Pittsburgh, PA, September 3, 2025 – AIM Global, the leading international industry association, global authority and resource in automatic identification and data capture (AIDC) technologies and innovations including barcode, biometrics, IoT, NFC, RFID, RTLS, and RAIN, releases its AIDC Industry Direction Report forecasting global industry sales and purchasing expectations of solutions providers and customers across multiple vertical markets.
AIDC technologies have a clear path for growth at a time when other enterprise technology priorities are shifting and business confidence is fragile. Motivation to become more responsive and to protect against supply chain disruption has enterprises exploring many digitalization strategies. Patti Blessing, AIM Board Vice Chair and Senior Sales Manager, RFID Retail and Hospitality for Zebra Technologies, shared: “The insights in this report can help business leaders decide which technologies are most relevant to their companies by demonstrating how others are starting to apply them today.”
The global technology landscape is undergoing significant shifts, propelled by fast-moving innovations in technologies. Organizations are actively exploring how they can integrate artificial intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT), robotics, vision, 5G and other advanced automation capabilities into their IT, manufacturing, supply chain, and customer service operations, which is resulting in difficult decisions as leaders look for budgets to cut to help fund new digitalization programs.
“Backed by in-depth research and expert analysis, this report empowers industry leaders with actionable intelligence for strategic planning and competitive advantage. AIM remains committed to collaborating with stakeholders, regulators, and standards organizations to bolster supply chains, achieve market access, and drive innovation. Our industry stands ready to continue powering these technologies of today and tomorrow,” expressed Mary Lou Bosco, CEO, AIM Global. The AIM Industry Direction Report is available free to AIM and AIM Chapter Members by contacting AIM. Non-members may purchase a copy for a nominal fee. For more information, please visit here.