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Jun 25, 2024, 18:35 ET
NEW YORK, June 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The global software-defined storage (SDS) market size is estimated to grow by USD 105.07 billion from 2024-2028, according to Technavio. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of over 37.02% during the forecast period. Surge in cloud adoption is driving market growth, with a trend towards rise of hyper-converged technology. However, high costs associated with software-defined storage poses a challenge. Key market players include Avaya LLC, Broadcom Inc., Cisco Systems Inc., Citrix Systems Inc., DataCore Software Corp., DataDirect Networks Inc., Dell Technologies Inc., Fujitsu Ltd., Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co., Hitachi Ltd., Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd., International Business Machines Corp., Lenovo Group Ltd., Microsoft Corp., NetApp Inc., Nutanix Inc., Oracle Corp., Pure Storage Inc., Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson, and VMware Inc..
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| Software-Defined Storage (SDS) Market Scope | |
| Report Coverage | Details |
| Base year | 2023 |
| Historic period | 2018 – 2022 |
| Forecast period | 2024-2028 |
| Growth momentum & CAGR | Accelerate at a CAGR of 37.02% |
| Market growth 2024-2028 | USD 105079.3 million |
| Market structure | Fragmented |
| YoY growth 2022-2023 (%) | 27.17 |
| Regional analysis | North America, APAC, Europe, South America, and Middle East and Africa |
| Performing market contribution | North America at 37% |
| Key countries | US, China, Japan, UK, and Germany |
| Key companies profiled | Avaya LLC, Broadcom Inc., Cisco Systems Inc., Citrix Systems Inc., DataCore Software Corp., DataDirect Networks Inc., Dell Technologies Inc., Fujitsu Ltd., Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co., Hitachi Ltd., Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd., International Business Machines Corp., Lenovo Group Ltd., Microsoft Corp., NetApp Inc., Nutanix Inc., Oracle Corp., Pure Storage Inc., Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson, and VMware Inc. |
Market Driver
The global software-defined storage (SDS) market is experiencing growth due to the increasing adoption of hyper-converged infrastructure (HCI) by enterprises. HCI, a unified system combining storage, computing, and networking, enhances resource utilization and reduces power consumption. Vendors like Cisco offer HCI solutions, such as HyperFlex systems, which provide agility, high performance, and scalability through software-defined computing, storage, and networking. These solutions support data center core, multi-cloud, and edge deployments, contributing to the growth of the SDS market.
The Software-Defined Storage (SDS) market is experiencing significant growth due to increasing demands for agility and efficiency in data management. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and machine learning technologies are driving innovation in SDS solutions, providing features like automating processes, improving data security, and enhancing storage performance. Intelligent SDS systems are enabling businesses to cost-effectively manage their data, especially in the context of cloud and on-premises environments. Additionally, the integration of storage and network functions is leading to the development of more advanced SDS offerings. Overall, the SDS market is trending towards more flexible, scalable, and intelligent storage solutions.
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Market Challenges
- The Software-Defined Storage (SDS) market allows businesses to consolidate data center components, reducing CAPEX and operational costs through technologies like virtualization, containerization, and hyper-converged infrastructure. Vendors offer various SDS solutions, including primary, secondary, object, and cloud storage. However, enterprises face challenges in storage consolidation, with some vendors requiring upfront licensing fees based on capacity. Inefficient utilization of existing infrastructure can result in substantial losses. To address these concerns, market players innovate and collaborate. Yet, the increasing use of AI and IoT generates vast data volumes, posing storage and management challenges, potentially hindering market growth.
- The Software-Defined Storage (SDS) market is experiencing significant growth due to the increasing demand for flexible and efficient storage solutions. However, the implementation of SDS comes with certain challenges. One challenge is ensuring compatibility with various storage hardware and software platforms. Another challenge is managing the complexity of SDS environments, which require advanced skills and expertise. Additionally, security is a major concern, as SDS can expose vulnerabilities if not properly configured and managed. Encryption and access control mechanisms are essential to mitigate these risks. Lastly, scalability is a challenge, as SDS must be able to handle increasing data volumes and support various workloads. Despite these challenges, the benefits of SDS, such as agility, cost savings, and improved performance, make it a worthwhile investment for businesses.
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Segment Overview
This software-defined storage (sds) market report extensively covers market segmentation by
- End-user
- 1.1 BFSI
- 1.2 Telecom and IT
- 1.3 Government
- 1.4 Healthcare
- 1.5 Education and others
- Component
- 2.1 Solution
- 2.2 Services
- Geography
- 3.1 North America
- 3.2 APAC
- 3.3 Europe
- 3.4 South America
- 3.5 Middle East and Africa
1.1 BFSI- The software-defined storage (SDS) market experiences significant growth in the BFSI sector due to increasing storage demands, data protection regulations, and technological innovations. Enterprises in this sector seek agile, scalable, and efficient SDS solutions for managing unstructured data and ensuring security. Notable vendors like Red Hat and OSNEXUS provide offerings for big data management, encryption, and disaster recovery. The BFSI segment’s growth is driven by the adoption of AI technologies and the need to optimize storage costs.
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Research Analysis
In the rapidly evolving digital economy, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing various sectors, including the Business Financial Services Industry (BFSI). One of the significant areas of transformation is the automation of process controls through advanced Data Center Solutions. Exponential data growth in the BFSI sector necessitates the adoption of innovative technologies like Software-Defined Storage (SDS). SDS, which includes Container-Native solutions and Cloud Storage, offers Enterprises cost-effective, flexible, and efficient data management. Customer data analysis is a crucial application of SDS, enabling businesses to gain valuable insights. Digital Transformation in Emerging Economies is accelerating the demand for SDS, with Public Sector Staff and Citizens benefiting from improved Data Protection through Encryption. High-Performance Computing (HPC) applications also leverage SDS for enhanced performance. Exxact Corporation and FalconStor’s partnerships are examples of industry collaborations driving SDS innovation.
Market Research Overview
The Software-Defined Storage (SDS) market refers to a modern approach in building and managing storage infrastructure where intelligence is decoupled from hardware and applied through software. SDS solutions provide flexibility, scalability, and efficiency by enabling the pooling of physical storage from various sources and presenting it as a unified, logical storage system. This technology allows organizations to easily manage their storage resources, automate storage provisioning, and improve data protection. SDS also supports various protocols and interfaces, making it compatible with diverse applications and environments. The adoption of SDS is driven by the increasing demand for agile and cost-effective storage solutions in today’s data-intensive world.
Table of Contents:
1 Executive Summary
2 Market Landscape
3 Market Sizing
4 Historic Market Size
5 Five Forces Analysis
6 Market Segmentation
- End-user
- BFSI
- Telecom And IT
- Government
- Healthcare
- Education And Others
- Component
- Solution
- Services
- Geography
- North America
- APAC
- Europe
- South America
- Middle East And Africa
7 Customer Landscape
8 Geographic Landscape
9 Drivers, Challenges, and Trends
10 Company Landscape
11 Company Analysis
12 Appendix
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