Enabling Data Driven Growth Through Industrial Automation Feasibility Study Consulting

Automation is the backbone of global manufacturing competitiveness. 

As Industry 4.0 accelerates, manufacturers are deploying robotics, IoT, AI-driven control systems, and smart analytics to stay ahead. But despite its promise, automation fails when feasibility is ignored.  

Over 45% of automation projects globally face delays or cost overruns due to poor readiness assessment, infrastructure gaps, or mismatched technology decisions. 

This is why a structured, data-led feasibility study is essential. 

Challenges in Industrial Automation Without Feasibility Planning 

Companies that attempt automation without structured feasibility assessment often encounter avoidable risks. These include: 

• Incorrect Process Selection: Studies show that over 30% of failed automation projects stem from poor process-to-automation fit. 
• Underestimated Infrastructure Requirements: Plants operating with energy efficiency below 60% or inconsistent network reliability frequently see automation downtime. 
• Hidden Integration Costs: Legacy equipment, outdated PLCs/SCADA systems, and siloed IT–OT environments escalate integration costs by 20–40% when not assessed upfront. 
• Workforce Skill Gaps: In many regions, less than 25% of industrial labor is automation-ready. 

Nexdigm’s Industrial Automation Feasibility Study Consulting 

Nexdigm’s Industrial Automation Feasibility Study Consulting Framework helps organizations assess automation potential holistically, combining technical validation, economic modeling, and risk assessment to ensure investments deliver measurable value.

Market & Operational Assessment 

Nexdigm begins with a deep-dive into a manufacturer’s current operations, benchmarking process efficiency against global industrial performance standards. We analyze: 

• Production flow, cycle times, downtime patterns 
• Capacity utilization metrics (often <60% in pre-automation setups) 
• Workforce productivity benchmarks 
• Energy efficiency indicators 
• Automation readiness across the value chain 

This ensures that automation opportunities are rooted in real-world operational data, not assumptions. 

Technology Identification & Benchmarking 

Choosing the wrong automation technology can inflate costs by 20–35%. Nexdigm conducts a vendor-neutral assessment across: 

• Robotic arms & cobots 
• PLC & SCADA systems 
• Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) 
• IoT-based predictive monitoring 
• Digital twins & AI-driven process controls 

We benchmark performance, compatibility, integration difficulty, and lifecycle cost to ensure the right-fit solution. 

Financial Feasibility & ROI Modeling 

Nexdigm develops detailed financial models covering: 

• Capex estimates 
• Operating cost improvements 
• Labor optimization (global studies show 20–40% efficiency gains post-automation) 
• Maintenance savings 
• Sensitivity and scenario-based simulations 

Our ROI models help leadership understand breakeven timelines clearly, typically between 18–36 months for mid-scale manufacturing plants. 

Regulatory, ESG & Safety Assessment 

With over 90+ countries updating industrial compliance rules in the last three years, regulatory misalignment can derail automation initiatives. Nexdigm reviews: 

• Worker safety laws 
• Machinery certifications 
• Data & cybersecurity guidelines 
• Environmental impact norms 
• ESG alignment (carbon, water, energy parameters) 

This ensures automation investments are compliant, safe, and aligned with global sustainability goals. 

Implementation Roadmap & Risk Management 

Nexdigm converts feasibility into action. Our implementation roadmap includes: 

• Automation deployment phases 
• Vendor selection support 
• Integration planning 
• Workforce upskilling strategy 
• Cybersecurity and operational risk assessment 

We identify risks early, ensuring a smooth transition to fully automated operations. 

Nexdigm Case 

Nexdigm helped a global machinery manufacturer choose the right entry route in Southeast Asia, cutting projected setup costs by 10% and securing a compliant, incentive-aligned JV partner. 

To take the next step, simply visit our Request a Consultation page and share your requirements with us.

Harsh Mittal

+91-8422857704

enquiry@nexdigm.com