North America Automated Storage & Retrieval System Market

North America Automated Storage & Retrieval System Market Overview:

The North America automated storage & retrieval system market size reached USD 5.90 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 9.86 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 5.90% during 2025-2033. The market is experiencing growth driven by ecommerce expansion, AI integration and advancements in robotics. With increasing demand for efficient and scalable solutions the market is poised for further growth supported by innovation in system types, load handling and application versatility across industries.

North America Automated Storage & Retrieval System Market Trends:

E-Commerce Growth

The rapid development of ecommerce is playing a major role in fueling the implementation of Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (ASRS) in North America. According to the reports published by the Census Bureau, U.S. retail e-commerce sales reached $300.1 Billion in Q3 2024, a rise of 2.6% from Q2. Total retail sales hit $1,849.9 billion, which is 1.3% increase. Year-over-year, e-commerce rose 7.4% while total sales increased 2.1%. E-commerce comprised 16.2% of overall retail sales. With heightened demand for speedy delivery from consumers businesses are depending more and more on automated systems to enhance order fulfillment speed. Automated systems facilitate faster storage, retrieval and management of inventory minimizing processing time as well as errors. With the necessity to handle huge quantities of products and high turnovers ASRS provides scalability, precision and increased throughput. E-commerce giants and logistics companies are investing in these technologies to achieve the increasing expectations for speed, accuracy and cost-efficient operations.

Integration of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

The use of AI and machine learning in Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (ASRS) maximizes efficiency of operations by maximizing storage, retrieval and inventory management. AI algorithms scan real-time sensor and device data, allowing systems to forecast demand, maximize storage location and change retrieval procedures depending on product popularity or order trends. Machine learning algorithms can automatically improve with time recognizing patterns in order flows and inventory cycles minimizing errors and inefficiencies. Not only does this speed up the order fulfillment process but also cuts costs associated with stockouts, overstocking and labor. Businesses are therefore able to attain accelerated, precise and cost-efficient warehouse operations, essential in fulfilling increasing customer expectations in e-commerce. Development of robotic systems designed to optimize various aspects of warehouse operations is also contributing positively to the market growth. For instance, in March 2024, Applied Manufacturing Technologies (AMT) launched ROBiN a Robotic Induction System designed to optimize case induction into automated storage and retrieval systems (ASRS). Utilizing AI and machine vision ROBiN enhances efficiency by accommodating various case sizes and orientations addressing diverse operational needs in the warehousing industry. 

North America Automated Storage & Retrieval System Market Segmentation:

IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the country level for 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on type, load, application and end user.

Type Insights:

• Vertical Lift Modules
• Carousels
  • Horizontal Carousels
  • Vertical Carousels
• Crane-Based
• Vertical Buffer Modules
• Robotic Shuttles
• Floor Robots

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the type. This includes vertical lift modules, carousels (horizontal carousels, vertical carousels), crane-based, vertical buffer modules, robotic shuttles and floor robots.

Load Insights:

• Unit-Load ASRS
• Fixed-Aisle ASRS
• Movable-Aisle ASRS
• Mini-Load ASRS
• Micro-Load ASRS

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the load have also been provided in the report. This includes unit-load ASRS, fixed-aisle ASRS, movable-aisle ASRS, mini-load ASRS and micro-load ASRS.

Application Insights:

• Storage
• Order Picking
• Kitting
• Buffering
• Others

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the application have also been provided in the report. This includes storage, order picking, kitting, buffering and others.

End User Insights:

• Automotive
• Semiconductor and Electronics
• General Manufacturing
• Retail and Warehousing or Logistics
• Aviation
• Chemicals, Rubber and Plastics
• Healthcare and Pharma
• Food and Beverage
• Postal and Parcel
• Others

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the end user have also been provided in the report. This includes automotive, semiconductor and electronics; general manufacturing; retail and warehousing or logistics; aviation; chemicals; rubber and plastics; healthcare and pharma; food and beverage; postal and parcel; and others.

Country Insights:

• United States
• Canada

The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include United States and Canada.

Competitive Landscape:

The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape. Competitive analysis such as market structure, key player positioning, top winning strategies, competitive dashboard, and company evaluation quadrant has been covered in the report. Also, detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided.

North America Automated Storage & Retrieval System Market News:

• In September 2024, Sonepar launched North America's first Automated Cable Cut and Automated Storage and Retrieval System, (ASRS) at Lumen’s Laval, QC, facility, enhancing next-day service capabilities. The remodeled Central Distribution Centre now spans 565,000 sq ft, featuring advanced racking and cutting technologies, supporting Sonepar's goal of 70 automated warehouses by 2026.
• In July 2024, Rapyuta Robotics launched its Automated Storage and Retrieval System (ASRS) in the U.S., leveraging modular design and advanced robotics to enhance logistics efficiency. With up to 10 times higher productivity, the solution aims to address labor challenges and integrate easily into existing warehouse operations as it has in Japan.

North America Automated Storage & Retrieval System Market Report Coverage:

Key Questions Answered in This Report:

• How has the North America automated storage & retrieval system market performed so far and how will it perform in the coming years?
• What is the breakup of the North America automated storage & retrieval system market on the basis of type?
• What is the breakup of the North America automated storage & retrieval system market on the basis of load?
• What are the various stages in the value chain of the North America automated storage & retrieval system market? 
• What are the key driving factors and challenges in the North America automated storage & retrieval system market?
• What is the structure of the North America automated storage & retrieval system market and who are the key players?
• What is the degree of competition in the North America automated storage & retrieval system market? 

Key Benefits for Stakeholders:

• IMARC’s industry report offers a comprehensive quantitative analysis of various market segments, historical and current market trends, market forecasts, and dynamics of the North America automated storage & retrieval system market from 2019-2033.
• The research report provides the latest information on the market drivers, challenges, and opportunities in the North America automated storage & retrieval system market.
• Porter's five forces analysis assist stakeholders in assessing the impact of new entrants, competitive rivalry, supplier power, buyer power, and the threat of substitution. It helps stakeholders to analyze the level of competition within the North America automated storage & retrieval system industry and its attractiveness.
• Competitive landscape allows stakeholders to understand their competitive environment and provides an insight into the current positions of key players in the market.