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Edge Computing Platforms (Transitioning to Edge Computing)
Edge Computing PlatformsReviews and Ratings
What are Edge Computing Platforms?
Edge computing platform (ECP) delivers software infrastructure and/or services to support edge applications and data processing, centralized management and orchestration of the edge software stack at many remote sites, and edge, cloud and endpoint connectivity and integration.
The ECP market provides a foundation, management and orchestration, and cloud integration for widely distributed edge computing nodes where a large number of locations and zero-touch management are required. Edge computing locations are at or near the physical edge (e.g., plant floors, retail stores, vehicles, 5G mobile edge compute [MEC], micro data centers, etc.).
The ECP supports edge workloads, which demand low latency, local data processing and/or disconnected state. This includes local applications, data filtering, streaming data analysis, closed-loop automation and AI/machine learning (ML). Containers are the most common edge-native application architecture, with variants of Kubernetes clustering. However, virtual machines are also used to support traditional or existing operational technology (OT) workloads.
The ECP can be software and/or services. It doesn’t include hardware — although the software infrastructure of some ECPs can be integrated (as appliances) in hardware, or limited to specialty hardware.
Features of Edge Computing Platforms (Transitioning to Edge Computing)
Updated November 2024
Mandatory Features:
Edge software infrastructure — Enables containers/clustering or hypervisors, secure by design, with scalability and workload flexibility
Cloud integration and networking — Integrates seamlessly with cloud-based data services and applications, and enables both upstream and downstream networking
Edge management and orchestration — Provides centralized and zero-touch management for the full software stack (including applications), automated and secure onboarding, fleet design and deployment, data storage management services, continuous updates and rollback
ZEDEDA delivers a cloud-native edge management and orchestration solution, complete with an open source edge operating system. It can power any app, anywhere, on any network. ZEDEDA simplifies the operations of edge AI infrastructure and AI-based applications at scale.
ZEDEDA ensures extensibility and flexibility by utilizing an open partner ecosystem with a robust app marketplace. ZEDEDA leverages an open architecture built on EVE-OS, from the Linux Foundation. EVE-OS is a lightweight, open-source Linux-based edge operating system, with open orchestration APIs.
ZEDEDA is delivered as a service and includes 24/7/365 support for the open source EVE-OS.
Avassa for Edge is a solution that helps enterprises deploy, operate, and monitor applications across distributed edge sites. Designed for reliability and control, it brings cloud-like automation to on-site edge environments, ensuring performance, security, and scalability, even in offline scenarios.
Managing applications across distributed edge sites can be complex. Downtime, security and compliance threats, and diverse hardware stacks are constant challenges, and traditional cloud tools often lack the control and autonomy required at the edge. Organizations need an edge management system that brings consistency and automation to on-site operations.
The Avassa Edge Platform is purpose-built for the full application lifecycle at the edge, starting at initial deployment and onboarding to ongoing upgrades. The platform orchestrates container applications efficiently across multiple sites, ensuring consistent versions, automated rollouts, and secure configurations.
NativeEdge is a software developed by Dell designed to simplify and automate the deployment, management, and orchestration of edge computing environments. The software supports the management of distributed infrastructure, applications, and workloads across multiple locations. It enables centralized policy enforcement, lifecycle management, and monitoring of edge resources, thereby addressing the operational complexities associated with scaling edge deployments. NativeEdge offers integration with major cloud and on-premises platforms and supports rapid provisioning and remote updates, helping organizations manage edge computing use cases, including retail, manufacturing, and remote office applications. The software facilitates improved efficiency and consistency in deploying edge solutions while maintaining security and compliance.
Fastly Edge Cloud Platform is a software that provides content delivery, edge computing, and security functionalities designed to improve application performance and reliability. The software enables real-time content and application delivery by leveraging a network of globally distributed edge servers, allowing users to cache and serve content closer to end users and reducing latency. Fastly Edge Cloud Platform supports advanced features such as image optimization, load balancing, instant purging, service management, and security tools including web application firewall and DDoS protection. The software addresses business needs by facilitating rapid scaling, streamlining application deployment, and protecting online presence against emerging threats, while supporting integration with a range of development and monitoring tools.
EdgeWorkers is Akamai’s serverless edge computing environment for running JavaScript and custom logic across its globally distributed network. It enables developers to execute functions as a service (FaaS) at different stages of the HTTP request lifecycle, shaping traffic and applying business rules close to end users. By running code on edge servers, teams can manipulate content, personalize responses, enforce security logic, and optimize performance without relying solely on origin systems. EdgeWorkers supports event-driven programming and integrates with CI/CD workflows for automated updates. Organizations use it for A/B testing, authentication, API aggregation, conditional routing, and other real-time interactions that benefit from low-latency execution at the edge.
Palette is a software that enables organizations to manage and deploy Kubernetes clusters across diverse environments such as public clouds, private clouds, on-premises data centers, and edge locations. The software provides automation for lifecycle management of clusters, integrates with existing infrastructure, and supports policy enforcement for security and compliance. Palette offers monitoring and analytics features to optimize performance and resource usage. It solves the business problem of operational complexity associated with managing multiple Kubernetes clusters, allowing teams to standardize configurations, reduce manual effort, and ensure consistent governance across distributed environments.
Scale Computing Reliant Platform (SC//Reliant Platform) Edge Computing as a Service is a software developed by Scale Computing that provides infrastructure management and business continuity capabilities for organizations operating within distributed environments, such as retail and hospitality. The software integrates virtualization, edge computing, and centralized monitoring to enable deployment, administration, and automation of mission-critical applications across multiple sites. SC//Reliant Platform offers a streamlined approach to system maintenance and application updates, supports device configuration, and assists in reducing operational risks associated with downtime or system failures. The software addresses business needs for reliability, simplified IT operations, and resilient application performance, supporting the management of infrastructure at scale through centralized control and efficient edge application lifecycle management.
StorMagic SvHCI is a software designed to provide hyperconverged infrastructure capabilities for edge and small datacenter environments. The software enables the consolidation of compute, storage, and networking resources onto standard x86 hardware, allowing organizations to simplify IT deployments and management at the edge. StorMagic SvHCI supports virtualized workloads and offers features such as high availability, centralized management, and automated failover. The software is intended to address challenges related to limited space and resources at remote sites by reducing hardware footprint, easing deployment, and streamlining operations. It is engineered to facilitate data resilience and maximize uptime while providing a consistent user experience across multiple locations.
Zoho IoT, a product of Zoho Corporation, delivers robust, low-code IoT solutions that help businesses worldwide connect assets, monitor performance, and automate operations with ease. Whether it's industrial automation, energy management, smart infrastructure, or fleet optimization, Zoho IoT provides a comprehensive ecosystem tailored to meet the evolving needs of modern enterprises. We also offer a range of single-purpose solutions ranging from temperature & humidity monitoring to gas detection and water flow monitoring, enabling businesses to address specific needs. Zoho IoT prompts businesses to act on real-time data, solve operational challenges, and accelerate digital transformation.
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