The increasing adoption of cloud-based solutions and the growing demand for network virtualization are driving the growth of the Software Defined Networking (SDN) market.
The rising need for efficient network management and automation is also fueling the growth of the SDN market.
Moreover, the growing trend of bring your own device (BYOD) and the proliferation of mobile devices are further contributing to the market expansion.
Report Coverage | Details |
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Segments Covered | Component, End Use |
Regions Covered | • North America (United States, Canada, Mexico) • Europe (Germany, United Kingdom, France, Italy, Spain, Rest of Europe) • Asia Pacific (China, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, India, Australia, Rest of APAC) • Latin America (Argentina, Brazil, Rest of South America) • Middle East & Africa (GCC, South Africa, Rest of MEA) |
Company Profiled | Anuta Networks,, Arista Networks,, Aryaka Networks,, Cato Networks,, Ciena, Cisco Systems, Colt Technology Services Group Limited, Comcast, Dell, Ericsson, Extreme Networks,, Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company, Huawei Technologies, Intel, International Business Machines (IBM), Juniper Networks,, Lumen Technologies,, NEC, Oracle, Turnium Technology, Versa Networks,, VMware,, ZTE |
The complexity in integrating SDN solutions with existing network infrastructure is a major restraint for the market.
Additionally, security concerns related to SDN implementation pose a challenge to the market growth.
The U.S. and Canada are key players in the Software Defined Networking (SDN) market in North America. The adoption of SDN solutions in various industries such as IT, telecommunications, and healthcare is driving the market growth in this region. The presence of major SDN vendors and increasing investments in advanced networking technologies are contributing to the market expansion in North America.
Asia Pacific:
China, Japan, and South Korea are the leading countries in the Asia Pacific SDN market. The rapid digital transformation and increasing demand for cloud-based services are fueling the growth of SDN solutions in these countries. The rising adoption of SDN technologies in data centers and telecommunications networks is expected to drive market growth in the Asia Pacific region.
Europe:
The United Kingdom, Germany, and France are prominent players in the SDN market in Europe. The increasing focus on network automation, virtualization, and software-defined infrastructure is propelling the adoption of SDN solutions in these countries. The growing investments in 5G networks and IoT technologies are also driving the market growth in Europe.
Component:
Solution: The Software Defined Networking market is segmented by solution into physical network infrastructure, SDN controller, and SDN application. The physical network infrastructure segment is expected to witness significant growth due to the increasing demand for flexible and agile network infrastructure. SDN controller segment is anticipated to lead the market as it offers centralized management and control of network devices. The SDN application segment is also gaining traction as organizations seek to optimize their network performance.
Service: The Software Defined Networking market is further categorized by service into professional and managed services. Professional services are projected to dominate the market as they offer consulting, integration, and support services for deploying SDN solutions. Managed services segment is growing with the rising trend of outsourcing network management to third-party service providers for cost efficiency and expertise.
End Use:
Enterprise: The enterprise segment is a key end-user of Software Defined Networking solutions, driven by the need for network virtualization and automation to enhance operational efficiency. Enterprises are adopting SDN solutions to streamline network operations, improve security, and reduce capital expenditure on network infrastructure.
Cloud Service Provider: The cloud service provider segment is witnessing rapid adoption of SDN solutions to build scalable and flexible networks to support cloud services. SDN enables cloud providers to efficiently manage network resources, reduce latency, and enhance service delivery for their customers.
Telecom Service Provider: The telecom service provider segment is leveraging SDN technology to manage complex networks more effectively, reduce operational costs, and accelerate the deployment of new services. SDN offers telecom providers the ability to deliver innovative services such as virtualized network functions and network slicing to address evolving customer demands.
Top Market Players
- Cisco Systems
- VMware
- Arista Networks
- Juniper Networks
- HPE (Hewlett Packard Enterprise)
- Nokia
- Dell Technologies
- IBM
- Citrix Systems
- Extreme Networks