By Insight Editor / 15 May 2020 / Topics: Data center Data management Modern infrastructure Internet of Things (IoT)
Edge computing is transforming the way data is processed — delivering new access to real-time insights and enabling new levels of customer service through real-time data, advanced analytics, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and more.
See how this architecture is laying the groundwork for innovation and see what the future holds for those organizations delivering experiences on the edge.
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Edge computing refers to any technology capable of networking, processing or storing data closer to the point of use. By reducing the need to continuously send and retrieve data from the cloud or remote data center, edge computing:
Private, public or hybrid, this is where compute, orchestration and management of data will occur.
Whether fixed sensors or servers, these devices handle compute and data processing at the edge of your network for reduced latency.
These serve as the interface between users and data
Any location where processors have been positioned to deliver the most expedient functionality to end users
According to Forrester’s Global Business Technographics® Survey, 57% of mobility decision-makers say they have edge computing on their roadmap over the next year.
Forrester Predictions 2020 projects the edge cloud service market will grow by 50%.
By 2025, the market size for edge computing will increase across industries
With the global market projected to reach $13.5 billion by 2024
Forrester predicts 2020 will be a breakout year for edge computing, augmenting cloud and on-premises infrastructure to enable new employee and customer experiences.
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