHAIN AUTOMATION ROBOTICS MARKET BY END-USER

8.1. Introduction

8.2. E-Commerce and Retail

8.3. Food and Beverage

8.4. Pharmaceuticals and Healthcare

8.5. Automotive and Machinery

8.6. Electronics and Semiconductors

8.7. Others

9. SUPPLY CHAIN AUTOMATION ROBOTICS MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY

9.1. Introduction

9.2. North America

9.2.1. By Component

9.2.2. By Robotic Solutions

9.2.3. By Deployment Model

9.2.4. By End-User

9.2.5. By Country

9.2.5.1. United States

9.2.5.2. Canada

9.2.5.3. Mexico

9.3. South America

9.3.1. By Component

9.3.2. By Robotic Solutions

9.3.3. By Deployment Model

9.3.4. By End-User

9.3.5. By Country

9.3.5.1. Brazil

9.3.5.2. Argentina

9.3.5.3. Others

9.4. Europe

9.4.1. By Component

9.4.2. By Robotic Solutions

9.4.3. By Deployment Model

9.4.4. By End-User

9.4.5. By Country

9.4.5.1. United Kingdom

9.4.5.2. Germany

9.4.5.3. France

9.4.5.4. Italy

9.4.5.5. Others

9.5. Middle East & Africa

9.5.1. By Component

9.5.2. By Robotic Solutions

9.5.3. By Deployment Model

9.5.4. By End-User

9.5.5. By Country

9.5.5.1. Saudi Arabia

9.5.5.2. UAE

9.5.5.3. Others

9.6. Asia Pacific

9.6.1. By Component

9.6.2. By Robotic Solutions

9.6.3. By Deployment Model

9.6.4. By End-User

9.6.5. By Country

9.6.5.1. Japan

9.6.5.2. China

9.6.5.3. India

9.6.5.4. South Korea

9.6.5.5. Taiwan

9.6.5.6. Others

10. COMPETITIVE ENVIRONMENT AND ANALYSIS

10.1. Major Players and Strategy Analysis

10.2. Market Share Analysis

10.3. Mergers, Acquisitions, Agreements, and Collaborations

10.4. Competitive Dashboard

11. COMPANY PROFILES

11.1. ABB Ltd

11.2. FANUC Corporation

11.3. KUKA AG

11.4. Geek+ Technology Co., Ltd.

11.5. Fetch Robotics (Zebra Technologies)

11.6. Vecna Robotics, Inc.

11.7. Yaskawa Electric Corporation

11.8. Doosan Robotics, Inc.

11.9. Daifuku Co., Ltd.

11.10. Knapp AG

11.11. Swisslog Holding AG

11.12. TGW Logistics Group

11.13. Symbotic Inc.

12. APPENDIX

12.1. Currency

12.2. Assumptions

12.3. Base and Forecast Years Timeline

12.4. Key benefits for the stakeholders

12.5. Research Methodology

12.6. Abbreviations

Companies Profiled

FANUC Corporation

KUKA AG

Geek+ Technology Co., Ltd.

Fetch Robotics (Zebra Technologies) 

Vecana Robotics, Inc.

Yaskawa Electric Corporation

Doosan Robotics, Inc.

Daifuku Co., Ltd.

Knapp AG

Swisslog Holding AG

TGW Logistics Group

Symbotic Inc.

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