Software Defined Infrastructure Market Size
| Study Period | 2019 - 2029 |
| Base Year For Estimation | 2023 |
| CAGR | 22.80 % |
| Fastest Growing Market | Asia-Pacific |
| Largest Market | North America |
| Market Concentration | Medium |
Major Players
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
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Software Defined Infrastructure Market Analysis
The Global Software Defined Networking Market is valued at USD 11.91 billion in the current year and is expected to register a CAGR of 22.8% during the forecast period to become USD 33.25 billion by the next five years. The rising digital transformation through data as well as networking technologies, such as blockchain, IoT, cognitive, and advanced analytics, strengthens the overall adoption of connectivity advances in various industries, which in turn is driving the market significantly.
- The development of the global software-defined networking market is fuelled by key factors like a surge in the adoption of cloud computing, an increase in investments in software-defined networking function virtualization, especially to minimize the capital expenditure & operating expenses, and a rise in the need for various mobility services. The surge in the acceptance of cloud computing solutions in the SDN network plays a crucial role in improving the overall operability, security, and network manageability in advanced data centers.
- Moreover, the rising investments by various telecom service providers in 5G infrastructure would help to improve connectivity and maximize the deployment of SDN solutions. Also, the evolution of the 5G infrastructure network would help boost the SDN market's growth. According to 5G Americas, as of 2023, there are around 1.9 billion 5G subscriptions worldwide. It is anticipated to increase to about 2.8 billion by the end of the year 2024 and 5.9 billion by 2027, which in turn is expected to drive the market considerably.
- Also, the enterprise's propensity toward digitalization further propels the demand for robust network services. Many companies are looking to enhance their overall network capabilities, which is where Software Defined Network is gaining traction. For instance, in February 2023, ETSI Open Source Group TeraFlowSDN declared the 2nd launch of TeraFlowSDN controller, a robust and innovative SDN controller and orchestrator. TeraFlowSDN Release 2 delivers validated and extended support for slicing end-to-end transport networks over various domains.
- However, the lack of experienced and skilled network engineers and the rise in security risks and attack threats can restrict market growth throughout the forecast period.
- Since the outbreak of COVID-19, the demand for cloud-based solutions significantly grew owing to remote working models being adopted by enterprises. With the rising remote working model, companies maximized investments in cloud-based analytics and assurance, edge computing, and AI-powered networking technologies, which were expected to boost the studied market.
Software Defined Infrastructure Market Trends
Telecom and Cloud-Based Service Provider is expected to witness a significant growth
- Software-defined networking is widely used in the IT and telecommunication industry due to advantages such as data traffic control and easily manageable large networks. The advancement of communication technologies, increased data consumption, the expansion of smartphone use, and the rise of internet traffic as a result of IoT/M2M connectivity together drive the adoption of software-defined networking in the telecommunications industry.
- Enterprises are striving to run their IT infrastructure efficiently and find ways to manage and operate their networks effectively. Enterprises are modernizing traditional IT techniques on commodity hardware, such as storage, computing, and networking, especially to incorporate cloud technologies that allow rapid deployment and development of new network services. With an increasing number of cloud-based applications across enterprises, cloud-based services are becoming significantly popular.
- Over the past decade, the total adoption of cloud computing has been rising mainly due to the increasing investments from small and medium enterprises. The cloud-based services are becoming prominent as the number of cloud-based apps in organizations grows. The overall usage of cloud computing has increased over the last decade, which is primarily due to the increased expenditures from small and medium-sized businesses.
- Moreover, various companies in the industry are parting to launch SDN solutions. For instance, in October 2022, EdgeQ Inc., a provider of 5G wireless infrastructure, and Vodafone, a global telecoms mobile operator in Open Radio Access Networks, collaborated to create the next-generation, software-programmable 5G ORAN systems. The partnership would utilize ORAN to provide the world's first open programmable, completely in-line L1 accelerator card to support multi-carrier, massive MIMO. To handle the 5G macro cell deployments, this massively integrated architecture converges the whole 4G/5G Physical layer into a single card.
- Additionally, In March 2022, Nokia declared that it was chosen exclusively to collaborate with Vodafone on creating software-defined network manager and controller (SDN-M&C) solutions for the multi-access fixed network technology of the company. Both companies are performing proof-of-concept studies in Europe under the terms of the partnership.
North America to Hold the Highest Market Share
- The North American region plays a very crucial role in terms of enhancing the growth of the software-defined network service market. It is mainly because of factors like the Inclining toward acceptance and implementation of advanced technology, development in network automation, the rise in the number of cloud-based services, and many others. Over the next five years, most IT teams are expected to increasingly adopt NaaS as suppliers provide hybrid offerings that involve software, cloud intelligence, and the alternative for the management of on-premises hardware devices.
- Moreover, substantial growth in connected and mobile devices is spiking the rise in the overall demand for enhanced network services. Since the United States has always stayed at the forefront of technology adoption, the region has witnessed the maximum adoption of connected devices, driving the market's growth opportunities significantly.
- Major companies in the region are collaborating and launching various solutions to remain competitive in the market. For instance, in June 2022, Kyndryl, the world's significant IT infrastructure services provider, and Cisco declared a technology partnership to help and assist enterprise customers boost their transformation into data-driven businesses mainly powered by Cisco solutions and Kyndryl managed services. Kyndryl and Cisco would also develop new private cloud services and networks, as well as edge computing solutions, software-defined networking solutions, and multi-network wide area network offerings delivered in an environment with various advanced security capabilities.
- Moreover, the increase in 5G rollouts and telecom companies across the region is playing a significant role in terms of driving market growth significantly. Also, the presence of various crucial SDN providers and the quick shift to 5G networks in this region positively impact the SDN market adoption. Further, the surge in the collaborations between 5G tech firms is becoming more common in the market for 5G technologies. This is mainly due to the firm's focus on building a solid 5G infrastructure and supporting creative platforms by pooling their resources, expertise, technology, and costs.
- Further, in June 2022, Qualcomm, a semiconductor firm located in the United States, acquired Cellwize Wireless Technologies Pte. Ltd. This acquisition is intended to improve Qualcomm Technologies' 5G network infrastructure, which would power the connected, intelligent edge, fuel the digital transformation of the sectors, and assist the rise of the cloud economy which in turn will augment the market growth drastically.
Software Defined Infrastructure Industry Overview
The Global Software Defined Networking market is moderately competitive and comprises major players. In terms of market share, few key market players currently dominate the market. However, the massive adoption of cloud computing and blockchain is increasing the market's overall demand. Many companies are maximizing their market presence by securing new contracts and tapping new markets.
In April 2023, CoreSite, a significant hybrid IT solutions provider and subsidiary of American Tower Corporation, declared the introduction of new enhanced network services to its software-defined networking platform, the Open Cloud Exchange. The new services would automate the additional provisioning functionality within the Oracle Cloud Infrastructure and direct its cloud-to-cloud communication capabilities on CoreSite's fully managed virtual routers.
In July 2022, Vodafone upgraded its software-defined networking (SDN) to integrate several supplier elements and modernize its worldwide transport network. Hundreds of millions of consumers, as well as independent internet and content providers, were served by this network, which coordinated all of the telco's mobile, fixed, and voice traffic across 28 nations on four continents.
Software Defined Infrastructure Market Leaders
Cisco Systems
VMware
Dell EMC
HPE
Juniper Networks
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
Software Defined Infrastructure Market News
- February 2023: The international communications platform company BICS has intensified its network with a new SDN controller established by Nokia. The new intelligence module primarily automates optimal traffic routing on the network, developing the overall performance for users while laying the groundwork for 5G network slicing. The new SDN controller would also manage flow and capacity routing throughout its global network.
- July 2023: The ActivePort Group, a significant provider in the software-defined networking sector, declared the introduction of the Global Edge Network-as-a-Service (NaaS) platform. Global Edge is set to revolutionize how businesses operate and build their data networks by providing a self-service, fully automated portal to build, design, and manage networks.
Software Defined Infrastructure Market Report - Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition
1.2 Scope of the Study
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
4. MARKET DYNAMICS
4.1 Market Overview
4.2 Industry Attractiveness-Porter's Five Forces Analysis
4.2.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.2.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers
4.2.3 Threat of New Entrants
4.2.4 Threat of Substitute Products
4.2.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
4.3 Assessment of COVID-19 Impact on the market
4.4 Industry Ecosystem Analysis
4.5 Key Usecases
4.6 Technology Analysis
4.6.1 IoT and Edge Computing
4.6.2 Security
4.6.3 Cloud Computing
4.7 Market Drivers
4.7.1 Rising investment toward automation of network infrastructure
4.7.2 Increasing adoption of IoT and cloud services
4.8 Market Challenges
4.8.1 Lack of skilled workforce
4.8.2 Security risks and attack threats
4.9 Adjacent Market Analysis
4.9.1 SD-WAN
4.9.1.1 Market estimation and forecast
4.9.1.2 Growth opportunities and challenges
4.9.1.3 Key vendor developments
4.9.2 Secure Access Service Edge (SASE)
4.9.2.1 Market estimation and forecast
4.9.2.2 Growth opportunities and challenges
4.9.2.3 Key vendor developments
5. MARKET SEGMENTATION
5.1 By Organization size
5.1.1 SMEs
5.1.2 Large Enterprises
5.2 By End User
5.2.1 BFSI
5.2.2 Healthcare
5.2.3 Retail
5.2.4 Telecom and Cloud Service Providers
5.2.5 Manufacturing
5.2.6 Education
5.2.7 Other End Users
5.3 By Geography
5.3.1 North America
5.3.2 Europe
5.3.3 Asia-Pacific
5.3.4 Latin America
5.3.5 Middle East & Africa
6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
6.1 Company Profiles
6.1.1 Cisco Systems
6.1.2 VMware
6.1.3 Dell EMC
6.1.4 HPE
6.1.5 Juniper Networks
6.1.6 Fortinet
6.1.7 Huawei Technologies
6.1.8 Barracuda Networks
6.1.9 Versa Networks
6.1.10 Arista Networks
- *List Not Exhaustive
7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS
Software Defined Infrastructure Industry Segmentation
Software-defined networking is a networking approach that mainly utilizes software-based controllers or application programming interfaces (APIs), especially to communicate with the underlying hardware infrastructure and route traffic over the network.
The Global Software Defined Networking Market is segmented by organization size (SMEs, Large Enterprises), By End-User (BFSI, Healthcare, Retail, Telecom and Cloud Service Provider, Manufacturing, Education), and By Geography (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East & Africa). The market sizes and forecasts are provided in terms of value in USD for all the above segments.
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Software Defined Infrastructure Market Research FAQs
What is the current Global Software Defined Networking Market size?
The Global Software Defined Networking Market is projected to register a CAGR of 22.80% during the forecast period (2024-2029)
Who are the key players in Global Software Defined Networking Market?
Cisco Systems, VMware, Dell EMC, HPE and Juniper Networks are the major companies operating in the Global Software Defined Networking Market.
Which is the fastest growing region in Global Software Defined Networking Market?
Asia-Pacific is estimated to grow at the highest CAGR over the forecast period (2024-2029).
Which region has the biggest share in Global Software Defined Networking Market?
In 2024, the North America accounts for the largest market share in Global Software Defined Networking Market.
What years does this Global Software Defined Networking Market cover?
The report covers the Global Software Defined Networking Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the Global Software Defined Networking Market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029.
Software-Defined Infrastructure Industry Report
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