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Software-Defined Compute - Global Strategic Business Report

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  • 180 Pages
  • October 2024
  • Region: Global
  • Global Industry Analysts, Inc
  • ID: 6006991
The global market for Software-Defined Compute was estimated at US$12.0 Billion in 2023 and is projected to reach US$26.3 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 11.9% from 2023 to 2030. This comprehensive report provides an in-depth analysis of market trends, drivers, and forecasts, helping you make informed business decisions.

Global Software-Defined Compute Market - Key Trends & Drivers Summarized

What Is Software-Defined Compute and Why Is It Transforming Industries?

Software-defined compute (SDC) is a form of virtualization technology that separates the computing hardware from the software layer, controlling resources through software management. SDC is a component of a broader trend towards software-defined data centers (SDDC), where all elements of infrastructure - compute, storage, and networking - are virtualized and delivered as a service. The rise of SDC is largely due to its ability to enhance scalability, improve flexibility, and reduce costs in data center environments. Organizations leverage SDC to dynamically allocate computing resources based on workload demands without the need to physically configure hardware. This agility enables businesses to deploy applications faster and scale operations efficiently, accommodating the growing data volumes generated by digital transformation initiatives.

How Are Current Technological Advancements Shaping the SDC Landscape?

The evolution of the software-defined compute market is closely tied to advancements in underlying technologies, including containerization, microservices architectures, and cloud computing. Containers and microservices simplify the deployment and management of applications in SDC environments by breaking down applications into smaller, manageable pieces that can operate independently and dynamically across various computing environments. Meanwhile, the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) within SDC solutions is optimizing resource allocation, thus enhancing operational efficiency and reducing overheads. These technologies not only automate routine processes but also predict future resource requirements to proactively manage workload spikes, thereby ensuring performance stability.

What Impact Does Regulatory Compliance and Cybersecurity Concerns Have on SDC Adoption?

As digital infrastructure becomes increasingly complex, regulatory compliance and cybersecurity emerge as significant factors influencing the adoption of software-defined computing. Industries such as finance, healthcare, and government are particularly sensitive to data sovereignty and security issues due to stringent regulatory requirements. SDC platforms can provide enhanced security features, such as identity and access management, encryption, and intrusion detection, which are crucial for protecting sensitive data. Furthermore, the ability of SDC to quickly adapt and update settings to comply with changing regulations allows organizations to maintain compliance more efficiently than traditional hardware-dependent setups. This adaptability makes SDC especially attractive in environments where compliance and security are paramount.

What Are the Growth Drivers for the Software-Defined Compute Market?

The growth in the software-defined compute market is driven by several factors, including the increasing demand for cost-effective and flexible IT infrastructure solutions among businesses of all sizes. As enterprises continue to expand their digital operations, the need for scalable and manageable computing resources becomes critical. The adoption of cloud services, particularly hybrid cloud environments, is also a significant driver, as SDC provides seamless integration between on-premises and cloud resources, offering businesses greater flexibility and data deployment options. Furthermore, the ongoing shift towards remote work models in response to global trends has necessitated more robust and adaptable IT infrastructure that can support distributed workforces effectively. Additionally, the growing interest in edge computing, where data is processed closer to the source of generation, is pushing the boundaries of traditional data centers and amplifying the need for software-defined solutions that can operate at the edge efficiently. These market dynamics underscore the expanding role of SDC in modern IT ecosystems, promising continued growth and innovation in the sector.

Key Insights:

  • Market Growth: Understand the significant growth trajectory of the Cloud System Software segment, which is expected to reach US$14.1 Billion by 2030 with a CAGR of a 12.6%. The Virtual Machine Software segment is also set to grow at 11.4% CAGR over the analysis period.
  • Regional Analysis: Gain insights into the U.S. market, which was estimated at $3.3 Billion in 2023, and China, forecasted to grow at an impressive 16.2% CAGR to reach $5.7 Billion by 2030. Discover growth trends in other key regions, including Japan, Canada, Germany, and the Asia-Pacific.

Why You Should Buy This Report:

  • Detailed Market Analysis: Access a thorough analysis of the Global Software-Defined Compute Market, covering all major geographic regions and market segments.
  • Competitive Insights: Get an overview of the competitive landscape, including the market presence of major players across different geographies.
  • Future Trends and Drivers: Understand the key trends and drivers shaping the future of the Global Software-Defined Compute Market.
  • Actionable Insights: Benefit from actionable insights that can help you identify new revenue opportunities and make strategic business decisions.

Key Questions Answered:

  • How is the Global Software-Defined Compute Market expected to evolve by 2030?
  • What are the main drivers and restraints affecting the market?
  • Which market segments will grow the most over the forecast period?
  • How will market shares for different regions and segments change by 2030?
  • Who are the leading players in the market, and what are their prospects?

Report Features:

  • Comprehensive Market Data: Independent analysis of annual sales and market forecasts in US$ Million from 2023 to 2030.
  • In-Depth Regional Analysis: Detailed insights into key markets, including the U.S., China, Japan, Canada, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East, and Africa.
  • Company Profiles: Coverage of major players such as Amazon Web Services, Inc., Broadcom Inc., Cisco Systems, Inc., and more.
  • Complimentary Updates: Receive free report updates for one year to keep you informed of the latest market developments.

Select Competitors (Total 39 Featured):

  • Amazon Web Services, Inc.
  • Broadcom Inc.
  • Cisco Systems, Inc.
  • Citrix Systems, Inc.
  • Datadog, Inc.
  • Docker Inc.
  • Hewlett Packard Enterprise Development LP (HPE)
  • Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • IBM Corporation
  • Inspur Cloud
  • Microsoft Corporation
  • Nutanix, Inc.
  • Oracle Corporation
  • ScienceLogic, Inc.
  • Vmware, Inc.

Table of Contents

I. METHODOLOGYII. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1. MARKET OVERVIEW
  • Influencer Market Insights
  • World Market Trajectories
  • Global Economic Update
  • Software-Defined Compute - Global Key Competitors Percentage Market Share in 2024 (E)
  • Competitive Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial for Players Worldwide in 2024 (E)
2. FOCUS ON SELECT PLAYERS
3. MARKET TRENDS & DRIVERS
  • Rising Demand for Data Center Efficiency Spurs Adoption of Software-Defined Compute
  • Cloud Migration Trends Strengthen Business Case for Software-Defined Environments
  • Advancements in Virtualization Technology Accelerate Market Growth
  • Integration of Artificial Intelligence Enhances Automation in Software-Defined Compute
  • Growing Focus on Cost Reduction Propels Adoption Across SMEs
  • Expansion of Edge Computing Drives Innovations in Distributed Computing Architectures
  • Increasing Complexity of IT Operations Generates Demand for Streamlined Management Solutions
  • Cybersecurity Challenges in Dynamic Environments Propel Developments in Security Protocols
  • Adoption of IoT and Big Data Analytics Expands Addressable Market for High-Performance Computing
  • Remote Work Trends Strengthen Need for Scalable and Flexible Compute Resources
4. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE
  • Table 1: World Software-Defined Compute Market Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2030
  • Table 2: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Software-Defined Compute by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 3: World Historic Review for Software-Defined Compute by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 4: World 16-Year Perspective for Software-Defined Compute by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets for Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
  • Table 5: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Cloud System Software by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 6: World Historic Review for Cloud System Software by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 7: World 16-Year Perspective for Cloud System Software by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
  • Table 8: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Virtual Machine Software by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 9: World Historic Review for Virtual Machine Software by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 10: World 16-Year Perspective for Virtual Machine Software by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
  • Table 11: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Container Infrastructure Software by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 12: World Historic Review for Container Infrastructure Software by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 13: World 16-Year Perspective for Container Infrastructure Software by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
III. MARKET ANALYSIS
UNITED STATES
  • Software-Defined Compute Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in the United States for 2024 (E)
  • Table 14: USA Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Software-Defined Compute by Type - Cloud System Software, Virtual Machine Software and Container Infrastructure Software - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 15: USA Historic Review for Software-Defined Compute by Type - Cloud System Software, Virtual Machine Software and Container Infrastructure Software Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 16: USA 16-Year Perspective for Software-Defined Compute by Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Cloud System Software, Virtual Machine Software and Container Infrastructure Software for the Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
CANADA
  • Table 17: Canada Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Software-Defined Compute by Type - Cloud System Software, Virtual Machine Software and Container Infrastructure Software - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 18: Canada Historic Review for Software-Defined Compute by Type - Cloud System Software, Virtual Machine Software and Container Infrastructure Software Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 19: Canada 16-Year Perspective for Software-Defined Compute by Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Cloud System Software, Virtual Machine Software and Container Infrastructure Software for the Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
JAPAN
  • Software-Defined Compute Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Japan for 2024 (E)
  • Table 20: Japan Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Software-Defined Compute by Type - Cloud System Software, Virtual Machine Software and Container Infrastructure Software - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 21: Japan Historic Review for Software-Defined Compute by Type - Cloud System Software, Virtual Machine Software and Container Infrastructure Software Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 22: Japan 16-Year Perspective for Software-Defined Compute by Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Cloud System Software, Virtual Machine Software and Container Infrastructure Software for the Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
CHINA
  • Software-Defined Compute Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in China for 2024 (E)
  • Table 23: China Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Software-Defined Compute by Type - Cloud System Software, Virtual Machine Software and Container Infrastructure Software - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 24: China Historic Review for Software-Defined Compute by Type - Cloud System Software, Virtual Machine Software and Container Infrastructure Software Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 25: China 16-Year Perspective for Software-Defined Compute by Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Cloud System Software, Virtual Machine Software and Container Infrastructure Software for the Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
EUROPE
  • Software-Defined Compute Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Europe for 2024 (E)
  • Table 26: Europe Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Software-Defined Compute by Geographic Region - France, Germany, Italy, UK, Spain, Russia and Rest of Europe Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 27: Europe Historic Review for Software-Defined Compute by Geographic Region - France, Germany, Italy, UK, Spain, Russia and Rest of Europe Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 28: Europe 16-Year Perspective for Software-Defined Compute by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for France, Germany, Italy, UK, Spain, Russia and Rest of Europe Markets for Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
  • Table 29: Europe Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Software-Defined Compute by Type - Cloud System Software, Virtual Machine Software and Container Infrastructure Software - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 30: Europe Historic Review for Software-Defined Compute by Type - Cloud System Software, Virtual Machine Software and Container Infrastructure Software Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 31: Europe 16-Year Perspective for Software-Defined Compute by Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Cloud System Software, Virtual Machine Software and Container Infrastructure Software for the Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
FRANCE
  • Software-Defined Compute Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in France for 2024 (E)
  • Table 32: France Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Software-Defined Compute by Type - Cloud System Software, Virtual Machine Software and Container Infrastructure Software - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 33: France Historic Review for Software-Defined Compute by Type - Cloud System Software, Virtual Machine Software and Container Infrastructure Software Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 34: France 16-Year Perspective for Software-Defined Compute by Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Cloud System Software, Virtual Machine Software and Container Infrastructure Software for the Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
GERMANY
  • Software-Defined Compute Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Germany for 2024 (E)
  • Table 35: Germany Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Software-Defined Compute by Type - Cloud System Software, Virtual Machine Software and Container Infrastructure Software - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 36: Germany Historic Review for Software-Defined Compute by Type - Cloud System Software, Virtual Machine Software and Container Infrastructure Software Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 37: Germany 16-Year Perspective for Software-Defined Compute by Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Cloud System Software, Virtual Machine Software and Container Infrastructure Software for the Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
ITALY
  • Table 38: Italy Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Software-Defined Compute by Type - Cloud System Software, Virtual Machine Software and Container Infrastructure Software - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 39: Italy Historic Review for Software-Defined Compute by Type - Cloud System Software, Virtual Machine Software and Container Infrastructure Software Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 40: Italy 16-Year Perspective for Software-Defined Compute by Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Cloud System Software, Virtual Machine Software and Container Infrastructure Software for the Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
UNITED KINGDOM
  • Software-Defined Compute Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in the United Kingdom for 2024 (E)
  • Table 41: UK Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Software-Defined Compute by Type - Cloud System Software, Virtual Machine Software and Container Infrastructure Software - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 42: UK Historic Review for Software-Defined Compute by Type - Cloud System Software, Virtual Machine Software and Container Infrastructure Software Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 43: UK 16-Year Perspective for Software-Defined Compute by Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Cloud System Software, Virtual Machine Software and Container Infrastructure Software for the Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
SPAIN
  • Table 44: Spain Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Software-Defined Compute by Type - Cloud System Software, Virtual Machine Software and Container Infrastructure Software - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 45: Spain Historic Review for Software-Defined Compute by Type - Cloud System Software, Virtual Machine Software and Container Infrastructure Software Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 46: Spain 16-Year Perspective for Software-Defined Compute by Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Cloud System Software, Virtual Machine Software and Container Infrastructure Software for the Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
RUSSIA
  • Table 47: Russia Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Software-Defined Compute by Type - Cloud System Software, Virtual Machine Software and Container Infrastructure Software - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 48: Russia Historic Review for Software-Defined Compute by Type - Cloud System Software, Virtual Machine Software and Container Infrastructure Software Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 49: Russia 16-Year Perspective for Software-Defined Compute by Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Cloud System Software, Virtual Machine Software and Container Infrastructure Software for the Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
REST OF EUROPE
  • Table 50: Rest of Europe Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Software-Defined Compute by Type - Cloud System Software, Virtual Machine Software and Container Infrastructure Software - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 51: Rest of Europe Historic Review for Software-Defined Compute by Type - Cloud System Software, Virtual Machine Software and Container Infrastructure Software Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 52: Rest of Europe 16-Year Perspective for Software-Defined Compute by Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Cloud System Software, Virtual Machine Software and Container Infrastructure Software for the Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
ASIA-PACIFIC
  • Software-Defined Compute Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Asia-Pacific for 2024 (E)
  • Table 53: Asia-Pacific Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Software-Defined Compute by Geographic Region - Australia, India, South Korea and Rest of Asia-Pacific Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 54: Asia-Pacific Historic Review for Software-Defined Compute by Geographic Region - Australia, India, South Korea and Rest of Asia-Pacific Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 55: Asia-Pacific 16-Year Perspective for Software-Defined Compute by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Australia, India, South Korea and Rest of Asia-Pacific Markets for Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
  • Table 56: Asia-Pacific Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Software-Defined Compute by Type - Cloud System Software, Virtual Machine Software and Container Infrastructure Software - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 57: Asia-Pacific Historic Review for Software-Defined Compute by Type - Cloud System Software, Virtual Machine Software and Container Infrastructure Software Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 58: Asia-Pacific 16-Year Perspective for Software-Defined Compute by Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Cloud System Software, Virtual Machine Software and Container Infrastructure Software for the Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
AUSTRALIA
  • Software-Defined Compute Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Australia for 2024 (E)
INDIA
  • Software-Defined Compute Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in India for 2024 (E)
SOUTH KOREAREST OF ASIA-PACIFIC
LATIN AMERICA
  • Software-Defined Compute Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Latin America for 2024 (E)
ARGENTINABRAZILMEXICOREST OF LATIN AMERICA
MIDDLE EAST
  • Software-Defined Compute Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Middle East for 2024 (E)
IRANISRAELSAUDI ARABIAUNITED ARAB EMIRATESREST OF MIDDLE EAST
AFRICA
  • Software-Defined Compute Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Africa for 2024 (E)
IV. COMPETITION

Companies Mentioned (Partial List)

A selection of companies mentioned in this report includes, but is not limited to:

  • Amazon Web Services, Inc.
  • Broadcom Inc.
  • Cisco Systems, Inc.
  • Citrix Systems, Inc.
  • Datadog, Inc.
  • Docker Inc.
  • Hewlett Packard Enterprise Development LP (HPE)
  • Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • IBM Corporation
  • Inspur Cloud
  • Microsoft Corporation
  • Nutanix, Inc.
  • Oracle Corporation
  • ScienceLogic, Inc.
  • Vmware, Inc.

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