Frost Radar: Private Multi-access Edge Computing in North America, 2025

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Edge computing pushes intelligence, data processing, analytics, and communication capabilities to where the data originates: at network gateways or endpoints. The aim is to reduce latency and ensure efficient networks, operations, service delivery, and an improved user experience.

Private multi-access edge computing (MEC) is a private mobile network deployment with edge computing capabilities that is custom-built for enterprises. It enables an infrastructure that runs mission-critical and latency-sensitive applications by offering ultralow latency levels (less than 10 milliseconds). Enterprises typically have a choice between two models: either paying upfront for the hardware and installation charges of the macro cell tower and MEC followed by a lower monthly recurring charge for the services provided; or paying for everything as a service with no or minimal upfront costs. Typical contracts have a duration of three to five years. Additional charges may apply for gateways, software-defined wide area networks, and other add-ons. Industry participants may deploy dedicated computing and networking resources on a client's premises. This approach prioritizes ultralow latency, data security, and customization, making it ideal for industrial automation, smart factories, and other applications that demand real-time control and stringent data privacy.

Frost & Sullivan analyzes numerous companies in an industry. This Frost Radar™ benchmarks service providers in North America, consisting of global system integrators and telecom operators. Those selected for further analysis based on their leadership or other distinctions are benchmarked across 10 Growth and Innovation criteria to reveal their position on the Frost Radar™. The publication presents competitive profiles of each company on the Frost Radar™, considering their strengths and the opportunities that best fit those strengths.