The global programmable logic controller (PLC) market size was worth around USD 11.69 Billion in 2023 and is predicted to grow to around USD 17.88 Billion by 2033 with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.34% between 2023 and 2033. The PLC market is driven by growing industrial automation, convergence of Industry 4.0 and IoT, growing demand in energy and utilities, technological developments in PLC, cost-effectiveness, regulatory aspects, and growing adoption in emerging markets, enhancing operational efficiency.