Edge Data Center Market, Opportunity, Growth Drivers, Industry Trend Analysis and Forecast, 2024-2032

Description

The Global Edge Data Center Market will record over 19% CAGR through 2032, propelled by the surge in online services like cloud computing, streaming, e-commerce, and digital communications. As businesses and consumers increasingly turn to online platforms, the demand for data processing and storage at the network's edge intensifies. By positioning edge data centers closer to users, delays are minimized, service quality is enhanced, and overall user experiences are improved. This proximity not only bolsters real-time applications and accelerates data transfers but also alleviates the burden on central data centers.

For example, in January 2024, TA Realty inaugurated a specialized hyperscale data center development division, marking a significant stride in the digital infrastructure realm. Spearheading this initiative is Tim Shaheen, a veteran with over two decades in the data center and IT sectors, previously holding top positions at EdgeConneX and Aligned Data Centers.

The overall Edge Data Center Market is categorized based on Component, Data Center Size, Application, and Region.

The market categorizes data centers into micro data centers, hyperscale/enterprise data centers, and others. In 2023, hyperscale/enterprise data centers captured approximately 45% of the market share. With the expansion of edge computing, the significance of distributed data processing is on the rise. Hyperscale data centers, recognized for their vast size and capacity, adeptly manage extensive data processing and storage, underpinning global cloud services. By situating processing power nearer to end users, these centers facilitate real-time data management with minimal delays. Responding to the burgeoning market demand, key players are unveiling innovative solutions.

The market segments applications into BFSI, colocation, energy, government, healthcare, manufacturing, IT & Telecom, and more. In 2023, the IT and telecom sector generated approximately USD 2.8 billion in revenue. The advent of 5G networks amplifies the demand for edge computing, given 5G's reliance on swift, low-latency data processing. By situating computing resources nearer to users, edge data centers curtail data travel distance, facilitating the ultra-low latency essential for 5G applications like augmented reality, real-time streaming, and autonomous vehicles.

North America led the global edge data center landscape with a commanding share exceeding 40% in 2023. This dominance is fueled by hefty investments from leading tech firms and data center operators. These industry giants are channeling substantial funds into the development and deployment of edge infrastructure, with the dual goals of enhancing data processing capabilities and curtailing latency. Such financial commitments have spurred the establishment of numerous edge data centers throughout the region, paving the way for superior performance and localized data management, especially for cutting-edge technologies like 5G and IoT.

Product Code: 2421

Chapter 1 Methodology and Scope

1.1 Research design
- 1.1.1 Research approach
- 1.1.2 Data collection methods
1.2 Base estimates and calculations
- 1.2.1 Base year calculation
- 1.2.2 Key trends for market estimates
1.3 Forecast model
1.4 Primary research and validation
- 1.4.1 Primary sources
- 1.4.2 Data mining sources
1.5 Market definitions

Chapter 2 Executive Summary

2.1 Industry 360° synopsis, 2021 - 2032

Chapter 3 Industry Insights

3.1 Industry ecosystem analysis
3.2 Supplier landscape
- 3.2.1 Component suppliers
- 3.2.2 Manufacturers
- 3.2.3 Technology providers
- 3.2.4 Network providers
- 3.2.5 Service providers
- 3.2.6 System Integrators
- 3.2.7 Distribution channel analysis
3.3 Profit margin analysis
3.4 Edge data center architecture
3.5 Technology and innovation landscape
3.6 Patent analysis
3.7 Key news and initiatives
3.8 Regulatory landscape
3.9 Impact forces
- 3.9.1 Growth drivers
  - 3.9.1.1 Increasing usage of online services globally
  - 3.9.1.2 Growing demand for edge computing in autonomous vehicle in Europe
  - 3.9.1.3 Rising investment in telecommunication sector in Asia Pacific
  - 3.9.1.4 Growing penetration of colocation data centers in South America
- 3.9.2 Industry pitfalls and challenges
  - 3.9.2.1 High initial investments
  - 3.9.2.2 Security issues in green storage technologies
3.10 Growth potential analysis
3.11 Porter's analysis
3.12 PESTEL analysis

Chapter 4 Competitive Landscape, 2023

4.1 Introduction
4.2 Company market share analysis
4.3 Competitive positioning matrix
4.4 Strategic outlook matrix

Chapter 5 Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Component, 2021 - 2032, ($Bn)

5.1 Key trends
5.2 Solution
- 5.2.1 Cooling
- 5.2.2 Power
  - 5.2.2.1 UPS
- 5.2.3 IT racks and enclosures
- 5.2.4 Networking
- 5.2.5 DCIM
5.3 Services
- 5.3.1 Installation and integration
- 5.3.2 Managed
- 5.3.3 Consulting

Chapter 6 Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Data Centre Size, 2021 - 2032, ($Bn)

6.1 Key trends
6.2 Micro data center
6.3 Hyperscale/enterprise data center
6.4 Others

Chapter 7 Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Application, 2021 - 2032, ($Bn)

7.1 Key trends
7.2 BFSI
7.3 Colocation
7.4 Energy
7.5 Government
7.6 Healthcare
7.7 Manufacturing
7.8 IT and telecom
7.9 Others

Chapter 8 Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Region, 2021 - 2032, ($Bn)

8.1 Key trends
8.2 North America
- 8.2.1 U.S.
- 8.2.2 Canada
- 8.2.3 Mexico
8.3 Europe
- 8.3.1 UK
- 8.3.2 Germany
- 8.3.3 France
- 8.3.4 Spain
- 8.3.5 Poland
- 8.3.6 Benelux
- 8.3.7 Rest of Europe
8.4 Asia Pacific
- 8.4.1 China
- 8.4.2 India
- 8.4.3 Japan
- 8.4.4 Singapore
- 8.4.5 Australia
- 8.4.6 Rest of Asia Pacific
8.5 South America
- 8.5.1 Brazil
- 8.5.2 Colombia
- 8.5.3 Chile
- 8.5.4 Argentina
- 8.5.5 Rest of Latin America
8.6 Middle East and Africa
- 8.6.1 GCC
- 8.6.2 South Africa
- 8.6.3 Rest of MEA

Chapter 9 Company Profiles

9.1 365 Operating Company LLC
9.2 Active Power
9.3 Dell Technologies, Inc.
9.4 Eaton Corporation
9.5 EdgeConnex, Inc.
9.6 EdgeMicro
9.7 EdgePresence
9.8 Flexential Corporation
9.9 Fujitsu Ltd.
9.10 HPE
9.11 Huawie
9.12 IBM Corporation
9.13 Netrality Properties LP
9.14 NVIDIA
9.15 Panduit Corporation
9.16 Rittal
9.17 Servetech Inc.
9.18 Schneider Electric SE
9.19 Smart Edge Data Centers Limited
9.20 Vapor IO, Inc.
9.21 Vertiv Group Co.
9.22 vXchnge Holdings LLC.
9.23 Zella DC