Computer Integrated Manufacturing

Global Computer Integrated Manufacturing Market to Reach US$31.7 Billion by 2030

The global market for Computer Integrated Manufacturing estimated at US$22.8 Billion in the year 2024, is expected to reach US$31.7 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 5.6% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Computer-Aided Design Manufacturing, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is expected to record a 5.0% CAGR and reach US$18.4 Billion by the end of the analysis period. Growth in the Computer-Aided Manufacturing segment is estimated at 6.4% CAGR over the analysis period.

The U.S. Market is Estimated at US$6.2 Billion While China is Forecast to Grow at 8.8% CAGR

The Computer Integrated Manufacturing market in the U.S. is estimated at US$6.2 Billion in the year 2024. China, the world`s second largest economy, is forecast to reach a projected market size of US$6.4 Billion by the year 2030 trailing a CAGR of 8.8% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Among the other noteworthy geographic markets are Japan and Canada, each forecast to grow at a CAGR of 2.8% and 5.5% respectively over the analysis period. Within Europe, Germany is forecast to grow at approximately 3.7% CAGR.

Global Computer Integrated Manufacturing Market – Key Trends & Drivers Summarized

How Is Computer Integrated Manufacturing Reshaping Modern Industrial Production?

Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM) is fundamentally transforming how factories and production systems are managed by integrating all aspects of the manufacturing process—from design and engineering to production, quality control, and supply chain logistics—into a unified digital environment. At its core, CIM leverages computer-aided design (CAD), computer-aided manufacturing (CAM), computer-aided engineering (CAE), enterprise resource planning (ERP), and real-time machine monitoring systems to create fully connected, automated production environments. This integration results in synchronized workflows, improved traceability, and the ability to react quickly to market and customer demands.

One of the key advantages of CIM is the elimination of data silos between departments, enabling real-time decision-making and seamless communication across the product lifecycle. In industries such as automotive, aerospace, and precision electronics, where complex assemblies require high precision and minimal error tolerance, CIM ensures that design intent is faithfully translated into final output with reduced reliance on manual intervention. The tight integration of systems enables agile manufacturing models, where product customization, batch size flexibility, and rapid time-to-market become competitive differentiators. With digital twin technologies and cloud-based analytics now integrated into CIM environments, manufacturers gain deeper insights into production efficiency and system health, enabling continuous improvement and predictive maintenance strategies.

What Role Does Automation and Interconnectivity Play in Advancing CIM Ecosystems?

The evolution of CIM is closely tied to the proliferation of industrial automation and the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). Today’s CIM systems are embedded with sensors, robotics, and edge computing capabilities that collect and analyze production data in real-time. This enables smart factory operations where machines not only perform tasks autonomously but also adapt to environmental and operational changes through feedback loops. Robotic systems, machine vision, and programmable logic controllers (PLCs) work in tandem to optimize production speed, reduce waste, and uphold quality consistency across high-throughput lines.

Interconnectivity across machines, systems, and software platforms is further enhanced by standardized communication protocols such as OPC-UA and MQTT, which facilitate machine-to-machine (M2M) interaction and data synchronization across the enterprise. Integration with supply chain systems allows manufacturers to align production schedules with inventory levels, customer orders, and vendor logistics, thereby improving resource utilization and reducing production lead times. Moreover, CIM platforms now incorporate cybersecurity frameworks to protect data integrity and ensure operational continuity in the face of growing cyber threats. These advanced, interconnected systems not only increase output efficiency but also provide the resilience and agility needed in today’s volatile manufacturing landscape.

How Are Industry Verticals Leveraging CIM for Competitive Advantage?

CIM adoption is accelerating across a broad spectrum of industries, each leveraging it to solve domain-specific challenges. In the automotive sector, CIM facilitates just-in-time manufacturing, lean inventory practices, and real-time coordination across global assembly plants. For aerospace manufacturers, the precision and traceability offered by CIM systems are critical for regulatory compliance, weight optimization, and part standardization across complex supply chains. Similarly, in electronics manufacturing, where time-to-market is crucial and design iterations are frequent, CIM platforms support fast prototyping, high-volume precision production, and rapid changeovers.

The food and beverage industry is utilizing CIM for batch process automation, traceability, and compliance with food safety standards, while pharmaceuticals rely on it to enable continuous manufacturing, electronic batch records, and data integrity for audits. Heavy machinery and industrial equipment producers use CIM to integrate design customization with large-scale fabrication processes, reducing rework and ensuring consistent product quality. Even the renewable energy sector is adopting CIM to streamline production of complex components such as wind turbine blades or solar modules. This cross-industry expansion underscores CIM’s versatility and growing importance in supporting high-mix, high-complexity, and digitally driven production environments.

What Are the Forces Driving the Surge in Computer Integrated Manufacturing Adoption?

The growth in the computer integrated manufacturing market is driven by several factors rooted in technological evolution, operational complexity, and industry-specific requirements. A primary driver is the increasing demand for smart factory solutions that combine automation, real-time data access, and remote operation capabilities across discrete and process manufacturing sectors. The growing use of industrial robotics, advanced machine tools, and intelligent sensors has created the need for unified platforms that can coordinate diverse production assets efficiently. Additionally, the rising emphasis on product customization and shortened lifecycle times is compelling manufacturers to adopt CIM solutions for faster product iterations and agile production workflows.

The proliferation of digital twins, AI-powered decision-making tools, and cloud-based infrastructure is further pushing the demand for integrated systems that can simulate, analyze, and optimize entire production ecosystems. In parallel, regulatory frameworks across sectors such as pharmaceuticals, food, and aerospace are requiring tighter quality control and traceability—capabilities that CIM inherently provides. The shift toward sustainable manufacturing practices, with a focus on energy efficiency and waste reduction, is also encouraging investment in CIM systems capable of tracking and optimizing resource consumption. Finally, as global supply chains become increasingly complex and digitally connected, the need for end-to-end integration—from design to delivery—is making CIM an essential enabler of next-generation industrial competitiveness.

SCOPE OF STUDY:

The report analyzes the Computer Integrated Manufacturing market in terms of units by the following Segments, and Geographic Regions/Countries:

Segments:
Manufacturing Type (Computer-Aided Design Manufacturing, Computer-Aided Manufacturing, Digital Manufacturing); Organization Size (Large Enterprises, SMEs)

Geographic Regions/Countries:
World; United States; Canada; Japan; China; Europe (France; Germany; Italy; United Kingdom; Spain; Russia; and Rest of Europe); Asia-Pacific (Australia; India; South Korea; and Rest of Asia-Pacific); Latin America (Argentina; Brazil; Mexico; and Rest of Latin America); Middle East (Iran; Israel; Saudi Arabia; United Arab Emirates; and Rest of Middle East); and Africa.

Select Competitors (Total 42 Featured) -

• ABB Ltd
• Aspen Technology, Inc.
• Dassault Systèmes SE
• Emerson Electric Co.
• FANUC Corporation
• General Electric Company
• Honeywell International Inc.
• IBM Corporation
• Mitsubishi Electric Corporation
• National Instruments Corporation
• Oracle Corporation
• Panasonic Corporation
• PTC Inc.
• Rockwell Automation, Inc.
• SAP SE
• Schneider Electric SE
• Siemens AG
• Software AG
• Toshiba Corporation
• Zebra Technologies Corporation

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