Preparing the published article.
Regional Demand Patterns in Robotics
The same technology sells differently by region.
What drives regional differences
- Dominant industries and their labour costs.
- Available engineering and maintenance skills.
- Support programmes for automation investment.
- Energy and utility costs affecting payback.
Implications
| Pattern | Supplier response |
|---|---|
| High labour cost, tight skills | Lead with payback and reliability |
| Cost-sensitive, abundant labour | Lead with price and ease of use |
| Policy-supported region | Support the customer's application paperwork |