Capgemini Report on Physical AI
Analysis based on 6 articles · First reported Apr 16, 2026 · Last updated Apr 21, 2026
The report by Capgemini Research Institute highlights the growing importance of Physical AI, suggesting significant future investment and technological advancements in robotics. This could lead to increased R&D spending and M&A activity in the technology and manufacturing sectors, positively impacting companies involved in AI and robotics development.
The Capgemini Research Institute, a part of Capgemini, published a report titled 'Physical AI: Taking human-robot collaboration to the next level' on April 16, 2026. The report explores the impact of Physical AI on robotics and its potential value for businesses, marking a shift from automation to autonomous action in the real world. A global survey of 1,678 executives revealed that 79% are already engaging with Physical AI, with two-thirds rating it as a high priority for the next three to five years. Executives believe Physical AI will enable robotics adoption in previously impossible areas and support reindustrialization efforts in regions like the United States and Europe. Key drivers for investment include labor shortages and the need for improved flexibility and safety. While optimism is widespread, challenges such as technical immaturity, high costs, and societal acceptance, particularly for humanoid robots, persist. Pascal Brier of Capgemini emphasized the convergence of AI, data, and engineering maturity as crucial for scaling Physical AI responsibly.
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