Automated Warehouse Picking Market, By Component, By Technology, By Function, By End-User, By Country, and By Region – Global Industry Analysis, Market Size, Market Share & Forecast from 2025-2032

REPORT HIGHLIGHT

Automated Warehouse Picking Market size was valued at US$ 7,820.33 Million in 2024, expanding at a CAGR of 12.90% from 2025 to 2032.
The Automated Warehouse Picking Market refers to the use of robotics, AI, and vision systems to streamline order picking within warehouses. Rising demand for fast and error-free order fulfillment, labor shortages, and the expansion of omnichannel retail are fueling technology integration. Challenges persist with high setup costs and limited flexibility in handling diverse SKUs. However, developments in AI-powered vision and robotic grasping present new growth opportunities. In early 2025, more than 45% of U.S. fulfillment centers used some form of robotic picking, as reported by the U.S. Department of Commerce, enhancing throughput and order accuracy.
Automated Warehouse Picking Market- Market Dynamics

Omnichannel Expansion and Labor Shortages Accelerate Adoption of Automated Warehouse Picking Systems
The surge in omnichannel retail and growing labor constraints are pushing warehouse operators to invest in automated picking systems. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, e-commerce sales accounted for over 15% of total retail sales in early 2025, intensifying the need for faster and more accurate order fulfillment. Amazon has deployed over 750,000 robots across its global warehouses, many dedicated to automated picking and sorting. Meanwhile, Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) is funding AI-driven picking projects to counteract the country’s aging workforce. These systems not only reduce dependency on manual labor but also boost picking speed and inventory accuracy, critical for same-day delivery expectations in retail, healthcare, and grocery distribution centers.
Automated Warehouse Picking Market- Key Insights
As per the analysis shared by our research analyst, the global market is estimated to grow annually at a CAGR of around 12.90% over the forecast period (2025-2032)
Based on Component segmentation, Picking Robots was predicted to show maximum market share in the year 2024
Based on Technology segmentation, AI-based Picking was the leading Technology in 2024
Based on Function segmentation, Order Picking was the leading Function in 2024
On the basis of region, North America was the leading revenue generator in 2024
Automated Warehouse Picking Market- Segmentation Analysis:

The Global Automated Warehouse Picking Market is segmented on the basis of Component, Technology, Function, End-User, and Region.
The market is divided into four categories based on Component: Picking Robots, Control Software, Conveyors, and Sensors & Vision Systems. Picking Robots hold the highest priority for their direct role in automating manual tasks, followed by Control Software that optimizes movement and task allocation. Sensors & Vision Systems ensure precision, while Conveyors support overall workflow integration in large-scale operations.
The market is divided into four categories based on Technology: Vision Systems, RFID & Barcode Scanners, AI-based Picking, and Gripper-based Systems. AI-based Picking ranks highest for its adaptability and intelligent decision-making, followed by Vision Systems for item detection and accuracy. Gripper-based Systems enable diverse object handling, while RFID & Barcode Scanners provide essential tracking support in integrated picking environments.
Automated Warehouse Picking Market- Geographical Insights

North America continues to lead the automated warehouse picking market, backed by widespread adoption across e-commerce giants and logistics providers. In 2024, Walmart partnered with Symbotic to roll out AI-enabled picking robots across its regional distribution centers, improving order processing speeds. In Europe, automation is being driven by labor shortages and sustainability mandates; Ocado Group in the UK expanded its collaboration with Tharsus to integrate next-gen robotic pickers for grocery warehouses. Asia-Pacific is witnessing rapid growth due to rising retail digitization, especially in China, South Korea, and India. In 2025, Alibaba’s Cainiao division deployed fully automated picking zones in several of its smart warehouses, combining robotics with computer vision. Additionally, South Korea’s government-backed Smart Logistics Program is promoting domestic innovation through funding and strategic alliances with private automation tech firms. These regional efforts highlight a global shift toward resilient and intelligent warehouse infrastructure.
Automated Warehouse Picking Market- Competitive Landscape:

The competitive landscape of the automated warehouse picking market is shaped by strategic collaborations, technological advancements, and AI integration. In 2024, Amazon expanded its robotics division by acquiring a U.S.-based AI vision startup to enhance robotic item recognition. Swisslog, backed by KUKA, partnered with H-E-B to automate multiple U.S. grocery distribution centers using its AutoStore-based picking systems. Geek+ collaborated with UPS in Europe to scale goods-to-person picking solutions in high-demand regions. Meanwhile, Zebra Technologies strengthened its warehouse robotics portfolio by acquiring Matrox Imaging, improving vision-based item tracking. GreyOrange and Locus Robotics are also advancing AI-powered mobile picking robots, especially for apparel and pharma warehouses. These innovations reflect a strong push toward efficiency, accuracy, and minimal human intervention in warehousing.

Recent Developments:

In February 2025, Brightpick launched Giraffe, an autonomous mobile picking robot that retrieves totes from heights up to 20 ft, tripling warehouse storage density. Working alongside Autopicker bots, it enables greater throughput, flexible replenishment, and optimized goods‑to‑person workflows.
In June 2025, Brightpick launched Autopicker 2.0, a multi-purpose warehouse robot incorporating next-generation Physical AI and “picking‑in‑motion” technology. It delivers human-level productivity (70–80 picks/hour), boosts throughput by 50%, and is available via Robot-as-a‑Service from US$1,900/month.
In January 2025, Ambi Robotics unveiled AmbiStack, an AI-powered robotic palletizer utilizing Sim2Real reinforcement learning and multipick gantry vision systems. It autonomously stacks mixed SKUs into pallets or containers with higher density, reducing manual labor and improving safety.
In March 2025, AutoStore unveiled its Spring 2025 product suite, introducing CarouselAI™—an AI-driven robotic piece‑picking solution developed with Berkshire Grey, along with VersaPort™ workstations, Essentials Software Package, expanded Pio product lineup, and service infrastructure upgrades.

SCOPE OF THE REPORT

The scope of this report covers the market by its major segments, which include as follows:

GLOBAL AUTOMATED WAREHOUSE PICKING MARKET KEY PLAYERS- DETAILED COMPETITIVE INSIGHTS

ABB Ltd.
Amazon Robotics
AutoStore
Berkshire Grey
Covariant.ai
Dematic
Fetch Robotics
Geek+
GreyOrange
Honeywell Intelligrated
IAM Robotics
Knapp AG
KUKA AG
Locus Robotics
Magazino GmbH
Mujin Inc.
Ocado Technology
RightHand Robotics
SI Systems
Swisslog Holding AG
Others

GLOBAL AUTOMATED WAREHOUSE PICKING MARKET, BY COMPONENT- MARKET ANALYSIS, 2019 - 2032

Picking Robots
Control Software
Conveyors
Sensors & Vision Systems

GLOBAL AUTOMATED WAREHOUSE PICKING MARKET, BY TECHNOLOGY- MARKET ANALYSIS, 2019 - 2032

Vision Systems
RFID & Barcode Scanners
AI-based Picking
Gripper-based Systems

GLOBAL AUTOMATED WAREHOUSE PICKING MARKET, BY FUNCTION- MARKET ANALYSIS, 2019 - 2032

Order Picking
Case Picking
Piece Picking
Pallet Picking

GLOBAL AUTOMATED WAREHOUSE PICKING MARKET, BY END-USER- MARKET ANALYSIS, 2019 - 2032

E-Commerce
Retail
Logistics
Food & Beverages
Automotive

GLOBAL AUTOMATED WAREHOUSE PICKING MARKET, BY REGION- MARKET ANALYSIS, 2019 - 2032

North America
U.S.
Canada
Europe
Germany
UK
France
Italy
Spain
The Netherlands
Sweden
Russia
Poland
Rest of Europe
Asia Pacific
China
India
Japan
South Korea
Australia
Indonesia
Thailand
Philippines
Rest of APAC
Latin America
Brazil
Mexico
Argentina
Colombia
Rest of LATAM
The Middle East and Africa
Saudi Arabia
UAE
Israel
Turkey
Algeria
Egypt
Rest of MEA Show more