Real-time Location Systems (RTLS) Market in Manufacturing & Automotive

The RTLS market in manufacturing & automotive is projected to grow from USD 1.19 billion in 2025 to USD 2.94 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 19.9% from 2025 to 2030. The RTLS market in the manufacturing and automotive sectors is experiencing rapid growth as factories and automotive plants increasingly adopt location-aware systems to streamline production, enhance traceability, and improve safety. Real-time tracking of tools, work-in-progress (WIP), parts, AGVs, and workers helps manufacturers enhance operational reliability, cut down unplanned downtime, and increase throughput on busy shop floors. The growing focus on automation, predictive maintenance, and digital workflows, driven by Industry 4.0 initiatives, is accelerating RTLS deployments across assembly lines, warehouses, and quality-critical settings. As manufacturers seek higher productivity, lower defect rates, and stricter compliance, scalable RTLS platforms are becoming crucial for enabling synchronized, data-driven operations across global plants.

Major players operating in the RTLS market in the manufacturing & automotive sectors include Securitas AB (Sweden), Zebra Technologies Corporation (US), Impinj, Inc. (US), Siemens (Germany), TeleTracking Technologies, Inc. (US), and Qorvo Inc. (US). These companies continue to strengthen their market leadership and expand their global presence through launching advanced RTLS solutions, forming strategic partnerships with ecosystem stakeholders, and acquiring niche technology providers. Their focus remains on enhancing product portfolios, increasing accuracy and scalability, and meeting the evolving demands of industries such as healthcare, manufacturing, logistics, and transportation. In September 2024, Quuppa and ZulaFly established a strategic partnership to combine Quuppa’s high-precision RTLS technology with ZulaFly’s advanced healthcare asset and staff safety platform, aiming to transform real-time location services in healthcare settings.

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Securitas AB, headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, is a leading global security solutions provider offering services such as on-site guarding, mobile patrols, electronic security, remote monitoring, and risk management. With operations in over 40 countries and a workforce exceeding 300,000, the company maintains a strong footprint across Europe and North America. Through strategic acquisitions, Securitas has strengthened its technology portfolio via Securitas Technology and Securitas Healthcare, enabling the company to deliver advanced, technology-driven solutions, including real-time location systems (RTLS).

Zebra Technologies Corp. is a prominent global provider of AIDC and RTLS solutions, operating primarily through its Asset Intelligence & Tracking division. The company delivers scalable RTLS platforms that leverage Wi-Fi, RFID, BLE, and UWB technologies to enable precise, real-time tracking of assets, equipment, and personnel across various industries, including healthcare, manufacturing, logistics, retail, and transportation. Supported by an extensive portfolio of tags, beacons, readers, and software, Zebra offers comprehensive end-to-end solutions that enhance location visibility, optimize workflows, strengthen asset security, and elevate operational efficiency for organizations worldwide.

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The RTLS market in manufacturing & automotive is comparatively competitive, with key participants including Securitas AB (Sweden), Zebra Technologies Corp. (US), Impinj, Inc. (US), Siemens (Germany), and Qorvo Inc. (US). Securitas AB leverages its strong global presence and specialized divisions, Securitas Technology and Securitas Healthcare, to deliver industry-leading, scalable RTLS solutions across commercial and healthcare environments. Zebra Technologies Corp. maintains a robust position through its diversified portfolio of hardware and software platforms, integrating multiple location technologies to address the varied needs of different industries. Impinj, Inc. drives innovation in passive RFID-based RTLS solutions, enabling cost-effective, high-volume asset tracking across logistics, retail, and healthcare. Collectively, these companies shape the competitive landscape through continued investment in technology innovation, ecosystem partnerships, and expansion into high-growth application segments.

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Real-time Location Systems (RTLS) Market in Manufacturing & Automotive by Offering (Tags/Badges, Readers/Trackers/Access Points), Technology (RFID, Wi-Fi, UWB, BLE, Infrared, Ultrasound, GPS, Zigbee), Application (Inventory Tracking, Personnel Tracking) - Forecast to 2030

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