One in three SMEs in Spain already incorporates robots in its day to day. And it is not just mechanical arms or repetitive tasks: 75% of these companies already work with robotic solutions assisted by artificial intelligence (AI). This is revealed by a new study of Reichelt Elektronikthat confirms the progress of a transformation that is redefining the Spanish industrial fabric.
Far from being an exclusive technology of large corporations, intelligent robotics is making its way in smaller companies. And he is doing it by the hand of an increasingly accessible, flexible and adapted to the needs of production at a human scale.
Smart robots: The new allied of productivity
Traditional automation falls short to explain what is happening. Today, robots not only execute repetitive tasks; They also learn, adapt, analyze data in real time and collaborate safely with human operators. These capacities, promoted by AI, are allowing small and medium enterprises to access levels of efficiency and competitiveness previously reserved for large factories.
The report of Reichelt Elektronikfocused on industrial SMEs with up to 249 employees, reveals that 36% have already incorporated robotics in their operations. Of that group, three out of four have taken another step: they use systems assisted by artificial intelligence. 24% do so regularly; 51%, through pilot tests, and 14% prepare to do so in next year.
“Spain has great potential regarding industrial innovation. Robotics is ceasing to be a promise to become a tool that brings real value in smaller companies,” says Christian Reinwald, director of Product Management and Marketing in Reichelt Elektronik. “With adequate resources and advances, SMEs can automate key tasks, increase productivity and be highly competitive globally.”
AI and Robotics: Future pillars for industry
The potential of this technology goes beyond the present. According to the study, 58% of SMEs trust that, in the next five years, robotics assisted by AI will be able to manage production processes even more autonomously. In addition, 52% believe that these systems will be easier to implement and program, and 41% expect significant improvements in quality control.
Sectors such as engineering, manufacturing, automotive or technology are already seeing results. The ability to climb, customize processes and adapt quickly to market changes places AI as one of the key engines of industrial growth.
Far from being a passing fad, the integration of intelligent robotics into Spanish SMEs points to a structural change. Not only in how it occurs, but how it competes.
