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Packet Forwarding and Data Migration: Expanding SDN Applications

Challenges include interoperability issues, fragmented standards, and a shortage of skilled engineers.

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Packet Forwarding and Data Migration: Expanding SDN Applications

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  1. Software-defined Networking Market Size Worth $74 Billion by 2031

  2. Global Software-defined Networking Market– 2024-2031 Meticulous Research®—a leading global market research company, published a research report titled, ‘Software-defined Networking Market by Offering, Model (API SDN, Overlay SDN, Open SDN), Application (Control Flow, Packet Forwarding, Security Flow Open Flow Switch), End User (Data Centres, Enterprises), and Geography - Global Forecast to 2031.’ According to this latest publication from Meticulous Research®, the market for software-defined networking (SDN) is moving quickly and is expected to come close to $74 billion by 2031. That translates to an average growth rate of nearly 23% a year starting in 2024. A few things stand out: the huge number of data centers being built, the spread of connected devices in industries and infrastructure, and the way Asia-Pacific operators are investing heavily in automation. Still, there are obstacles. Different SDN standards do not always work well together, which creates integration headaches. On the brighter side, the rise of 5G, along with growing interest in network slicing, Software-defined Wide Area Networks (SD-WAN), and Software-defined Mobile Networks (SDMN), is opening new opportunities for providers. Companies, however, often mention the same challenge there just are not enough skilled engineers who can work on advanced SDN solutions. Looking at the structure of the market, offerings usually fall into software or services, models include open, API-driven, overlay, and hybrid SDN, and applications range from packet forwarding and data migration to security flow and control flow. End users vary, but the biggest groups are enterprises, cloud service providers, telecom companies, and Software-defined Data Centers (SDDCs). Adoption trends differ across regions, yet the direction is clear: SDN networks are becoming a backbone of next-generation connectivity. offering-wise Breakdown of the Global Software-defined Networking Market If you break down the Software-defined Networking Market (SDN Market) by offering, there are just two buckets: software and services. Right now, software is on top. That makes sense most companies like the idea of controlling the SDN Network through software instead of spending hours configuring individual devices. It is quicker, cleaner, and less error-prone. In real terms, it means faster rollouts and better use of network resources. But here is the interesting part: services are growing faster. A lot of businesses are leaning on SDN services because their workloads keep changing. Traffic goes up, traffic goes down, and not every IT team can handle that kind of fluctuation. Services make it easier. They allow organizations to scale up when demand spikes and scale back when things are quieter. You see this most in Software-defined Data Centres (SDDCs), Software-defined Wide Area Networks (SD-WAN), and even Software- defined Mobile Networks (SDMN), where flexibility is critical. On top of that, centralizing management through services means IT leaders can apply policies across the entire network Page 1 of 6 © Meticulous Research| sales@meticulousresearch.com

  3. Global Software-defined Networking Market– 2024-2031 without having to worry about inconsistencies. And for companies juggling complex systems, that is a big deal. Software-defined Networking Market Segmentation by Model When you look at the Software-defined Networking Market (SDN Market) by model, it is generally divided into four categories: open SDN, API-driven SDN, overlay SDN, and hybrid SDN. Now, overlay SDN takes the lead. The reason is simple it lets companies build virtual networks on top of their existing physical setup. That flexibility makes it much easier to adjust as business needs change. Another advantage is isolation. With overlay SDN, IT teams can spin up separate virtual networks on the same hardware, which is critical when different applications or even different customers require unique configurations. This is one reason why Software-defined Data Centres (SDDCs) and cloud environments rely so heavily on overlay designs. The hybrid SDN model is the one to watch in the years ahead. Analysts expect it to grow at the fastest pace. Because it gives organizations the best of both worlds: the centralized control and programmability of an SDN Network, but with the reliability of traditional distributed networking. For enterprises managing a wide mix of workloads, that balance is invaluable. It is also becoming a preferred option in Software-defined Wide Area Networks (SD-WAN) and Software-defined Mobile Networks (SDMN), where adaptability and scalability are non-negotiable. As businesses face increasingly complex architectures, hybrid SDN is emerging as a practical bridge between today’s needs and tomorrow’s network demands. Application Segment Analysis of the Software-defined Networking Market When broken down by application, the Software-defined Networking Market (SDN Market) covers control flow, open flow switch, packet forwarding, security flow, data migration, and a handful of other uses. Right now, control flow accounts for the biggest slice of the market. The appeal is easy to understand by centralizing control, the SDN Network makes it simpler to use resources efficiently and cut operating costs. Many companies also take advantage of SDN in control flow to apply much more detailed security rules, which helps tighten defences across the system. These strengths are why control flow has remained the dominant application so far. That said, the fastest growth over the next few years is expected in security flow. The reason is straightforward: threats are evolving too quickly for manual responses. With SDN, policies can be rolled out across the network almost instantly, and in some cases the responses themselves can be automated. That saves time and reduces the workload on IT teams. For Software-defined Data Centres (SDDCs), Software-defined Wide Area Networks (SD-WAN), and even Software-defined Mobile Networks (SDMN), this ability to react faster and at scale is a major advantage. As security becomes a top priority for every industry, this segment is likely to see adoption climb rapidly. Page 2 of 6 © Meticulous Research| sales@meticulousresearch.com

  4. Global Software-defined Networking Market– 2024-2031 Shifting End-user Dynamics in the Global Software-defined Networking Market Looking at the Software-defined Networking (SDN) Market by end user, five main groups stand out data centres, enterprises, cloud providers, telecom operators, and a mix of others. Among these, enterprises currently hold the largest share in 2024. This makes sense: companies want quicker ways to manage networks without sinking hours into manual configuration. With SDN networks, IT teams can automate repetitive tasks and expand capacity as business needs shift. In practice, that saves both time and cost, which explains why enterprises are leaning so heavily on this approach. The interesting story, however, is in telecom. Operators are under constant pressure from rising data traffic and 5G rollouts. They cannot afford to stay locked into rigid systems. That is where software-defined mobile networks (SDMN), SD-WAN, and software- defined data centres (SDDCs) come in. These tools give providers more agility and let them adapt almost in real time. Simply put, while enterprises may dominate today, telecom service providers are the segment most likely to see the fastest growth over the next several years. North America Commands the Largest SDN Share, Asia-Pacific Shows Strongest CAGR Looking at the Software-defined Networking (SDN) Market by region, North America still sits at the top. This is not shocking the U.S. and Canada have a concentration of cloud giants, telecom carriers, and long-standing data centre operators. AT&T and Verizon, for instance, have been piloting Software-defined Wide Area Networks (SD-WAN) for years, while companies like Amazon and Microsoft keep investing heavily in software-defined data centres. The ecosystem here is well-connected, and the availability of skilled engineers makes adoption a little smoother than in other regions. So, North America holds the larger market share for now. Asia-Pacific tells a different story. Rather than upgrading old networks, many firms here are leapfrogging straight into 5G-ready, software-defined mobile networks and cloud-native setups. China’s hyperscale data centres, India’s expanding IT services, and Japan’s early move into automation are big pieces of this puzzle. The growth is not perfectly uniform across the region, but the pace is undeniably fast. That is why Asia-Pacific is expected to grow at the quickest rate over the next few years, even if North America keeps its lead in overall size. Key Players The key players operating in the global software-defined networking market are Cisco Systems, Inc. (U.S.), Broadcom Inc. (U.S.), Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. (China), Juniper Networks, Inc. (U.S.), Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson (Sweden), Ciena Corporation (U.S.), Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company (U.S.), Nokia Corporation (Finland), Oracle Corporation (U.S.), NEC Page 3 of 6 © Meticulous Research| sales@meticulousresearch.com

  5. Global Software-defined Networking Market– 2024-2031 Corporation (Japan), Dell Technologies Inc. (U.S.), IBM Corporation (U.S.), Pica8 Software Inc. (U.S.), Riverbed Technology LLC (U.S.), and flexiWAN Ltd. (Israel). Download Sample Report Here @ https://www.meticulousresearch.com/download- sample-report/cp_id=5798 Key Questions Answered in the Report: Which factors are driving the rapid adoption of SDN globally? How does the shortage of skilled engineers affect SDN deployment and scalability? Which offering segment currently dominates the global SDN market? Why is software the preferred option among organizations adopting SDN? What are the four primary SDN models? Why does overlay SDN lead the market in adoption? Which application segment holds the largest share in the SDN market? Why is control flow the dominant application in SDN deployment? Why are enterprises the leading adopters of SDN solutions? What factors are driving faster adoption of SDN among telecom operators? Contact Us: Meticulous Research® Email- sales@meticulousresearch.com Contact Sales- +1-646-781-8004 Connect with us on LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/company/meticulous-research Page 4 of 6 © Meticulous Research| sales@meticulousresearch.com

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