Driven by rapid advances in processor technology, high-speed connectivity, and software-defined architectures, operational technology (OT) systems and markets are evolving faster than ever before. Ramping demand for sophisticated edge computing solutions and services in the field are fueling market expansion for a variety of system types. Ranging from small-footprint edge gateways to real-time industrial PCs and high-performance servers, several distinct hardware solutions are needed by OEMs, integrators, service providers, and end users to keep pace with their own competition. As a result, embedded and edge systems are currently riding strong growth across a variety of different market segments.
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This report examines the global market for edge gateways, industrial PCs (IPCs), and embedded/OEM OT servers, including extensive market sizing and a deep dive into key regional and vertical market trends, competitive landscape analysis, and demand-side findings.
What Questions are Addressed?
How are trends like edge AI, cybersecurity, industrial IoT, and workload acceleration impacting edge system markets and their forecasts?
Where are the largest future growth opportunities for different edge system form factors?
Who are the leading suppliers of edge gateways, IPCs, and embedded/OEM OT servers?
What roles do silicon providers, OS vendors, and others play in the edge computing ecosystem?
How are edge system architectures evolving to better support and scale with deployment requirements?
Which selection criteria and considerations are most important to OEMs and others sourcing embedded and edge computing systems?
Who Should Read this Report?
This report was written for those making critical decisions regarding product, market, channel, and competitive strategy and tactics. This report is intended for senior decision-makers who are developing embedded and edge computing solutions, including:
CEO or other C-level executives
Corporate development and M&A teams
Marketing executives
Business development and sales leaders
Product development/strategy leaders
Channel management/strategy leaders
Organizations Mentioned in this Report:
ADLINK Technology
Advantech
AEWIN Technologies
AIS
Amazon Web Services
AMD
Arm
Avalue Technology
Axelera AI
B&R Automation (ABB)
BAE Systems
Beckhoff Automation
CalAmp
Cisco Systems
CONTEC
Dell Technologies
Digi International
Ennoconn
Eurotech
Ericsson
GDMS
Google
Hailo
HPE
Huawei
IBASE Technology
IEI Integration
Intel
Itron
Kontron
Lenovo
Mercury Systems
Microsoft
NVIDIA
NXP
OnLogic
Penguin Solutions
Qualcomm
RAD
Schneider Electric
Semtech
Siemens
SiFive
Supermicro Computer
Table of Contents
Inside this Report
What Questions are Addressed?
Who Should Read this Report?
Organizations Mentioned in this Report
Executive Summary
Key Findings
Global Market Overview
Edge Computing
Edge AI is Gathering Momentum Across Markets
Engineering Organizations are Leaning Further into Buy vs. Build
Edge Computing Requires a Robust Software Framework
Advances in Silicon are Opening Up the Edge Hardware Market
Channel Partners Remain Critical Paths to Market
Wireless Evolution Pushes Edge Hardware Demand
Regional Forecasts
Americas
Europe, Middle East, Africa
Asia-Pacific
Vertical Market Forecasts
Aerospace & Defense
Automotive/Fleet & Public Safety
Communications & Networking
Industrial Automation & Control
Transportation
Competitive Landscape
ADLINK
Advantech
Beckhoff Automation
Cisco
Dell Technologies
Digi
Eurotech
HPE
OnLogic
Siemens
Semtech
Supermicro
End-User Insights
Edge Systems Becoming More Hardened
Edge Gateway Hardware Platforms Need to be Tailored for Different Customer Types
IPC Form Factor Greatly Influences the Importance of Different Vendor Selection Criteria
OT Servers Demand High-end Security Capabilities
About the Authors
About VDC Research
List of Report Exhibits(Partial)
Exhibit 1: Forecasted Global Shipments of Edge Gateways, Industrial PCs & Embedded/OEM OT Servers, 2023-2028
Exhibit 2: Global Shipments of Intelligent and M2M Gateways, 2023-2028
Exhibit 3: Global Shipments of IPCs Segmented by Form Factor, 2023-2028
Exhibit 4: Global Shipments of Embedded/OEM OT Servers Segmented by Form Factor, 2023-2028
Exhibit 5: Global Shipments of Edge Systems Segmented by Embedded CPU Architecture, 2023
Exhibit 6: Global Shipments of Edge Systems Segmented by Embedded Operating System, 2023
Exhibit 7: Global Shipments of Edge Systems Segmented by Distribution Channel, 2023
Exhibit 8: Global Shipments of Edge Gateways Segmented by Connectivity Support, 2023 & 2028
Exhibit 9: Global Shipments of Embedded & Edge Systems Segmented by Geography, 2023
Exhibit 10: Global Shipments of Edge Gateways Segmented by Vertical Market, 2023
Exhibit 11: Global Shipments of Industrial PCs Segmented by Vertical Market, 2023
Exhibit 12: Global Shipments of Embedded/OEM OT Servers Segmented by Vertical Market, 2023
Exhibit 13: Global Shipments of Embedded & Edge Hardware Segmented by Leading Vendors, 2023
Exhibit 14: Rugged Form Factor Requirements for Current Projects & Expected for Similar Projects Three Years from Now
Exhibit 15: Most Important Product Requirements in Selecting Edge Gateway Hardware
Exhibit 16: Most Important Selection Criteria When Considering Suppliers for Embedded and Edge Hardware
Exhibit 17: Factors Driving OT Server Users/Developers to Adopt Virtualization/Hypervisor and Container Technology
Exhibit 18: Actions OT Server Users/Developers Have Taken in Response to Security Requirements
List of Market Data Exhibits(Partial)
Edge Gateway
Exhibit 1: Edge Gateway, Device Type, Dollar Volume Shipments, 2023-2028
Exhibit 2: Edge Gateway, Device Type, Unit Shipments, 2023-2028
Exhibit 3: Edge Gateway, Device Type, Average Selling Prices, 2023-2028
Exhibit 4: Edge Gateway, Vertical Market, Dollar Volume Shipments, 2023-2028
Exhibit 5: Edge Gateway, Geographic Region, Dollar Volume Shipments, 2023-2028
Exhibit 6: Edge Gateway, Customer Class, Dollar Volume Shipments, 2023-2028
Exhibit 7: Edge Gateway, Ruggedization, Dollar Volume Shipments, 2023-2028
Exhibit 8: Edge Gateway, Connectivity Support, Unit Shipments, 2023-2028