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Edge Computing: Emerging Trends and Applications

Publisher Frost & Sullivan
Published Nov 06, 2025
Length 72 Pages
SKU # MC20542440

Description

The October 2025 edition of the CST Technology Opportunity Engine highlights transformative innovations shaping the future of edge computing. The study explores the evolution of decentralized data processing models that enable ultra-low latency, localized intelligence, and real-time decision-making across industries.

Driven by the convergence of IoT, 5G, AI, and cloud-native architectures, edge computing is redefining digital infrastructure by processing data closer to its source. Key developments include the rise of Edge-as-a-Service (EaaS), AI-enabled micro-edge systems, and quantum-edge computing, delivering scalable, secure, and energy-efficient solutions for latency-sensitive applications.

With manufacturing and healthcare leading adoption, and Asia-Pacific emerging as the fastest-growing region, the edge ecosystem is evolving toward interoperable, autonomous, and sustainable architectures. These advances not only enhance operational efficiency and data sovereignty but also enable new business models in smart cities, connected vehicles, and industrial automation—marking a pivotal shift toward an intelligent, distributed computing era.

Table of Contents

72 Pages
    • Why is it Increasingly Difficult to Grow?
    • The Strategic Imperative 8TM
    • Our Megatrend Universe-Overview
    • Our Megatrend Universe-Edge Computing Trend
    • Key Findings
    • Scope of Analysis
    • Segmentation
    • Growth Drivers
    • Growth Restraints
    • Edge Computing: Key Concepts and Definitions
    • Cloud Computing vs. Edge Computing: Complementary Paradigms
    • Enabling Technologies for Edge Computing
    • Edge Computing: Industry Overview & Metrics Global
    • Emerging Trends in Edge Computing
    • Edge Computing and Automation Trends-Applications/Industries
    • Trends and Industry Impact of Edge Computing: Technologies & Real-World Applications
    • Edge Computing Leaders by Technology Area & Activity Level 2024-2025
    • Trend Opportunity Overview-Companies to Action
    • Emerging Regional Hotspots-Asia-Pacific
    • Emerging Regional Hotspots-North America
    • Global Edge Computing Outlook: Regional Market, Funding, and Growth
    • Competitive Benchmarking Matrix: Industry Focus by Region
    • Trend Attractiveness Analysis
    • Trend Opportunity Impact and Certainty Analysis
    • Trend Disruption Attractiveness Score
    • Trend Opportunity Growth Index
    • Growth Attractiveness Score
    • BEETS Implications for Edge Computing Trends
    • Critical Success Factors for Growth
    • Conclusion
    • Growth Opportunity 1: Edge AI for Smart Manufacturing (Industry 4.0)
    • Growth Opportunity 2: Edge AI for Smart Homes & Service Robotics
    • Growth Opportunity 3: Edge AI for Smart Healthcare & Medical Devices
    • Our Megatrend Universe
    • Benefits and Impacts of Growth Opportunities
    • Next Step

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