PUBLISHER: MarketsandMarkets | PRODUCT CODE: 1845353
PUBLISHER: MarketsandMarkets | PRODUCT CODE: 1845353
The global network automation market is expected to grow from USD 7.88 billion in 2025 to USD 12.38 billion by 2030, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.4% during the forecast period. The global network automation market is driven by factors such as rising network complexity resulting from multi-cloud adoption, hybrid IT infrastructures, IoT proliferation, and edge computing, creating a strong need for automated management. The widespread deployment of SDN, NFV, and intent-based networking further accelerates this trend, as these technologies require large-scale policy enforcement and programmability.
Scope of the Report | |
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Years Considered for the Study | 2020-2030 |
Base Year | 2024 |
Forecast Period | 2025-2030 |
Units Considered | Value (USD Million/ Billion) |
Segments | By Offering, Network Automation Type, Network Type, End User, and Region |
Regions covered | North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, the Middle East & Africa, and Latin America |
Growing cybersecurity threats and stringent compliance requirements are pushing enterprises to automate monitoring, patching, and governance. Additionally, the rollouts of 5G and edge networks are creating distributed, low-latency environments that cannot be managed manually, while advancements in AI, ML, analytics, and zero-touch provisioning enable predictive, self-healing, and highly resilient networks. However, the market faces restraints such as high initial investment costs, challenges in integrating with legacy systems, a shortage of skilled professionals, potential security vulnerabilities in automated systems, and interoperability issues that may lead to vendor lock-in. These drivers and restraints are shaping the adoption and evolution of network automation across industries.
Based on offering, the software segment is expected to hold the largest market share during the forecast period
Software in the network automation comprises platforms and tools that enable automated network management, orchestration, and optimization across complex, multi-vendor environments. It includes configuration management, analytics and monitoring solutions, policy-driven automation, and intent-based networking applications, helping organizations streamline provisioning, enforce consistent policies, and reduce operational errors. The growing complexity of networks, driven by the adoption of multi-cloud, IoT, and edge computing, along with the rise of SDN, NFV, and AI-driven management, is accelerating the demand for software solutions. As a critical subsegment, software empowers enterprises and service providers to achieve agility, scalability, and operational efficiency, supporting broader digital transformation initiatives.
Based on the network type, the cloud networks segment is expected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period
The rapid shift toward hybrid and multi-cloud environments represents a major growth area for network automation. Cloud service providers and enterprises are leveraging automation to orchestrate network services across distributed environments, ensuring agility, scalability, and consistent performance. Automated cloud networking enables seamless integration of workloads across public and private clouds, enhances service delivery through APIs and programmable infrastructure, and reduces operational costs by eliminating repetitive tasks. In addition, cloud-native automation tools help maintain compliance and security in highly dynamic, elastic network environments, positioning this segment as a cornerstone of modern enterprise networking.
Asia Pacific is expected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period
The Asia Pacific region is emerging as the fastest-growing market for network automation, driven by rapid digital transformation, the expansion of 5G networks, and increasing demand for efficient IT infrastructure. Countries such as China, India, and Japan are leading the way, with significant investments in network infrastructure and a growing number of enterprises adopting automation solutions to enhance operational efficiency. The proliferation of smart cities, the rise of Industry 4.0 initiatives, and the need for scalable, agile networks are further propelling the adoption of network automation technologies across the region. This growth is also supported by the increasing availability of cloud services and advancements in artificial intelligence, which enable more intelligent and responsive network management. Overall, Asia Pacific presents substantial opportunities for vendors and service providers in the network automation space, with a strong emphasis on innovation, scalability, and digital resilience.
Breakdown of primaries
We interviewed Chief Executive Officers (CEOs), directors of innovation and technology, system integrators, and executives from several significant network automation market companies.
Some of the significant network automation vendors are Cisco (US), IBM (US), HPE (US), Huawei (China), VMware (US), Arista Networks (US), Nokia (Finland), Ericsson (Sweden), Extreme Networks (US), and Fujitsu (Japan).
The market report covered the network automation market across segments. We estimated the market size and growth potential for various segments based on offering, network automation type, network type, end-user, and region. It contains a thorough competition analysis of the major market participants, information about their businesses, essential observations about their product offerings, current trends, and critical market strategies.
With information on the most accurate revenue estimates for the whole network automation industry and its subsegments, the research will benefit market leaders and recent newcomers. Stakeholders will benefit from this report's enhanced understanding of the competitive environment, which will enable them to better position their companies and develop effective go-to-market strategies. The research provides insights into the primary market drivers, constraints, opportunities, and challenges, enabling players to grasp the industry's pulse.
Analysis of key drivers (Rising network complexity & scale, need for operational efficiency & cost reduction, and security & compliance requirements), restraints (High initial investment & integration challenges, and lack of skilled workforce), opportunities (Integration of AI and ML in network automation to drive autonomous networks, 5G & edge computing expansion, and cloud-native & multi-vendor interoperability), and challenges (Security risks of automated networks, and vendor lock-in & interoperability issues).