Global Next-Generation Firewall Market Size, Share, and Trends Analysis Report – Industry Overview and Forecast to 2031

Next-Generation Firewall Market Analysis

The next-generation firewall (NGFW) market has seen significant advancements in methods and technology, driven by the need for enhanced security against sophisticated cyber threats. NGFWs now integrate machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) to detect and mitigate zero-day vulnerabilities and advanced persistent threats (APTs). Features such as deep packet inspection (DPI) and intrusion prevention systems (IPS) are now standard, enabling a more comprehensive view of network traffic and real-time threat detection.

Cloud-based firewalls are gaining traction as businesses increasingly adopt cloud infrastructure, providing scalable and flexible security. Integration with Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems allows for streamlined management and analysis of security incidents. Moreover, advancements in 5G technology are anticipated to drive growth by increasing the demand for advanced security solutions for IoT network. This demand is leading to widespread adoption of these technologies globally.

Next-Generation Firewall Market Size

The global next-generation firewall market size was valued at USD 4.90 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 12.05 billion by 2031, with a CAGR of 11.9% during the forecast period of 2024 to 2031. In addition to the market insights such as market value, growth rate, market segments, geographical coverage, market players, and market scenario, the market report curated by the Data Bridge Market Research team includes in-depth expert analysis, import/export analysis, pricing analysis, production consumption analysis, and pestle analysis.

Next-Generation Firewall Market Trends

“Increasing Adoption of Cloud-Based Firewalls”

Одной из важных тенденций, обуславливающих рост рынка межсетевых экранов нового поколения (NGFW), является растущее внедрение облачных межсетевых экранов. Поскольку компании все больше переносят операции в облачные среды, растет спрос на передовые масштабируемые решения безопасности. Облачные NGFW предлагают улучшенную гибкость, бесшовную интеграцию и улучшенную защиту от развивающихся киберугроз в гибридных облачных сетях. Например, FortiGate NGFW от Fortinet обеспечивает облачную защиту с аналитикой угроз в реальном времени, обслуживая предприятия, которые полагаются на облачную инфраструктуру. Ожидается, что эта тенденция будет стимулировать рост рынка, поскольку все больше компаний инвестируют в облачно-ориентированные стратегии безопасности для защиты своих данных в мире, который становится все более цифровым.

Область применения отчета и сегментация рынка межсетевых экранов следующего поколения    

Определение рынка межсетевых экранов следующего поколения

Межсетевой экран нового поколения (NGFW) — это усовершенствованная система безопасности, которая превосходит традиционные межсетевые экраны, предлагая более глубокую проверку пакетов и интеллектуальное обнаружение угроз. NGFW интегрируют такие функции, как предотвращение вторжений, осведомленность о приложениях и облачный интеллект угроз, чтобы обеспечить более комплексную защиту от современных киберугроз. Они анализируют данные на нескольких уровнях, включая приложение, протокол и пользователя, что позволяет осуществлять более детальный контроль и улучшать обнаружение вредоносных программ, программ-вымогателей и эксплойтов нулевого дня. Объединяя возможности межсетевого экрана с дополнительными функциями безопасности, NGFW имеют решающее значение для организаций, ищущих улучшенную защиту в современных все более сложных цифровых средах.

Динамика рынка межсетевых экранов следующего поколения

Драйверы

• Растущая виртуализация сетей и SD-WAN

Растущее внедрение программно-определяемых глобальных сетей (SD-WAN) и технологий сетевой виртуализации значительно стимулирует рынок межсетевых экранов следующего поколения (NGFW). По мере того, как предприятия переходят к децентрализованным и облачным операциям, обеспечение безопасности распределенных сетей становится приоритетом. NGFW обеспечивают надежный контроль безопасности, гарантируя безопасный поток трафика и защиту в нескольких сетевых филиалах. Например, компании, использующие SD-WAN, могут извлечь выгоду из NGFW, включив централизованные политики безопасности, глубокую проверку пакетов (DPI) и обнаружение угроз в реальном времени. Такое сочетание повышает общую видимость и безопасность сети, делая NGFW необходимыми для современных виртуализированных сред, тем самым стимулируя их рост на рынке.

• Растущий спрос на высокопроизводительную безопасность

Сегодня предприятиям требуются высокопроизводительные решения безопасности, которые не снижают скорость сети. Межсетевые экраны нового поколения (NGFW) разработаны для удовлетворения этого спроса, предлагая оптимизированную безопасность с аппаратным ускорением, глубокой проверкой пакетов и интеллектуальной обработкой трафика. Это гарантирует, что меры безопасности будут реализованы без создания узких мест, что делает их необходимыми для предприятий с требованиями к высокоскоростной передаче данных. Например, финансовые учреждения, обрабатывающие большие объемы транзакций, должны поддерживать как безопасность, так и эффективность. NGFW помогают, обеспечивая надежную защиту от угроз, одновременно гарантируя бесперебойную работу, стимулируя рост рынка, поскольку предприятия отдают приоритет как скорости, так и кибербезопасности в своих операциях.

Возможности

• Необходимость в расширенном обнаружении угроз

The growing complexity of cyberattacks has increased demand for advanced threat detection capabilities, creating opportunities in the next-generation firewall (NGFW) market. NGFWs offer integrated intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDS/IPS), malware protection, and deep packet inspection (DPI), making them essential for businesses seeking robust security. For instance, companies in sectors such as finance and healthcare, which handle sensitive data, increasingly rely on NGFWs to mitigate the risk of data breaches and targeted cyberattacks. As threats evolve, the need for real-time, sophisticated detection and response capabilities boosts NGFW adoption, driving market growth as organizations prioritize proactive cybersecurity measures.

• Growing Remote Workforce Growth

The post-pandemic rise in remote working has created significant opportunities for the next-generation firewall (NGFW) market. With more employees accessing corporate networks from various locations, the need for secure remote connections has intensified. NGFWs, equipped with features such as secure VPN integration, multi-factor authentication, and encrypted traffic inspection, are increasingly adopted to protect remote workers from cyber threats. For instance, in 2023, companies such as Cisco and Fortinet saw a surge in demand for their NGFW solutions, driven by the shift to hybrid work models. This trend presents a growing market opportunity for NGFW vendors to provide robust security solutions for remote and virtual workspaces.

Restraints/Challenges

• High Deployment Costs

High deployment costs significantly hinder the next-generation firewall (NGFW) market, particularly for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Implementing NGFWs involves substantial investment in advanced hardware and software, which can strain budgets. Additionally, organizations often require skilled professionals for proper configuration and management, leading to increased operational expenses. Many SMEs may find these costs prohibitive, causing reluctance to adopt NGFW solutions. As a result, potential customers might opt for less expensive, traditional firewalls, limiting the growth and penetration of NGFWs in the market. This financial barrier not only restricts access but also slows down overall market expansion.

• Complex Configuration and Management

Complex configuration and management pose significant challenges for the next-generation firewall (NGFW) market. These advanced firewalls require highly skilled IT personnel to set up and maintain, which increases operational complexity. Organizations often struggle to find qualified experts, leading to potential misconfigurations. Such errors can create vulnerabilities, exposing networks to cyber threats. Additionally, the steep learning curve associated with NGFWs can result in longer deployment times and increased operational costs. As companies prioritize efficient and effective security solutions, the difficulty in managing NGFWs may deter adoption, hindering overall market growth in a competitive cybersecurity landscape.

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Next-Generation Firewall Market Scope

The market is segmented on the basis of solution, service, organization size and vertical. The growth amongst these segments will help you analyze meagre growth segments in the industries and provide the users with a valuable market overview and market insights to help them make strategic decisions for identifying core market applications.

Solution

• Hardware
• Virtual
• Cloud-based

 Service

• Professional Service
• Managed Service

Organization Size

• Small and Medium-sized Enterprises
• Large Enterprises

 Vertical

• BFSI
• Retail
• IT and Telecom
• Government and Public Utilities
• Healthcare
• Energy and Utilities
• Education
• Others

Next-Generation Firewall Market Regional Analysis

The market is analyzed and market size insights and trends are provided by solution, service, organization size and vertical as referenced above.

The countries covered in the market report are U.S., Canada, Mexico in North America, Germany, Sweden, Poland, Denmark, Italy, U.K., France, Spain, Netherland, Belgium, Switzerland, Turkey, Russia, Rest of Europe in Europe, Japan, China, India, South Korea, New Zealand, Vietnam, Australia, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines, Rest of Asia-Pacific (APAC) in Asia-Pacific (APAC), Brazil, Argentina, Rest of South America as a part of South America, U.A.E, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, South Africa, Rest of Middle East and Africa (MEA) as a part of Middle East and Africa (MEA).

North America is expected to dominate the next-generation firewall market, driven by the advanced economies of the U.S. and Canada. The region's strong emphasis on innovation, backed by substantial investments in research and development, enhances security technologies. Furthermore, the increasing threat landscape compels businesses to adopt robust cybersecurity solutions, positioning North America at the forefront of next-generation firewall advancements and implementations.

Asia-Pacific is expected to witness significant growth in the next-generation firewall market due to the rapid adoption of IoT devices and BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) technologies. Organizations are increasingly focusing on enhancing cybersecurity measures to protect sensitive data from evolving threats. The demand for robust network security solutions is driving investments in next-generation firewalls, fostering a secure digital environment across various industries in the region.

The country section of the report also provides individual market impacting factors and changes in market regulation that impact the current and future trends of the market. Data points such as down-stream and upstream value chain analysis, technical trends and porter's five forces analysis, case studies are some of the pointers used to forecast the market scenario for individual countries. Also, the presence and availability of global brands and their challenges faced due to large or scarce competition from local and domestic brands, impact of domestic tariffs and trade routes are considered while providing forecast analysis of the country data.

Next-Generation Firewall Market Share

The market competitive landscape provides details by competitor. Details included are company overview, company financials, revenue generated, market potential, investment in research and development, new market initiatives, global presence, production sites and facilities, production capacities, company strengths and weaknesses, product launch, product width and breadth, application dominance. The above data points provided are only related to the companies' focus related to market.

Next-Generation Firewall Market Leaders Operating in the Market Are:

• Fortinet, Inc. (U.S.)
• Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. (Israel)
• Cisco Systems, Inc. (U.S.)
• Palo Alto Networks, Inc. (U.S.)
• Barracuda Networks, Inc. (U.S.)
• Forcepoint (U.S.)
• Zscaler, Inc. (U.S.)
• Juniper Networks, Inc. (U.S.)
• WatchGuard Technologies, Inc. (U.S.)
• Sophos Ltd. (U.K.)
• GajShield Infotech (I) Pvt. Ltd. (India)
• Hillstone Networks (China)
• Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. (China)
• SonicWall (U.S.)
• NVIDIA Corporation (U.S.)
• Untangle (U.S.)
• Alibaba Cloud (China)

Latest Developments in Next-Generation Firewall Market

• In November 2023, Palo Alto Networks unveiled Strata Cloud Manager, a new zero-trust management solution. This innovative tool is designed to tackle critical issues such as insufficient predictive and actionable insights, along with the lack of seamless integration among security tools. By addressing these challenges, Strata Cloud Manager aims to close security gaps and ensure consistent policy enforcement across the organization’s security landscape
• In October 2023, GajShield launched its Next Generation Firewall with Advanced Data Security on Microsoft Azure, specifically engineered to safeguard both cloud-native and migrated applications. This cutting-edge solution provides in-depth insights into virtual environments, significantly enhancing threat prevention capabilities. By fortifying defenses against zero-day vulnerabilities, GajShield aims to ensure comprehensive security for enterprises leveraging cloud technologies, addressing the evolving threat landscape effectively
• In March 2022, Palo Alto Networks announced a strategic partnership with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to seamlessly integrate its next-generation firewall into AWS public cloud environments. This collaboration aims to enhance cloud security by providing organizations with advanced threat detection and prevention tools. The integration allows businesses to manage security policies more effectively while ensuring robust protection for applications deployed in the cloud, addressing growing security concerns
• In January 2022, Check Point Software Technologies introduced its Quantum Light Speed Firewalls, marking a significant revolution in network security. This new firewall technology is designed to provide unparalleled protection against advanced cyber threats. By leveraging innovative capabilities, Quantum Light Speed Firewalls enhance threat prevention, streamline security management, and improve overall network performance, empowering organizations to defend against increasingly sophisticated attacks in real time

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