Just as the shift from manual operation to computer numerical controls (CNC) revolutionized the world turning machine tool markets, so will the trend toward open architecture change this industry in crucial ways. End-users will select software-based open systems (or soft CNCs) because they are more cost effective than proprietary controls and more flexible, allowing networks to merge from anywhere via the Internet. And since soft CNCs employ Windows-based PCs, operators will not need special skills or training. This Frost & Sullivan report includes coverage of the competitive environment, market drivers and restraints, revenue forecasts, and much more.
