- Identity document (ID) barcode reading solutions, enabling automated identification and verification, are increasingly vital components of modern factory automation systems across industries such as manufacturing, automotive, and logistics due to their ability to enhance operational efficiency, ensure accurate traceability, and support regulatory compliance
- The escalating demand for ID barcode reading in factory automation is primarily fueled by the rapid adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies, the need for secure and real-time identity verification, and the rising preference for integrated, automated systems to streamline production processes
- North America dominated the identity document (ID) barcode reading in factory automation market with a share of 40.51% in 2024, due to the widespread implementation of advanced automation solutions across industries such as manufacturing, automotive, and logistics
- Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest growing region in the identity document (ID) barcode reading in factory automation market during the forecast period due to the rapid expansion of manufacturing sectors and government initiatives promoting automation and digital identity verification
- Fixed mount barcode scanner segment dominated the market with a market share of 42.8% in 2024, due to its high-speed scanning capability, continuous operation without manual intervention, and suitability for integration within high-volume production lines. Fixed mount scanners are extensively deployed across factory floors where space efficiency, accuracy, and rapid processing of ID barcodes are critical, particularly in automated packaging, assembly, and inspection stations. Their ability to provide consistent performance under harsh industrial environments also drives widespread adoption in sectors such as automotive, logistics, and electronics manufacturing
