Revenue Forecast:

The revenue estimate for the base year 2023 is $788.8 million, with a projected CAGR of 2.0% for the study period from 2023 to 2028 in the Network Packet Brokers Market, Global, 2024–2028.

scope of analysis

• NPBs are network devices that direct traffic between 2 switches or 2 routers.
• They form the basis of network monitoring as they help network administrators manage device connections.

The study aims to:

•   describe drivers and restraints affecting the global NPB market
•   provide a quantitative model that describes market revenue by products and regions
•   offer strategic recommendations to vendors

The study focuses on the following areas:

•   Module: Basic/matrix switches and intelligent switches
•   Basic switches connect 2 interfaces, while intelligent switches, in addition to providing basic connections, offer filtering and traffic shaping and perform other intelligent tasks.

End-user scope

• Service providers, including network, internet, and cloud service providers
• Governments, including research organizations
• Enterprises, including financial service, industrial/manufacturing, and retail companies

Geographic scope
 Americas

•   North America: The United States and Canada
•   Latin America (LATAM), including Mexico

Europe

•  Germany, the United Kingdom, France, Italy, and Rest of Europe (RoE) 

  RoE: Scandinavia, Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) countries, Benelux, Iberia (Spain and Portugal), Austria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, Slovakia, Slovenia, Ireland, Nordic countries (Norway, Sweden, Finland, Denmark, Iceland), Albania, Bosnia, Bulgaria, Greece, Serbia, Turkey, Estonia, Lithuania, Switzerland, Latvia, and Romania 
  CIS countries: Russia, Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Moldova, Tajikistan, and Armenia

Asia-Pacific (APAC)

•   India, China, Japan, South Korea, and the Rest of APAC 

  Rest of APAC: Taiwan, Australia and New Zealand (ANZ), Sri Lanka, Pakistan, North Korea, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, and Southeast Asia

The Middle East and Africa (MEA)

•   The Middle East: Bahrain, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Palestine, Kuwait, Oman, and Lebanon 
•   Africa: South Africa, West Africa, and Sub-Saharan Africa
   

Segmentation

NPBs

• Modules
  • Basic/matrix Switches
  • Intelligent Switches
• Capacity
  • 1-40 G
  • 41-100 G
  • 400 G

The Impact of the Top 3 Strategic Imperatives

Innovative Business Models

Why:

•   Modular test equipment is becoming increasingly cost-effective compared to traditional benchtop test products, offering enhanced software-centric capabilities and ease of use.
•   The demand for 400 gigabit (G) NPBs is rising due to increased bandwidth requirements and the proliferation of test access points (TAPs) within networks.

Frost Perspective:

•   The shift towards modular and software-centric solutions is essential for meeting the evolving demands of network testing and management.
•   As bandwidth and network complexity grow, the adoption of 400 G NPBs will be crucial for maintaining optimal network performance and security.

Transformative Megatrends

Why:

•   The integration of NPBs with other test solutions, such as TAPs and probes, enhances the overall effectiveness of network security and monitoring.
•   The convergence of service providers and enterprise participants utilizing NPBs alongside various test solutions creates a competitive landscape that drives innovation and efficiency.

Frost Perspective:

•   The competitive intensity in the NPB market is fueled by the need for comprehensive test coverage and the ability to swiftly identify and mitigate threats.
•   Companies that leverage the combined capabilities of NPBs and other network solutions will gain a significant advantage in securing and optimizing their networks.

Industry Convergence
 

Why:

•   The emergence of hybrid solutions, cloud-based models, and intelligent tools is reshaping the NPB market, driving growth and innovation.
•   There is a growing necessity for NPBs to incorporate both basic and advanced features to keep pace with increasing network capacity and speed.

Frost Perspective:

•   The integration of intelligent systems into NPBs will be vital for companies aiming to enhance their network management capabilities amidst rising complexity.
•   The nascent use of NPBs in AI testing presents substantial opportunities for growth and development in the medium term, particularly from 2026 onwards.

In conclusion, the strategic imperatives of transformative megatrends, competitive intensity, and disruptive technologies are significantly shaping the future of the Network Packet Brokers market, driving innovation and necessitating advanced solutions to meet the demands of modern network environments.

Competitive Environment