A3 Automation Market Update – Q1 2024

Tim Dawson, Senior Research Director and Principal Analyst, Interact Analysis

Tim has been observing and commentating on the technologies shaping industrial, factory and process automation since 2000. As one of the world’s leading industrial researchers, he helps forward-thinking manufacturing companies identify revenue growth opportunities with cutting-edge market intelligence.

Tim co-founded Interact Analysis after 12 years at IMS Research and 4 years at IHS Markit, where he headed-up the Industrial Automation and Manufacturing Technology research teams. He has presented to thousands of senior executives throughout his 20+ year career, bringing critical insights and disciplined analysis into their decision-making — in particular, the business impact of those technologies. Based in our UK office, Tim heads up our Industrial Automation division. He’s a frequent speaker on all things research at conferences and industry trade shows across the world.

Alex Shikany, Vice President of Membership & Market Intelligence, Association for Advancing Automation (A3)

Alex Shikany is the Vice President of Membership & Business Intelligence at the Association for Advancing Automation (A3). In his position, he researches statistics and trends for global automation markets. Alex is a member of A3’s leadership team, leads membership and business intelligence efforts for the association, and is a frequent speaker at industry events around the world. He earned his bachelor’s degree and MBA from Michigan State University, where he majored in Marketing and Finance. Alex joined A3 in 2012 and has over a decade of experience in marketing, brand strategy, and market research in the automation industry.

Robert McElmurry, Director of Market Intelligence, Association for Advancing Automation (A3)

Robert McElmurry is the Director of Business Intelligence for the Association for Advancing Automation. An expert in the robotics and automation market, Robert has over a decade of experience in the industry. He has collaborated with major robot companies, advising on sales and market strategies. Beyond this, he has consulted with numerous integrators and startups, offering strategic insights and guidance to bolster their success.

Robert has delivered hundreds of presentations on current and future trends in robotics and automation. His skills extend to economic modeling and market analysis. He has been invited as a guest speaker on applied analytics at his alma mater, the Broad College of Business. Passionate about his field, Robert is dedicated to leveraging his expertise to help others thrive and further the progress of the automation industry.