MES Market to Nearly Double to US$43 Billion by 2036 as Manufacturers Prioritize SaaS, AI Readiness, and Data Context

ABI Research forecasts the Manufacturing Execution System (MES) market will grow from US$22 billion in 2026 to US$43 billion by 2036, expanding at a 7.6% CAGR. The growth is driven by SaaS deployments and manufacturers' shift toward modular, interoperable platforms with AI-enabled operations. Discrete manufacturers show stronger investment intent, with 31% planning upgrades in the next 12 months.