Vision Evolution

Machine Vision Technologies in a Decade of Uncertainty
In retrospect, human history is often understood through distinct decades, each with their own character, and the 21st century is no exception. From the early days of 2000 in the aftermath of the internet bubble to the financial crash of 2008/09, ushering in a decade of ultra-low interest rates and loose monetary policy, before the systemic shocks of the Covid-19 pandemic, this decade looks to be defined by a changing economic and geopolitical landscape. The implications for the vision industry may be significant and will certainly offer both opportunities and challenges in varying measures.

Larger companies will certainly be able to find strategic value in specific acquisitions, as well as financial opportunities for private equity investors, but both will require a clear understanding of the competitive landscape, particularly for complex or rapidly developing technology-based products.

New financing terms may see a reduction in relative valuations, as investors factor in the increased cost of capital, but this is expected to be more dramatic in the US markets where venture valuations are typically higher. For the market overall, this may be a medium-term benefit as valuation expectations become more closely aligned with customer value creation.

Summary

Although this decade has started with multiple challenges and renewed global uncertainty, machine vision will certainly remain in focus as an attractive investment topic, an innovative sector, and a technology which will continue to provide real value to end-users.

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