Businesses can expect to take advantage of mobile robotics in a variety of ways to cut costs and grow profits.
Networked robots used in hazardous, remote, or difficult environments are big business.
As 2005 approaches, these robots will begin to respond intelligently to problems that arise, without constant human supervision. Industrial use of service robots will remain the richest sector. Industry experts expect to see growth in the entertainment and education sectors, simply because the practical requirements for these robots are much lower. Many of their functions are similar to non-robotic toys such as the Tamaguchi pet. Single-function robots are simpler to design, perform better, cost less, and are easier for customers to understand and use.