AI in Supply Chain Management Market Analysis | 2024-2030

AI in Supply Chain Management Market Analysis | 2024-2030

AI in Supply Chain Management Market Analysis | 2024-2030
Report code - SR2955 Published On : Sep,2024 No. of Pages: 164
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“The AI in Supply Chain Management Market size was valued at US$ 3.5 billion in 2023 and is likely to grow at a dynamic CAGR of 30.3% in the long run to reach US$ 22.7 billion in 2030.”

Market Dynamics

Introduction

AI in supply chain management refers to the use of artificial intelligence technologies to optimize, automate, and enhance various processes involved in managing a supply chain. Supply chains encompass all the steps and activities involved in producing and delivering a product or service, from sourcing raw materials and manufacturing to logistics, warehousing, inventory management, and customer delivery.

AI offers several benefits in Supply Chain Management, such as improved efficiency, enhanced accuracy, cost reduction, faster response times, a better customer experience, and informed decision-making. By leveraging AI technologies, businesses can enhance various aspects of their supply chain operations, leading to more effective and responsive supply chain management.

The key components of AI in supply chain management include machine learning, natural language processing (NLP), context-aware computing, and computer vision. The AI in supply chain management is primarily used for fleet management, supply chain planning, warehouse management, virtual assistant, risk management, and freight brokerage.

Recent Market JVs and Acquisitions

A decent number of strategic alliances, including M&As, JVs, etc. have been performed over the past few years:

  • In August 2024, Korber AG acquired Mercurygate International Inc. to deliver a comprehensive, innovative, and scalable supply chain execution portfolio by utilizing Mercurygate’s capabilities of transportation management systems (TMS).
  • In March 2024, Blue Yonder acquired One Network Enterprises to strengthen its position as a leading provider of end-to-end supply chain solutions.
  • In March 2024, ArcBest entered into a partnership with NVIDIA to improve supply chain management with new AI “omniverse” products and services.

COVID-19 Impact

The pandemic has accelerated the adoption of AI in supply chain management, enabling businesses to build more resilient supply chains through improved demand forecasting, risk management, and contingency planning.

The pandemic highlighted the need for resilient supply chains capable of adapting to disruptions. The adoption of AI in supply chain management as businesses sought to improve resilience, visibility, and efficiency in the face of disruptions.

Segments Analysis

Segmentations

List of Sub-Segments

Segments with High Growth Opportunity

Offering-Type Analysis

Hardware, Software, and Services

Software is likely to be the dominant as well as the fastest-growing offering type during the forecast period.

Technology-Type Analysis

Machine learning, Natural Language Processing (NLP), Context-Aware Computing, and Computer Vision

Machine Learning is projected to dominate the technology whereas National Language Programming (NLP) is likely to be the fastest-growing technology type.

Application-Type Analysis

Fleet Management, Supply Chain Planning, Warehouse Management, Virtual Assistant, Risk Management, Freight Brokerage, and Others

Supply chain planning is estimated to be the most widely used application for AI in the supply chain management market.

End-User-Type Analysis

Automotive, Aerospace, Logistics, Manufacturing, Retail, Healthcare, Consumer-Packaged Goods, Food & Beverages, and Others

Manufacturing is expected to be the biggest demand generator for AI in supply chain management whereas retail is likely to register the fastest growth in the market.

Regional Analysis

North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World

North America is anticipated to remain the largest market, whereas Asia-Pacific is projected to witness the highest growth during the forecast period.

 

By Offering Type

“Software is expected to maintain its indisputable lead and is likely to grow at the fastest rate for the AI in supply chain management market during the forecast period.”

  • The AI in the supply chain management market is segmented into hardware, software, and services.
  • Software solutions can be customized to various supply chain functions, including demand forecasting, inventory management, transportation optimization, and quality control.
  • The software can easily scale up or down to meet changing business needs, making it a flexible and cost-effective solution.
  • AI software offers powerful analytics and insights critical for optimizing supply chain operations. Predictive analytics, real-time monitoring, and machine learning algorithms aid organizations in making data-driven decisions, improving forecasting, and enhancing operational efficiency.

By Technology Type

“Machine learning's adaptability, maturity, and data-driven approach establish it as the leading technology of the market.”

  • The market is segmented into machine learning (ML), natural language processing (NLP), context-aware computing, and computer vision.
  • ML is inherently data-driven, making it well-suited for supply chain applications, which depend on large amounts of data to make informed decisions.
  • ML can be scaled to handle large datasets and complex models, ensuring that it can meet the needs of even the largest businesses.
  • NLP's ability to automate, analyze, and enhance textual data processing is driving its rapid growth in the AI supply chain management market. NLP-powered chatbots provide automated customer support by answering questions and resolving issues.

By Application Type

Supply chain planning is expected to remain the forerunner of the market throughout the forecast period.

  • The market is segmented into fleet management, supply chain planning, warehouse management, virtual assistant, risk management, freight brokerage, and others.
  • Supply chain planning deals with the major challenges of supply chain management, including demand variability, complexity, cost efficiency, risk management, and customer expectations.
  • AI algorithms can analyze data to predict future demand, helping businesses optimize inventory and production planning.
  • Supply chain planning is projected to experience rapid growth due to increasing complexity in global trade and the necessity for efficient, resilient supply chains to fulfill evolving customer demands and mitigate risks.

By End-User Type

“Manufacturing is projected to remain the dominant, whereas retail is expected to be the fastest-growing end-user of the market during the forecast period.”

  • The market is segmented into automotive, aerospace, logistics, manufacturing, retail, healthcare, consumer-packaged goods, food & beverages, and others.
  • The manufacturing industry is at the forefront of accepting Industry 4.0 initiatives, which highlight the use of AI, IoT, and automation to develop smart factories. These technologies improve productivity, flexibility, and efficiency, leading to increased AI adoption in supply chain management.
  • Manufacturing creates large amounts of data, which AI can use to spot trends, optimize processes, and improve decision-making.
  • The retail industry is expected to register the fastest growth in the upcoming years due to factors such as the rapid expansion of e-commerce, evolving consumer preferences, the necessity for real-time inventory management, and the digital transformation of the retail industry.

Regional Analysis

North America is expected to remain the largest market for AI in supply chain management whereas Asia-Pacific is projected to witness the fastest growth during the forecast period.

  • The region's significant share can be attributed to the presence of developed economies that prioritize enhancing existing supply chain solutions.
  • Additionally, key players in the industry, such as Microsoft Corporation, Inc., Oracle Corporation, Amazon.com Inc., and IBM Corporation, contributed to this share.
  • Asia-Pacific’s rapid economic growth, e-commerce expansion, large consumer market, increased adoption of advanced technologies, complex supply chains, and the need for cost optimization, resilience, and sustainability are the key reasons behind the region’s fastest growth.
  • Increasing adoption of deep learning and Natural Language Processing (NLP) technologies for applications in automotive, retail, and manufacturing industries in the Asia-Pacific region.

Key Players

The market is consolidated with the presence of a few players. Most of the major players compete in some of the governing factors, including price, product & service offerings, regional presence, etc. The following are the key players in the AI in Supply Chain Management Market.

Here is the list of the Top Players (Based on Dominance)

  • Microsoft Corporation, Inc.
  • Oracle Corporation
  • SAP SE
  • IBM Corporation
  • Amazon.com Inc.
  • Google LLC

Note: The above list does not necessarily include all the top players in the market.

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Global, regional, and country-level historical data and forecasts

Which are the most attractive market segments?

Market segment analysis and Forecast

Which are the top players and their market positioning?

Competitive landscape analysis, Market share analysis

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Porter’s five forces analysis, PEST analysis, Life cycle analysis

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

The forecasted value of the AI in supply chain management market is US$ 22.7 billion in 2030.

The AI in supply chain management market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 30.3% by 2030, driven by the increasing volume of big data, the demand for greater visibility and transparency into the supply chain, and AI's ability to analyze data, automate processes, and provide actionable insights.

North America held the largest share of AI in the supply chain management market in 2023. The USA acts as the growth driver for AI in supply chain management fuelled by the presence of major players coupled with the strong technological ecosystem, complex supply chain networks, and high adoption of advanced technologies.

Asia-Pacific is estimated to be the fastest-growing market for AI in supply chain management in the foreseeable future due to China’s and India’s ongoing developments, rapid digitalization, Industry 4.0, and increased adoption of advanced technologies across industries.

The manufacturing industry is estimated to be the pioneer in the market due to its pivotal role in driving economic growth, technological innovation, and supply chain integration while adapting to emerging trends like Industry 4.0.

Microsoft Corporation, Inc., Oracle Corporation, SAP SE, IBM Corporation, Amazon.com Inc., and Google LLC are the leading players for the AI in supply chain management market.