Edge Data Center Market by Components, Facility Size, Verticals

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[180 Pages Report] The Edge Data Center Market size was estimated at USD 9.17 billion in 2023 and expected to reach USD 10.83 billion in 2024, at a CAGR 19.15% to reach USD 31.28 billion by 2030.

Edge data centers refer to smaller facilities located close to the customers they serve. They are an extension of traditional data centers and cloud networks designed to deliver data and applications to users with minimal latency. The primary goal of an edge data center is to bring the computing power and data storage closer to the end-user to reduce response times and bandwidth usage. Growth in the edge data center market is driven by factors such as the exponential growth in data consumption, the need for low latency in various applications, and the rapid expansion of IoT devices. Moreover, the shift towards 5G networks amplifies the demand for edge computing solutions to handle the vast influx of data efficiently. However, the edge data center market faces challenges, including the complexities associated with the management and interconnectivity of distributed architectures. Additionally, security concerns associated with the possibility of cyberattacks and data breaches impede the utilization of edge data centers. However, key players are investing in key areas, including improving energy efficiency and thermal management, developing advanced security protocols, and offering scalable solutions to accommodate varying sizes and demands of businesses to improve data security, sustainability, and integration capabilities. Research in automation for maintenance and deployment, along with AI integration for operational enhancement, also stands out as promising areas that could propel industry growth.

KEY MARKET STATISTICS
Base Year [2023]	USD 9.17 billion
Estimated Year [2024]	USD 10.83 billion
Forecast Year [2030]	USD 31.28 billion
CAGR (%)	19.15%

Components: Advancements to improve the solutions of edge data centers

The services in the edge data center market incorporate a variety of support and maintenance activities that are crucial for the smooth operation of edge computing infrastructure. Services typically include consulting, installation, support, and maintenance, provided both onsite and remotely. Expert consulting services are crucial in navigating the complexity of edge data centers, providing vital strategic insights to optimize infrastructure efficiency and performance. Integration and implementation services ensure that the edge data center strategies are executed with precision, aligning technology deployment with business objectives for seamless operations. Moreover, managed services offer continuous oversight, operational excellence, and maintenance capabilities, empowering businesses to focus on core competencies while entrusting the technical operation to seasoned professionals. Solutions pertain to the hardware and software specifically designed to deliver enhanced computing capabilities closer to the location of data generation and use. The cooling system is of paramount importance, given its role in maintaining optimal operational temperature, thereby ensuring the longevity and reliability of critical equipment. Data center infrastructure management (DCIM) platforms provide a comprehensive view of a data center's performance, optimizing resource allocation and facilitating predictive maintenance. Networking equipment in edge data centers also plays a crucial role, as it must deliver unparalleled connectivity and support a plethora of devices and applications. Power management is integral to the seamless operation of edge data centers as reliable power supplies safeguard operations against interruptions.

Facility Size: Preference for large facility data centers to process large amounts of data

Large facility-edge data centers are typically characterized by their expansive physical infrastructure and considerable power capacities. These facilities are often employed by large enterprises or as regional hubs by service providers to process substantial volumes of data close to data sources or user populations. The inclination toward large facilities typically stems from the necessity to handle intense computing tasks, requiring high levels of power and cooling systems. Businesses with extensive on-site data processing requirements, those dealing with high-volume user traffic, or those offering complex real-time analytics may prefer large facilities. This sector usually attracts companies with vast amounts of data to process, such as video streaming services, cloud providers, and Internet of Things (IoT) platforms requiring high-performance computing. Small and medium facility edge data centers are geared towards organizations that require localized data processing but on a smaller scale compared to large facilities. These data centers are distributed more widely to bring computing resources closer to the end-users. They facilitate lower latency and are more agile, catering to smart cities, local IoT initiatives, or regional business operations. These facilities are best suited for organizations seeking to implement edge computing without the need for extensive infrastructure. Small to medium-sized businesses, educational institutions, and healthcare providers may find these facilities attractive due to their proximity to end-users and the resulting performance benefits.

Verticals: Expanding demand for edge data centers in the IT & telecom sector to facilitate data-intensive operations

The automotive industry is increasingly integrating edge computing to enhance vehicle capabilities and process data in near real-time. The need for low-latency computing for autonomous vehicles, real-time analytics, and the proliferation of in-vehicle infotainment systems have led to edge data centers being critical for this vertical. The banking, financial services & insurance (BFSI) sector employs edge data centers to process sensitive data closer to the point of transaction, ensuring security, compliance, and speed. A need-based preference within this sector is toward cyber-security measures, regulatory compliance, and real-time transaction processing. With the exponential growth of online gaming & entertainment services, edge data centers facilitate low-latency experiences critical to this industry. The preference in this vertical is for high-bandwidth connections and the ability to provide content at lightning-fast speeds. For government and education sectors, edge data centers are deployed to process large amounts of data for smart city projects, distance learning, and more. Privacy and data sovereignty are of paramount importance in these sectors. In healthcare and life sciences, edge data centers support the massive data needs from IoT devices, telemedicine, and medical research, focusing on data privacy and real-time processing. IT & telecom industries are the primary users of edge data centers due to their need for latency-sensitive and bandwidth-intensive applications, and these sectors prioritize scalability and connectivity. Edge data centers in manufacturing are integral for handling the vast amount of data generated by smart factories and industrial IoT (IIoT). Key features required in this vertical include real-time data analytics and machine learning capabilities. Retail and eCommerce businesses utilize edge data centers to analyze consumer behavior, manage inventory, and offer personalized shopping experiences. The focus is on speed, reliability, and personalization.

Regional Insights

The Americas region, particularly the U.S. and Canada, represents an advanced region for edge data centers due to the presence of a developed technological architecture, innovations in data center solutions by key players, and constant advancements in the field of 5G and AI technologies. Consumer need in this region is largely propelled by the rising demand for real-time data processing and low-latency networking required for applications such as IoT, autonomous vehicles, and AI-driven analytics. EU countries exhibit a keen interest in edge data centers due to stringent data sovereignty laws and initiatives for digital transformation. Investments in regions such as the Nordics are bolstered by the availability of renewable energy sources and favorable climate conditions for data center cooling. EU initiatives, such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), have profound implications on data processing and storage, thereby influencing customer choices. There is also an increase in smart city initiatives and the adoption of smart manufacturing practices, which require edge computing for optimal performance. The APAC region, including China, Japan, and India, is a rapidly advancing sector for edge data centers due to the vast population and burgeoning technology industry. The presence of a robust startup ecosystem also requires the services of edge data centers. Government initiatives for digitalization and automation also drive innovation in the field of edge data centers.

FPNV Positioning Matrix

The FPNV Positioning Matrix is pivotal in evaluating the Edge Data Center Market. It offers a comprehensive assessment of vendors, examining key metrics related to Business Strategy and Product Satisfaction. This in-depth analysis empowers users to make well-informed decisions aligned with their requirements. Based on the evaluation, the vendors are then categorized into four distinct quadrants representing varying levels of success: Forefront (F), Pathfinder (P), Niche (N), or Vital (V).

Market Share Analysis

The Market Share Analysis is a comprehensive tool that provides an insightful and in-depth examination of the current state of vendors in the Edge Data Center Market. By meticulously comparing and analyzing vendor contributions in terms of overall revenue, customer base, and other key metrics, we can offer companies a greater understanding of their performance and the challenges they face when competing for market share. Additionally, this analysis provides valuable insights into the competitive nature of the sector, including factors such as accumulation, fragmentation dominance, and amalgamation traits observed over the base year period studied. With this expanded level of detail, vendors can make more informed decisions and devise effective strategies to gain a competitive edge in the market.

Key Company Profiles

The report delves into recent significant developments in the Edge Data Center Market, highlighting leading vendors and their innovative profiles. These include 365 Data Centers, Amazon Web Services, Inc., American Tower Corporation, AtlasEdge Data Centres, Broadcom, Inc., Cisco Systems, Inc., CommScope Holding Company, Inc., Compass Datacenters, DartPoints, Dell Inc., Digital Realty Trust Inc., Eaton Corporation PLC, Edge Centres Pty Ltd., EdgeConneX, Inc., EdgePresence by Ubiquity, Equinix, Inc., Flexential Corporation, Fujitsu Limited, Google LLC by Alphabet Inc., H5 Data Centers, Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company, HostDime Global Corp., Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd., International Business Machines Corporation, Lumen Technologies, Inc., Microsoft Corporation, NEC Corporation, Nvidia Corporation, Oracle Corporation, Penta C.V., Rittal GmbH & Co. KG, SAP SE, Schneider Electric SE, The Siemon Company, Vapor IO, Inc., Vertiv Group Corporation, and Zhejiang Dusun Electron Co., Ltd..

Market Segmentation & Coverage

This research report categorizes the Edge Data Center Market to forecast the revenues and analyze trends in each of the following sub-markets:

Components
- Services
  - Consulting
  - Integration & Implementation
  - Managed

Solutions
- Cooling System
- Data Center Infrastructure Management & Analytics
- Networking Equipment
- Power Management

Facility Size
- Large Facility
- Small & Medium Facility

Verticals
- Automotive
- Banking Financial Services & Insurance
- Gaming & Entertainment
- Government & Education
- Healthcare & Lifesciences
- IT & Telecom
- Manufacturing
- Retail & eCommerce

Region
- Americas
  - Argentina
  - Brazil
  - Canada
  - Mexico
  - United States
    - California
    - Florida
    - Illinois
    - New York
    - Ohio
    - Pennsylvania
    - Texas
- Asia-Pacific
  - Australia
  - China
  - India
  - Indonesia
  - Japan
  - Malaysia
  - Philippines
  - Singapore
  - South Korea
  - Taiwan
  - Thailand
  - Vietnam

Europe, Middle East & Africa
- Denmark
- Egypt
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Israel
- Italy
- Netherlands
- Nigeria
- Norway
- Poland
- Qatar
- Russia
- Saudi Arabia
- South Africa
- Spain
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- Turkey
- United Arab Emirates
- United Kingdom

The report offers valuable insights on the following aspects:

1. Market Penetration: It presents comprehensive information on the market provided by key players.

2. Market Development: It delves deep into lucrative emerging markets and analyzes the penetration across mature market segments.

3. Market Diversification: It provides detailed information on new product launches, untapped geographic regions, recent developments, and investments.

4. Competitive Assessment & Intelligence: It conducts an exhaustive assessment of market shares, strategies, products, certifications, regulatory approvals, patent landscape, and manufacturing capabilities of the leading players.

5. Product Development & Innovation: It offers intelligent insights on future technologies, R&D activities, and breakthrough product developments.

The report addresses key questions such as:

1. What is the market size and forecast of the Edge Data Center Market?

2. Which products, segments, applications, and areas should one consider investing in over the forecast period in the Edge Data Center Market?

3. What are the technology trends and regulatory frameworks in the Edge Data Center Market?

4. What is the market share of the leading vendors in the Edge Data Center Market?

5. Which modes and strategic moves are suitable for entering the Edge Data Center Market?

Product Code: MRR-5A2C6AA66A11

1. Preface

1.1. Objectives of the Study
1.2. Market Segmentation & Coverage
1.3. Years Considered for the Study
1.4. Currency & Pricing
1.5. Language
1.6. Stakeholders

2. Research Methodology

2.1. Define: Research Objective
2.2. Determine: Research Design
2.3. Prepare: Research Instrument
2.4. Collect: Data Source
2.5. Analyze: Data Interpretation
2.6. Formulate: Data Verification
2.7. Publish: Research Report
2.8. Repeat: Report Update

3. Executive Summary

4. Market Overview

5. Market Insights

5.1. Market Dynamics
- 5.1.1. Drivers
  - 5.1.1.1. Rising IP Traffic Worldwide Necessitates Improved Broadband and Internet Mediums
  - 5.1.1.2. Growing Adoption of Colocation Services from SMEs to Avoid Large Upfront Costs
- 5.1.2. Restraints
  - 5.1.2.1. Issues in Connecting to Edge Data Centers
- 5.1.3. Opportunities
  - 5.1.3.1. Favorable Investment and Rapid Commercialization of 5G Infrastructure Investment
  - 5.1.3.2. Growing Popularity of Online Streaming and Gaming Services
- 5.1.4. Challenges
  - 5.1.4.1. Concerns Associated with Data Privacy and Security Breaches in Edge Data Centers
5.2. Market Segmentation Analysis
- 5.2.1. Components: Advancements to improve the solutions of edge data centers
- 5.2.2. Facility Size: Preference for large facility data centers to process large amounts of data
- 5.2.3. Verticals: Expanding demand for edge data centers in the IT & telecom sector to facilitate data-intensive operations
5.3. Market Trend Analysis
5.4. Cumulative Impact of Russia-Ukraine Conflict
5.5. Cumulative Impact of High Inflation
5.6. Porter's Five Forces Analysis
- 5.6.1. Threat of New Entrants
- 5.6.2. Threat of Substitutes
- 5.6.3. Bargaining Power of Customers
- 5.6.4. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- 5.6.5. Industry Rivalry
5.7. Value Chain & Critical Path Analysis
5.8. Regulatory Framework Analysis
5.9. Client Customization

6. Edge Data Center Market, by Components

6.1. Introduction
6.2. Services
6.3. Solutions

7. Edge Data Center Market, by Facility Size

7.1. Introduction
7.2. Large Facility
7.3. Small & Medium Facility

8. Edge Data Center Market, by Verticals

8.1. Introduction
8.2. Automotive
8.3. Banking Financial Services & Insurance
8.4. Gaming & Entertainment
8.5. Government & Education
8.6. Healthcare & Lifesciences
8.7. IT & Telecom
8.8. Manufacturing
8.9. Retail & eCommerce

9. Americas Edge Data Center Market

9.1. Introduction
9.2. Argentina
9.3. Brazil
9.4. Canada
9.5. Mexico
9.6. United States

10. Asia-Pacific Edge Data Center Market

10.1. Introduction
10.2. Australia
10.3. China
10.4. India
10.5. Indonesia
10.6. Japan
10.7. Malaysia
10.8. Philippines
10.9. Singapore
10.10. South Korea
10.11. Taiwan
10.12. Thailand
10.13. Vietnam

11. Europe, Middle East & Africa Edge Data Center Market

11.1. Introduction
11.2. Denmark
11.3. Egypt
11.4. Finland
11.5. France
11.6. Germany
11.7. Israel
11.8. Italy
11.9. Netherlands
11.10. Nigeria
11.11. Norway
11.12. Poland
11.13. Qatar
11.14. Russia
11.15. Saudi Arabia
11.16. South Africa
11.17. Spain
11.18. Sweden
11.19. Switzerland
11.20. Turkey
11.21. United Arab Emirates
11.22. United Kingdom

12. Competitive Landscape

12.1. Market Share Analysis, 2023
12.2. FPNV Positioning Matrix, 2023
12.3. Competitive Scenario Analysis
- 12.3.1. American Tower and IBM to Bring Edge Cloud Services to Enterprises for Enhanced Innovation and Customer Experiences
- 12.3.2. Ubiquity Acquires Data Center Solution Provider EdgePresence, Accelerating Delivery of Sustainable Last-Mile Digital Solutions
- 12.3.3. SBA Communications Launches Edge Data Center At Tower Site In Arlington, Texas

13. Competitive Portfolio

13.1. Key Company Profiles
13.2. Key Product Portfolio