Managed Network Services Market

Managed Network Services Market Size

The global managed network services market was estimated at USD 66.24 billion in 2024. The market is expected to grow from USD 69.68 billion in 2025 to USD 115.83 billion in 2034, at a CAGR of 5.8%, according to latest report published by Global Market Insights Inc.

• The Global Managed Network Services (MNS) marketplace is becoming an essential aspect of the way organizations run their networks in today's environment. Rather than manage everything themselves, most organizations depend on service providers to manage, secure and oversee networks for them. For example, Verizon Business has a managed SD-WAN from office-to-office and cloud-to-cloud connectivity for companies who want to connect offices and direct access to cloud applications.
  
• In 2024, the market was estimated at USD 66.24 billion, and it is anticipated to grow considerably by 2030, reaching 91.31 billion. The greatest growth factor has been cloud-computing and the subsequent effect of remote work. Organizations have seen they need to connect employees, offices and data centers at a faster, and safer way using cloud-computing.
  
• AT&T and NTT Ltd. (Examples) provide a cloud based managed network service that enables companies to quickly scale bandwidth for their users, since they are outsourcing their Labors and services to on-demand cloud providers, and do not need to have the outlay of capital facilities and infrastructures and the expense of doing so.
  
• The other major change has been the move towards the introduction of "software-defined" networking (SD-WAN). Companies like BT Group and Lumen have a managed SD-WAN solution that allows intelligent routing of traffic to different assets or apps based upon the state or requirements of the application. A video call, for example, could be routed to a higher priority than much less urgent tasks or applications. This is a way in which you can improve levels of efficiency and lower your bandwidth cost.
  
• Security as a managed service is also an emerging trend. Instead of paying for a firewall or antivirus software, companies have access to the same security services as part of their networking services and companies like IBM and Cisco Systems have managed security monitoring services, which can detect the threat, oftentimes quicker and keep the organization compliant with the data regulation, not that this will change any of the bad guys, but in enterprises like banks or healthcare is important for data integrity.
  
• Managed Wi-Fi and LAN services are also growing. A large campus, school or hospital may not have the staff needed to manage thousands of access points. Orange and Vodafone are now offering a managed wireless LAN services to ensure strong Wi-Fi within a facility and providing the analytics needed to aggregate the information on end users of the network.
  
• Governments are also seeing the value of managed network management services. According to the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and European Commission reports, public agencies are more frequently looking to managed services for cost and cyber resilience. Many U.S. schools have incorporated managed Wi-Fi services into their managed networks through the federal E-rate program.
  
• Moving forward, the market should continue to grow because of ongoing adoption of hybrid work and increased connections of devices (Internet of Things, IoT). With 5G networks being deployed, managed services will also be managing the massive data traffic from connected cars, smart factories, and smart cities. Overall, MNS has transcended IT and is now the foundation for future digital economies.
  
  

Managed Network Services Market Trends

• One of the most significant trends is the transition to software-defined networks (SDN) and software-defined wide area networks (SD-WAN). Historically, networks have been burdened with hardware, as these networks were highly engineered, impossible to scale, and required manual fixes and implementations. Now, with a multitude of providers ranging from Cisco and Lumen to AT&T and Verizon Business, SD-WAN, as a managed service, brings routed traffic and faster connection to the cloud. Cisco's 2023 report found SD-WAN users in enterprises enjoyed 30% less spend on bandwidth versus MPLS.
  
• Another related trend is the rise of secure access service edge (SASE), which is often bundled with SD-WAN services. SASE is a term used for services that combine network and security with one cloud-delivered service. SD-WAN enables secure remote connectivity, which the managed services providers have had to bundle with SASE due to increased cybersecurity risk. As companies are adopting a more "network + security in one" approach due mainly to an increase in cyberattacks, they are quickly adopting this on a scale.
  
• The increase in managed Wi-Fi and LAN services will also begin to create a new market for organizations on a scale. As hybrid work, and campuses become "smart," offering easy to use wireless access has proven difficult for enterprises. Vodafone and Orange have recently begun to offer managed Wi-Fi that includes analytics features and allows the organization to view usage patterns to improve user experience. The managed Wi-Fi market has also grown significantly in the last few years as schools and libraries adopt these managed Wi-Fi services offered chiefly through the Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) E-Rate program.
  
• A further trend is the use of artificial intelligence (AI) for automated and monitored networks. IBM and NTT, for example, allow you to use AI to provide insights and data to prevent network outages, optimize bandwidth and understand network events before they turn into issues that impact customers. As AI matures, we will see an ever-greater opportunity for agility where teams will not need to wait on customers to raise network issues, and rather, they will be able to find issues long before they impact customers in a predictive and proactively operating environment.
  
• There is also the potential for managed services to grow in connection with 5G. Firms such as, BT Group, and T-Systems (of Deutsche Telekom) now have managed WAN networks that are 5G enabled or can connect with 5G, to allow ultra-low latency connections in industries such as manufacturing and logistics, industries that are also connected to others in various ways, with connected factories, remote surgeries, connected autonomous vehicles, barely scratching the surface.
  
• Moreover, sustainability and green networking are gaining traction in managed services. Providers such as Orange and NTT Data have, or will soon have, energy-efficient data centers and carbon reporting in order to have their managed service offerings comply with government targets, such as the EU's Green Deal, which states that all IT infrastructure providers must measure, track and incentivize reducing carbon emissions or offsetting to be compliant, and have capabilities to loan, hire or provide part of the services with green credentials.
  

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Based on service, the managed network services industry is divided into managed LAN, managed VPN, managed WAN, managed Wi-Fi, managed security, managed monitoring, and others. The managed WAN segment dominated the market, accounting for around 28% in 2024 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of over 6.4% through 2025 to 2034.

• Managed WAN (Wide Area Network) is the framework that ties together offices, data centers, and cloud platforms across cities and countries. As companies deploy more apps in the cloud, organizations require reliable and secure ways to link all applicable points. This is why WAN, and especially its newer varieties, e.g. SD-WAN, are so attractive in today's environment.
  
• One of the reasons WAN is desirable is cost savings and efficiency. For instance, Cisco reported that organizations deploying their SD-WAN resulted in an ROI of 400 percent in five years, by enabling speed of applications, reduced IT costs, and accelerating the provisioning of new branches. A retailer stated they could more quickly begin generating revenue from new stores because WAN provided an immediate connection for new sites.
  
• Security is another primary reason. On April 29, 2025, Verizon launched a new Gov Cloud-Managed SD-WAN that meets U.S. Government standards for security (i.e., FedRAMP High, NIST 800-53). This indicates that WAN is not only about connecting places, but the protection of sensitive data in sectors like defense, health care, and finance.
  
• WAN also supports business flexibility. In February 2022, Verizon entered full interoperability testing with VMware to add centralized orchestration capabilities to its Managed WAN, allowing a business to orchestrate all of its branch networks from a single dashboard and therefore creating the operational flexibility for an enterprise to rapidly grow or adjust to a need for remote work.
  
• New technology models like SASE (Secure Access Service Edge) also heavily rely on WAN. SASE is a new network security model that utilizes an all-in-one cloud service delivery/architecture, and SD-WAN is foundational to this service. Simply put WAN is a more valuable resource as businesses look for one cloud-native solution and tighter integrations.
  
• Moreover, governments demonstrate the value of WAN. India is in the implementation phase of a Statewide Area Network (SWAN) project, communicating the value of electronic government or e-Governance. The SWAN project, a part of the e-Governance plan, connects thousands of government offices at all levels (local, state, and national) within India. Therefore, creating a snapshot from India would identify WAN as an important infrastructure investment not only for private industry but also public services.
  

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Based on organization size, the managed network services market is segmented into small & medium sized enterprises (SMEs), large enterprises. Large enterprises dominate the market with 65% share in 2024, and the segment is expected to grow at a CAGR of over 5.9% from 2025 to 2034.

• Large enterprises have been by far the most common users of Managed Network Services (MNS) and there are clear reasons for this. Large enterprises manage very complex networks and typically on a global scale, linking together the enterprise and remote employees across the world, respective offices and data centers, and clouds. Managing these networks internally is a resource-intensive effort with specialized skills needed. MNS services providers typically offer managed solutions like managed WAN, managed SD-WAN services.
  
• One useful example is Cisco’s recent project with National Instruments to roll out SD-WAN globally across 88 sites and achieved 30 times bandwidth increase while reducing costs. Systems like this show how MNS on every dimension of scale, performance, and efficiency directly relates to outcomes for large businesses. Small firms might not deal with the same level of impact complexity and therefore may avoid seeing similar benefits.
  
• Another important driver comes from the lack of IT talent. According to Verizon (Sept 2024), nearly six of ten CIOs admit they do not have the people or skills to manage their network demands. Large enterprises can leverage MNS providers for expert managed solutions without building teams internally. The lack of people and other "skills gap" is expected to be one of the biggest drivers of outsourcing as enterprises evaluate their organizational networks.
  
• The expectations that accompany technology are also significant. For instance, larger organizations demand leading features like proactive monitoring and predictive analytics. Cisco's newly announced Predictive Path Recommendations (PPR) uses AI to monitor and resolve network performance issues before they affect users, much-needed tools in big enterprises where downtime can potentially lose the company millions.
  

Based on deployment mode, the managed network services market is segmented into on premises, and cloud. The on-premises segment dominates the global market.

• On-premises infrastructure offers an unmatched control and security level compared to cloud infrastructure, partially why it is dominant in many sectors. Companies representing industries heavily regulated by the government (i.e., finance, defense, healthcare) will use deployment of retainers where they manage the sensitive data directly and are still in charge of how and where the network is configured. This results in having the ability to have customized encryption protocols, policies for access control and remain compliant with regulations specific to their jurisdiction that could not easily be strictly adhered to by solutions in the cloud.
  
• The reliance and performance of on-premises also can't be ignored. On-premises relies less on a connection to the internet like there is with cloud services. Latency would be less, and an organization doesn't rely on internet bandwidth. It is very important for businesses to use real-time data (i.e., manufacturing, and industrial IoT). To ensure constant connectivity and response time no response time, I would suggest there is always a better guarantee that when infrastructure can exist on-premises.
  
• From a cost standpoint, on-premises deployment provides a more reliable long-term cost. There may be higher initial capital expenditures but the lack of annual subscription fees and the ability to fully utilize infrastructure leads to overall economy. This was seen in large technology providers like Intel with more than 380,000 servers installed and orchestrated in their data centers (March 2022) to power chip design capabilities. Japan's Preferred Networks, also in 2022, recognized they needed 2,000 GPUs to power a supercomputer for AI training, which could not happen any other way than local deployment.
  
• For instance, in 2023, Mint Service Desk participated in The Service Desk & IT Support Show in London where on-premises services were demonstrated and received thoughtful reactions. Although Mint was not making pronouncements as much as showcasing on-premises services, the inkling was to distinguish the benefits of on-premises service with manageable benefits such as security, stability in cost, and not being tethered to any external subscription fees or third-party plants for improved performance.
  

Based on end use industry, the managed network services market is segmented into BFSI, IT & Telecommunications, retail & e commerce, healthcare, manufacturing, government & utilities, media & entertainment, education, and others. The BFSI segment dominates the market.

• The Banking, Financial Services and Insurance (BFSI) sector is the most significant consumer of Managed Network Services (MNS) worldwide. The reason for this is that BFSI companies need fast, secure and dependable networks to manage sensitive financial data, remotely and at all their branch locations, either by way of banking apps or web platforms where users can access their financial data in real time.
  
• One significant reason is the level of security, including compliance requirements in BFSI. To meet compliance requirements, financial institutions throughout the globe are legally obligated to follow legal governing bodies such as the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), the SEC (U.S.) and others.
  
• Managed network providers, such as Cisco Meraki utilize solutions that incorporate both hardware and software solutions to provide continuous enhancements and assist banks in meeting compliance with existing tools such as firewalls, encrypted VPN/multi-hop connections, continuous auditing, documentation, etc., these solutions requirements often presume that they always exist with digital delivery.
  
• IT & telecommunication companies are among the earliest adopters of MNS offers, particularly due to operational necessity where there are no breaks in connectivity, significant data traffic, extensive distributed infrastructures, and they themselves have outsourced most operational services ('managed services') to networking providers. Telecom companies rely on Managed Services to manage components of their services to clients, monitoring time on the network, optimizing bandwidth for both client and ISP's, and to ensure internet services can be powered at high speeds. For instance, Bharti Airtel (in 2023) expanded its managed network services via Nxtra Data Centers to support its telecom clients as a repurposed solution for cloud-based and hybrid networking solution delivery models, offering them reliable and scalable managed services for telecom model clients, with focus on data center use.
  
• Hospitals, clinics, and health systems all need real time, secure access to patient records and telemedicine platforms. Managed Network Services can help facilities to stay compliant with HIPAA or local health data regulations, managing IOT devices like monitors and scanners instead of worrying about an IT overhead. Several hospitals in India began deploying MNS platforms integrated into EMR (Electronic Medical Records) systems in early 2024 as part of system efficiencies to secure the flow of patient data harmoniously between departments.
  
• Furthermore, educational institutions have also used MNS for online learning capabilities, digital libraries and for access to the internet across the campus. In 2024, multiple higher education institutions in Southeast Asia managed Wi-Fi and cloud-based network monitoring service for a seamless connection that allowed students and staff to have constant access when hybrid learning was being conducted in conjunction with reliable access availability.
  

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North America dominated the global managed network services market with around 33% market share and generated around USD 21.91 billion revenue in 2024.

• The Managed Network Services (MNS) market is dominated by North America, an outcome made easier by its mature digital infrastructure, high enterprise IT adoption, and established global technology providers. Companies such as Cisco, AT&T, Verizon, and MetTel set high markers for quality by embedding an array of state-of-the-art technologies into their managed services, across many types of verticals such as healthcare, government, finance, and logistics. Each of these organizations are in continuous platform upgrades with automation, AI-based analytics, and cloud-native functionality making the region well-suited for advanced network outsourcing.
  
• The expected growth of MNS continues to be defined by government-led programs in North America. For example, MTIPS (Managed Trusted Internet Protocol Service) run through U.S. General Services Administration requires federal agencies to provide secure centrally managed internet access.
  
• The providers in this region are also strengthening their offered capabilities through a series of strategic partnerships and acquisitions. As an example, Zayo Group, an infrastructure provider based in North America, announced in early 2024 a strategic partnership with Netskope, with a focus on expanding secure edge and cloud capabilities within its managed services portfolio.
  
• Technologically, providers such as MetTel, have integrated AI/machine learning, zero-touch provisioning, and built-in support for new technology, such as SASE, private 5G, and satellite WAN into their service delivery framework, giving organizations more secure, efficient and agile ways to manage distributed networks. In 2024, MetTel was recognized for its continued leadership and commitment to innovation in network management.
  

U.S. dominated the North America managed network services market with around 89% market share and generated around USD 19.49 billion revenue in 2024.

• The U.S. leads the North American Managed Network Services (MNS) ecosystem. This is due to a strong ecosystem of network technology providers, broad enterprise digitalization, and a reliable government to industry connection. U.S.-based companies at the forefront of the MNS market include Cisco, AT&T, IBM, Lumen Technologies and many others, through continuous innovation in managed security, automation, and connectivity services.
  
• A key advantage of MNS leadership in the U.S. is the amount of technology built into the offerings. Cisco launched the first "Managed Campus" platform in 2024, as a primary use case for a Managed Service Provider (MSP) to combine networking hardware, software, and support into a network-as-a-service (NaaS) solution to allow flexibility and reduce operational complexity for enterprises.
  
• The combination of secure SD-WAN, private 5G, and SASE (Secure Access Service Edge) frameworks, correspond to the entire level of investment in U.S. technical leadership. Cisco’s SD-WAN with Cloud On-Ramp optimizes application performance, making it as much as 40% faster for Microsoft 365, and enables connection via both hybrid access on-premises or in the cloud using secure connectivity. These various technologies and advanced services are very appealing now for U.S. MNS solutions while organizations embrace hybrid and multi-cloud architectures.
  
• The U.S. government is indirectly supporting the growth of MNS through its investments in "digital infrastructure". Federally, programs like the Federal Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program, as well as the Technology Modernization Fund (TMF), are marking billions for the modernization of public and federal networks, ultimately that contributes to the growth of managed connectivity.
  

Europe managed network services accounted for USD 16.99 billion in 2024 and is anticipated to show lucrative growth over the forecast period.

• Europe's managed network services market is set to rise sharply between 2025 - 2034 with a focus on digital infrastructure investment, regulation, and innovation. This growth is supported by efforts from the public and private sector, recognizing the need for improved connectivity, security, and service delivery.
  
• An ongoing value addition by the EU is its strategy of connecting space focus. In 2024, the EU initiated a €10.6b agreement commencing the Iris satellite constellation composed of 290 satellites. While this is not wholly funded by private investment (61% is public funding), it aspires to offer high speed secure communications services that improve Europe connectivity and potential alternatives to private industry like Starlink. The operational capability is likely to come by 2030 allowing for the build out of Europe s digital infrastructure.
  
• On November 18, 2024, the government of France nationalized Alcatel Submarine Networks (ASN), a leading manufacturer and installer of submarine telecom cables, by acquiring 80% of the firm from Nokia. This operation, which provides it with the necessary resources to manufacture and upgrade submarine cables, demonstrates that telecom infrastructure issues have risen to a strategic level, and that it also aims to build France's position in terms of connectivity on a global scale.
  
• Europe is increasing its cybersecurity posture to help boost MNS growth. The Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) drafted in 2024 and adopted on October 1, 2024, established considerable obligations regarding cybersecurity for hardware and software manufactured or sold within the EU.
  

The managed network services market in the UK is expected to experience significant and promising growth from 2025 to 2034 at a CAGR of 5.4%.

• The United Kingdom is uniquely situated to create high-value opportunity in the European Managed Network Services (MNS) market. The availability of digital infrastructure, telecom policy, and domestic services ecosystem are crucial factors. Another contributing factor is the UK government's investment in connectivity projects such as the Shared Rural Network (SRN), which is intended to deliver 95% 4G geographic coverage to the UK by the end of 2025. This project and the others in place are critical to national roll-out of managed services, particularly in rural areas to establish a baseline availability and consistency of services across the UK.
  
• A large contributing factor to the UK's dominance is innovation in telecom architecture. The UK government funded several projects through the Open Networks Ecosystem competition, seeking to increase testing and deployments of Open RAN and adaptive network technologies in the UK. Projects like NAVIGATE (launched in September 2023) in London and ON-SIDE (up until 2025) in Glasgow are developing scalable and dynamic private 5G networks, appropriate technologies for enterprise-grade managed services, which reduce vendor lock-in while developing network flexibility and resilience.
  
• Security must also be considered as a central component in the ecosystem of MNS. The UK's Telecommunications Security Act imposes some of the most stringent standards in Europe. More recently, the UK government in July 2024 also introduced legislation (the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill) that includes Managed Service Providers as new legal obligations to have national minimum levels security.
  
• Security as part of the ecosystem is also amplified by the size and maturity of the UK market for MSPs. As of February 2024, there were almost 11,500 active managed service providers operating within the UK, employing just 300,000 employees, and generating gross revenues over £52bn. The UK Government consulted with the MSP sector and confirmed that they are seizing huge market opportunities and are critical to delivering digital transformation across the private and public sectors.
  

Asia Pacific managed network services accounted for USD 15.02 billion in 2024 and is anticipated to show lucrative growth over the forecast period.

• The managed network services market in Asia-Pacific is forecast to grow rapidly between 2025 and 2034, due to technological, economic, and policy developments. Through digital transformation projects need secure digital networks that are reliable and scalable to properly manage (expected) high data volumes, fueling enormous demand for managed network services and service providers.
  
• 5G technology is drastically changing network demands as service providers and homegrown technology companies in Asia-Pacific are investing billions into big 5G network deployments. For example, Nokia and Huawei unveiled new 5G network products that feature network management software that incorporates artificial intelligence (AI) technology to improve performance and reduce outages.
  
• In December 2023, Nokia announced that they were collaborating with several telecommunication operators in Japan to roll out AI-enabled 5G private networks in manufacturing environments intended to advance predictive maintenance and to support the ongoing real-time measuring and monitoring initiatives. These types of innovations require expert managed services to help organizations maintain and improve their networks, helping to grow the managed network services market.
  
• The expansion of cloud computing and edge computing in industries such as manufacturing, health care, and finance, has been a catalyst for increased demand for end-to-end network management. With hybrid cloud environments quickly adopted by enterprises moving their critical workloads, comes much network complexity to manage. Additionally, government agencies in 2023, such as the Indian Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology in its Digital India report, pointed to improvements in existing cloud infrastructure and cyber security frameworks, subsequently recommending managed network services.
  
• As a result of the accelerated adoption of hybrid work, enterprises are, post-pandemic, now relying more heavily on hybrid managed network services to provide secure and more importantly unconstrained superior connectivity. Large Australian and South Korean corporations in their 2024 sustainability and technology reports, have reported publicly they are investing heavily in managed network services for hybrid models, determining it will keep their operations always functioning.

The managed network services market in the China is expected to experience significant and promising growth from 2025 to 2034 at a CAGR of 7.4%.

• China holds a leading position in the Asia-Pacific Managed Network Services (MNS) market due to large-scale infrastructure investments, government-assisted innovation, telecom innovations from its national carriers, and intense targeted regulatory oversight. This national integrated approach enables China to provide more secure, scalable and future-ready managed network services across industry sectors.
  
• A key foundational strength of China is its digital infrastructure which was improved in 2023 by an astounding 4.74 million kilometers of national optical fiber network, over a total of 64 million kilometers. Broadband access ports surpassed 1.14 billion connections, enabling vast potential for enterprise services coverage and capacity. Furthermore, in July 2024, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) gave their approval for the development of international communication gateway exchanges (transformational nodes) in Nanning, Kunming, Qingdao, and Haikou.
  
• In April 2024, a significant milestone occurred with the unveiling of China’s national supercomputing network. With over 200 supercomputing centers and 3,200 intelligent computing models operating on this powerful system that was designed to enable applications from AI through industrial simulation to managed remote applications, the combination of data with intelligent high-speed connections, puts China in the position to offer a leading, advanced, high-performance MNS platform.
  
• In addition to the enabling infrastructure, regulatory support has enhanced China's position in the world of managed network services. In September 2024, the National People’s Congress passed new regulations on Network Data Security Management which will apply January 2025. These regulations put stricter compliance requirements on data governance for managed service providers that operate outside the country.
  

Latin America managed network services market accounted for USD 5.5 billion in 2024 and is anticipated to show lucrative growth over the forecast period.

• Governments in Latin America are investing in digital infrastructure to improve connectivity and promote economic growth. For example, Brazil's Finance Minister announced in 2024 the plan for a national data center policy, including tax incentives to promote technology investments. This policy aims to help Brazil become an attractive place for green infrastructure, which is underpinned by the country's available renewable energy resources. While Brazil is still importing 60 percent of its data center services, and over 80 percent of the country's electricity is generated by renewable sources, it all points to the opportunity for growth with managed network services.
  
• Technology is increasingly contributing to the growth of managed network services in the region. In May 2024, Mexico's Megacable completed a long-distance optical transmission testing process with Nokia at 1.1 terabits per second. This accomplishment is the first time a single operator in Latin America has implemented an optical channel of this capacity in an active network. This initiative will help improve the capacity of Megacable’s network in providing pay TV, internet and telephone services across Mexico.
  
• Growth in managed network services is also being driven by regional connectivity improvements. In June 2025, Chile and Google made an agreement on a 14,800 km fiber-optic submarine cable called the Humboldt Cable that connects Chile to Australia, it is expected to be operational by 2027 and provide a capacity of 144 terabits per second. Since the cable connects South America and the Asia Pacific region, the improved connectivity is expected to improve transfer and reliability of data, and this will be a benefit for both consumers and businesses.
  

The managed network services market in the Brazil is expected to experience significant and promising growth from 2025 to 2034 at a CAGR of 5.7%.

• Brazil’s prominent position in the Managed Network Services (MNS) market in Latin America is reflected in its superior digital infrastructure and regulatory support, as well as its extensive and effective use of satellite-enabled connectivity to serve remote and underserved communities, and to expand its managed service capabilities through the strategic acquisition of managed services companies.
  
• The entire Brazilian story starts with IX.br, a supported Internet Exchange Point (IXP) initiative, developed by the government that, as of 2023, managing a total of 36 IXPs with aggregated peak traffic exceeding 31 Tb/s, making it the largest IXP aggregator in the world. Specifically, the São Paulo IXP itself accounted for over 22 Tb/s and had, as of early 2024, over 2,400 autonomous systems (ASNs).
  
• Consequently, while Brazil’s investment in connectivity and infrastructure support focused urban areas, Brazil has extended infrastructure connectivity beyond urban areas through the federal GESAC program via Telebras, that is directed primarily to deploying digital inclusion for severely under connected remote or underserved communities through satellite connectivity since 2017. As of April 2024, Telebras, with SES, connected over 1,500 Internet access points using SES-17 satellite - covering schools, health centers, tele centers, and indigenous villages in Brazil's Northern region.
  
• Telebras plays a similar role with its SGDC satellite network and a 28,880 km national fiber-optic backbone in 2023, and which integrates ground-based infrastructure along transmission corridors, such as transmission lines, gas pipelines, and highways that allows a wide range of managed service delivery access and a resilient environment.
  

Middle East and Africa managed network services market accounted for USD 6.81 billion in 2024 and is anticipated to show lucrative growth over the forecast period.

• The countries of the MEA region have begun investing in digital infrastructure, so that the connection can increase and improve economic growth. For example, Saudi -Arabia's McIT has announced investment of USD 26.66 million at a time of attendance wealth to increase data centers, international submarine cables and the country's digital infrastructure, while responding to the growing demand for controlled networking services.
  
• Technology is an important factor behind the development of networking services administered in the region.  In addition, in May 2024, Saudi Telecom Company (STC) and Nokia unveiled a managed software-defined wide network (SD-Wise) solution, STC SD-Waun, based on the Nuji Network Platform. This service provides dynamic, automatic, programmable and effective network services to commercial customers, providing flexibility and scalability from the perspective of the infrastructure.
  
• Investments in the private sector also run the growth of networking services administered in the MEA sector. In June 2024, Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Orange entered a partnership in a partnership to offer adaptable cloud computing services in Morocco and Senegal through AWS Wavelength to help meet market requirements in banking, telecommunications and health sectors.
  
• Expansion of regional connection also increases the development of managed network services. The Q4 2Africa Submarine Cable project prescribed by Q4 2025 will provide 46 landing stations to 33 countries across Africa and Middle East and Europe and will equally increase both internet connection and data transfer rates for companies and users.
  

The managed network services market in the UAE is expected to experience significant and promising growth from 2025 to 2034 at a CAGR of 3.9%.

• The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has positioned itself as a regional leader in the Managed Network Services (MNS) market across Middle East & Africa owing to high levels of investment in digital infrastructure, regulatory support, and technology innovation.
  
• An important factor in this dominance is the investment of the UAE in the market that leads to telecom infrastructure. In February 2023, Emirates Integrated Telecom Company (DU) collaborated with Nokia, which was previously to build the 400g National Optical Backbone Network, which would increase national connection and also enable the services to the next generation. This investment reflects the flexible infrastructure and UAE's obligation to create the network to support the extended offer from MNS.
  
• Technology innovation is key to the UAE's MNS leadership. In February 2024, e& UAE also became the first company outside of North America to implement Microsoft's solution, Azure Operator Nexus and Azure Operator 5G Core solutions. This artificial intelligence-based platform affords e& UAE to set up overall network service, introduce automation of operations, and improve overall security to eventually enable fully automated, zero-touch network operations.
  
• Also, the UAE's strategic patterns further expand its MNS capabilities. In May 2025, the UAE and United States announced plans to build a 5-gigawatt AI data center in Abu Dhabi, the largest AI campus in the world, outside of the U.S. The purpose of this initiative is to boost AI and cloud technology infrastructure development and accelerate the UAE's git capacity as a global leader in digital innovation as an example.
  

Managed Network Services Market Share

• As of April 2024, the largest 10 companies in the global managed network services industry are Lumen, AT&T, NTT, Vodafone, Cisco Systems, T-System, Verizon, BT, IBM, Orange contributed around 50% of sales in 2024.
  
• In April 2025, Vodafone Business expanded its existing partnership with Fortinet to deliver converged networking and cybersecurity services to enterprise customers around the world. Vodafone Business' new offering converges SD-WAN and SASE to secure hybrid work working environments for enterprise customers.
  
• In 2024, Lumen was awarded a $73.6 million contract with the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) for secure managed network services including VPN, Ethernet transport, and videoconferencing. Lumen also released a partnership announcement with Meta for ai network capacity, and with AWS for network operations in support of generative AI applications.
  
• In November 2023, AT&T announced that it created a new standalone managed cybersecurity services business focusing on integrated network-embedded security capabilities for small and medium-sized enterprises.
  
• In August 2023, Verizon Business announced a global strategic partnership with HCLTech for managed network services. Together they plan to bring a best-in-class MNS portfolio that includes 5G, SD-WAN, and SASE to enterprise customers to streamline the overall efficiency and security of their networks.
  

Managed Network Services Market Companies

      Major players operating in the managed network services industry are:

• Lumen
• PCCW
• AT&T
• NTT
• Vodafone
• Cisco Systems
• T-System
• Verizon
• BT
• IBM
• Orange
  
• PCCW is fully operational with managed connection services through Console Connect providing SD-Wise and Connectivity Services on Demand! In 2024, PCCW Global and Global switch added to their joint global connection capacities creating opportunities through Asia.
  
• AT&T SD-WAN provides managed network services including SASE and Cyber Security Services. AT&T announces at the end of November 2023, that a stand-alone managed Cyber Security Service has been formed that focuses on penetrating integrated network safety capabilities for small and medium sized businesses.
  
• NTT offers managed network services, including SD-WAN, SASE and cloud connectivity services. NTT has been actively developing its managed network service portfolio by launching new AI-enabled SD-WAN services, earlier developing SD-WAN innovation services capabilities. NTT has been expanding its global data center footprint as part of its focus to support enterprises embarking on their digital transformation journeys.
  
• Vodafone Business offers managed network services, including SD-WAN, SASE, as well as cybersecurity services. In April 2025, it expanded its partnership with Fortinet to offer converged networking and cybersecurity services globally, incorporating SD-WAN and SASE solutions to secure hybrid work environments.
  
• Cisco offers a full line of managed network services including SD-WAN, SASE, and network security services. Cisco remains active in advancing managed network services through SD-WAN and SASE and will continue to deliver secure and scalable enterprise networks worldwide.
  
• BT offers managed network services including SD-WAN, SASE, and cloud connectivity services. BT Group is active in expanding its managed network services through integrating technology capabilities such as artificial intelligence and automation with the goal of providing secure and scalable enterprise networks.
  
• IBM offers managed network services including SD-WAN, SASE, and cloud connectivity services. IBM would seem to be active in expanding its managed network services by integrating AI-driven analytics and automation into its network services solutions with the goal of delivering intelligent and efficient network management to enterprises.
  

Managed Network Services Industry News

• In November 13, 2024, PCCW Global's Console Connect platform announced a partnership with Altice Wholesale Solutions to create targeted enterprise cloud connectivity in Portugal. By launching a new Point of Presence at the Altice LdV data center, the partnership opened a pathway to secure data transfers, especially for financial service providers looking for the best cloud access.
  
• In August 10, 2023, Verizon Business took a bold step by announcing a global partnership with HCLTech to deliver managed network services using five years of strategic relationship building. The partnership marries Verizon's unrivaled networking capabilities with HCLTech's managed service capabilities.
  
• In November 2023 AT&T created a standalone managed cyber security services business. AT&T's mate managed cyber services will focus on embedded security capabilities in the company's network for small and medium enterprises.
  
• In 2024, IBM unveiled the fourth iteration of its FlashCore Module (FCM v4) which consists of quantum-safe encryption technologies. This will strengthen the usage of FCMs in IBM-managed network services while increasing the security of data against possible quantum computing opportunities in the future.
  

The managed network services market research report includes in-depth coverage of the industry with estimates & forecasts in terms of revenue ($Bn) from 2021 to 2034, for the following segments:

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Market, by Service

• Managed LAN
• Managed VPN
• Managed WAN
• Managed Wi-Fi
• Managed security
• Managed monitoring
• Others

Market, by Deployment Mode

• On Premises
• Cloud

Market, by Organization Size

• Small & medium sized enterprises (SMEs)
• Large enterprises     

Market, by End Use Industry

• BFSI
• IT & Telecommunications
• Retail & e commerce
• Healthcare
• Manufacturing
• Government & utilities
• Media & entertainment
• Education
• Others                     

The above information is provided for the following regions and countries:

• North America
  • US
  • Canada
• Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Nordics
  • Russia
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • India
  • Japan
  • Australia
  • Indonesia
  • Philippines
  • Thailand
  • South Korea
  • Singapore
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
  • Argentina
• Middle East and Africa
  • Saudi Arabia
  • South Africa
  • UAE