The global retail automation market, valued at nearly US$11 billion in 2021, is poised for robust expansion in the years to come, according to a comprehensive report. This report delves into the key drivers, challenges, and opportunities shaping the evolution of retail automation as the retail sector increasingly embraces automation solutions.
Market Overview
Retail automation is revolutionizing the shopping experience, allowing customers to browse products through intuitive touchscreen interfaces and expedite purchases using debit or credit cards. This transformative technology relies on artificial intelligence and machine learning to optimize retail operations. Independent kiosks, equipped with software integration, function as fully automated retail stores, offering improved customer experiences and streamlined transactions in high-traffic areas such as airports, shopping centers, resorts, and transit hubs. Additionally, retail automation empowers retail workers with real-time analytics and data insights.
Key Report Findings
- In 2021, the global retail automation industry recorded revenues of approximately US$11 billion.
- Increasing demand for business process optimization solutions presents significant opportunities for retail automation vendors.
- Warehouse automation is poised to witness the highest rate of implementation.
- The Point-of-Sale (POS) segment continues to lead the retail automation industry.
- North America emerges as the top revenue contributor to the global retail automation space.
Market Drivers
Deepening Penetration of Automation
The rapid technological revolution has reshaped consumer behavior and interactions, compelling businesses to modernize their Point-of-Sale (PoS) systems. Automation offers simplicity and transparency, making it indispensable for retailers, especially small establishments. Retailers without dedicated IT teams face operational challenges, such as PoS failures, which can disrupt operations and result in revenue losses. Automation has become a solution to enhance the in-store experience and compete with the steady growth of eCommerce.
Unprecedented Technological Advancements
Retail automation has undergone a transformative shift due to technological advancements. Innovations like automated guided vehicles (AGVs) have streamlined warehouse operations, handling repetitive tasks accurately and efficiently. The adoption of autonomous mobile robotics (AMR) and AGVs is surging in the retail sector, contributing to the global retail automation markets expansion.
Market Opportunity
Escalating Uptake of Business Process Optimization by Retail Players
Retailers worldwide are simplifying workflows to enhance supply chain visibility and transparency. Digitization and automation offer end-to-end visibility, operational streamlining, and increased revenue-generation opportunities. Automation is now an integral part of the retail sector, supporting retailers in delivering exceptional shopping experiences and improving organizational effectiveness.
Market Challenges
High Initial Investment
While automation promises substantial returns on investment, the initial costs can be prohibitive for retailers with limited budgets. The adoption of fully automated solutions is often delayed due to high upfront costs associated with technologies like automated robotic systems and guided vehicles. Additionally, the complexity of advanced automation technologies requires extensive transformation projects and extended payback periods, which can hinder market growth.
Overview of Key Segments
The POS Segment Will Maintain Dominance
The Point-of-Sale (POS) segment continues to dominate the market and is expected to expand rapidly. Retailers are increasingly integrating technology with smart devices to provide exceptional shopping experiences and enhance customer retention. Backend management systems, integrating inventory, order fulfillment, customer experience, and loyalty management with front-end systems, are driving the growth of the POS segment.
The Warehouse Segment Remains Dominant
The warehouse automation segment contributes significantly to the global retail automation market due to the growing pressure of supply chain transformation and customer expectations for faster delivery. Mechanized automation, involving load carriers, distribution conveyors, and AGVs, plays a pivotal role in warehouse automation, further fueling market growth.
Regional Coverage
North America Leads the Pack
North America leads the global retail automation market, with merchants expanding their international research and development efforts. The regions growing technology landscape and the need for high accuracy in activities like inventory management drive the adoption of retail automation.
European and Asian Markets Follow Suit
Europe and Asia Pacific represent substantial growth opportunities for retail automation vendors. Stable economic growth, particularly in Europe, and the emergence of smart warehousing solutions in Asia Pacific, contribute to the expansion of the retail automation market.
Global Retail Automation Market: Competitive Landscape
Key players in the retail automation market include:
- Datalogic S.p.A.
- Diebold Nixdorf Incorporated
- Fiserv, Inc.
- Fujitsu Limited
- Honeywell International Inc.
- KUKA AG
- NCR Corporation
- Posiflex Technology, Inc.
- Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions
- Zebra Technologies Corporation
Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecast 2023-2030 By Product, Technology, Grade, Application, End-user, Region: (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America and Middle East and Africa) https://www.fairfieldmarketresearch.com/report/retail-automation-market
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