Micro Data Center Global Market Report 2024

The micro data centers market size has grown exponentially in recent years. It will grow from $5.76 billion in 2023 to $7.48 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 30%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increased demand for micro-modular solutions, the rise in adoption of micro data centers, increased number of self-contained it facilities, sustainability benefits of micro data centers, and increased interest of the colocation companies to adopt modular solutions.

The micro data centers market size is expected to see exponential growth in the next few years. It will grow to $21.48 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 30.2%. The anticipated growth during the forecast period can be credited to the rising need for real-time data, expanding integration of IoT and edge computing, growing demand for scalability and flexibility, heightened focus on data security and privacy, and the global surge in digitalization. Significant trends expected in the forecast period include the requirement for high-performance and dependable data centers, the uptake of edge computing technologies for compute-intensive applications such as AI and IoT, the demand for self-contained, scalable, customizable, and cost-effective data center solutions, product innovation, and the adoption of 5G network services.

The increasing adoption of the Internet of Things (IoT) is poised to drive the growth of the micro data center market in the foreseeable future. IoT refers to the interconnected network of physical devices equipped with sensors, software, and other technologies that facilitate data exchange with other devices and systems via the Internet. The surge in IoT adoption is attributed to the heightened demand for automation, improved connectivity, and real-time monitoring capabilities. Micro data centers play a vital role in enhancing IoT connectivity by offering localized, efficient, and secure solutions for data processing and storage. They effectively address key challenges such as latency, bandwidth limitations, security concerns, and scalability, thereby enabling more robust and reliable IoT deployments across diverse industries. For example, as reported by the GSM Association in January 2022, global IoT connections are projected to increase from 16.7 billion in 2023 to 25 billion by 2025, indicating a significant growth trajectory. Hence, the expanding adoption of IoT drives the growth of the micro data center market.

Major players in the microdata center market are concentrating on the development of cutting-edge technologies, such as intelligent cooling technology, to establish a competitive edge. Intelligent cooling technology encompasses sophisticated systems and methodologies engineered to effectively regulate and optimize temperature and airflow within data centers, server rooms, and similar environments housing critical IT infrastructure. For instance, in May 2021, Schneider Electric, a digital automation company based in France, unveiled the EcoStruxure Micro Data Center C-Series 43U equipped with intelligent cooling technology. This 43U C-Series model enhances reliability, efficiency, and security for edge IT deployments across office spaces, warehouses, and various commercial settings. Featuring intelligent cooling technology, the system dynamically switches between active, eco, and emergency cooling modes based on real-time system demands. Specifically tailored for low-to-medium density applications in environments lacking 24/7 precision cooling, such as supply rooms, IT closets, and office spaces, this advanced data center model signifies a significant advancement in microdata center solutions.

In February 2022, Redivider, a US-based company specializing in online payment processing, acquired EnergyX for an undisclosed sum. Through this acquisition, Redivider Blockchain intends to provide effective, environmentally friendly, and high-performance data center solutions to address the increasing needs of the blockchain and high-performance computing sectors. EnergyX, a US-based firm renowned for its expertise in advanced cooling technologies and micro data center solutions, is the subject of this acquisition.

Major companies operating in the micro data center market are Huawei Technologies, IBM Corporation, Schneider Electric SA, Fujitsu Ltd., ABB Ltd., Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co., Eaton Corporation, Vertiv Group Corp., Dell Inc., Iron Mountain inc., Rittal GmbH, Tata Communications, Stulz GmbH, Switch, EdgeConneX, Canovate Group Companies, PI Data Centers Pvt. Ltd., ScaleMatrix Inc., Cannon Technologies Ltd., Hanley Energy LLC, Attom Technology, Advanced Facilities Inc., Rackbank Datacenters pvt. Ltd., ALTRON, Zella DC.

North America was the largest region in the micro data center market in 2023. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the micro data center market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

The countries covered in the micro data center market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

A micro data center (MDC) is a condensed, self-contained data facility consolidating computing, storage, and networking functions within a unified unit. This facility provides a flexible and effective computing solution, allowing businesses to bring data processing capabilities nearer to where data originates and is utilized.

Micro data centers primarily consist of two component types, solutions and services. Solutions encompass a range of compact and scalable alternatives crafted to meet the evolving demands of data processing and storage more efficiently and cost-effectively than traditional large data centers. These solutions cater to organizations of various sizes, including small and medium-sized enterprises, as well as large enterprises. They serve diverse applications such as instant DC and retrofit, high-density networks, remote office and mobile computing, and are utilized across various industry verticals including energy, colocation, banking, financial services, and insurance (BFSI), government, industrial, healthcare, information technology, telecom, among others.

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The micro data center market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing data storage services, cloud integration services, edge computing services, computing services, remote management services, and environmental control services. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The micro data center market also includes sales of hard disk drives, storage arrays, switches, solid state drives, routers, firewalls, and surveillance cameras. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.


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