Quantum-Safe Software-Defined Wide Area Network (SD-WAN) Solution Market Report 2025

The quantum-safe software-defined wide area network (SD-WAN) solution market size has grown exponentially in recent years. It will grow from $1.0 billion in 2024 to $1.28 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 28.3%. The growth during the historic period was driven by the rising adoption of secure networking solutions, increasing demand for data privacy and regulatory compliance, greater awareness of cybersecurity threats, the expansion of cloud-based network infrastructures, and growing reliance on remote work connectivity.

The quantum-safe software-defined wide area network (SD-WAN) solution market size is expected to see exponential growth in the next few years. It will grow to $3.44 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 28%. The growth in the forecast period is expected to be driven by the increasing implementation of quantum-resistant encryption, rising investments in next-generation technologies, the expansion of hybrid cloud networks, growing demand for scalable and flexible network security, and an increasing focus on zero-trust architectures. Key trends during this period include advancements in quantum cryptography, innovations in AI-driven network management, research in post-quantum algorithms, developments in automated threat detection systems, and investments in secure edge computing solutions.

The growing adoption of cloud-based services is expected to drive the quantum-safe software-defined wide area network (SD-WAN) solution market. Cloud-based services provide remote access to data, applications, and computing resources, eliminating reliance on on-site infrastructure. Their scalability and flexibility allow businesses to adjust resources on demand without heavy upfront costs. For quantum-safe SD-WAN solutions, cloud services offer flexible network management, enable integration of quantum-resistant encryption, and support automated threat detection. These capabilities improve network reliability, data protection, and security for distributed enterprises and remote work environments. For instance, in December 2023, Eurostat reported that 45.2% of enterprises purchased cloud computing services, up from 41% in 2021.

Companies in the market are focusing on next-generation firewalls and secure SD-WAN solutions to ensure reliable and quantum-resilient data transmission. These solutions combine intelligent threat detection, encryption, and application-aware controls to protect enterprise networks against cyber threats, including those posed by quantum computing. In July 2025, Fortinet Inc., a US-based cybersecurity company, updated FortiOS 7.6 to include quantum-safe features such as post-quantum cryptography algorithms, quantum key distribution support, and algorithm stacking. These innovations safeguard sensitive data, simplify management of quantum-safe settings, and allow businesses to transition to quantum-resilient environments efficiently.

In July 2025, Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) acquired Juniper Networks for approximately $13.4 billion. This acquisition strengthens HPE’s edge-to-cloud strategy by creating a comprehensive, cloud-native, AI-driven networking portfolio that enhances automation, security, and performance across enterprise and telecom environments. Juniper Networks provides high-performance networking equipment with integrated quantum-safe SD-WAN capabilities, supporting HPE’s goal of delivering secure, scalable, and future-ready network solutions.

Major players in the quantum-safe software-defined wide area network (sd-wan) solution market are Cisco Systems Inc., Fujitsu Limited, BT Group plc, Nokia Corporation, Palo Alto Networks Inc., Juniper Networks Inc., Fortinet Inc., Splunk Inc., Arista Networks Inc., Check Point Software Technologies Ltd., Zscaler Inc., Cloudflare Inc., Forcepoint LLC, Riverbed Technology Inc., HashiCorp, Cato Networks Ltd., Aryaka Networks Inc., Versa Networks Inc., Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd., Citrix Systems Inc., Certes Networks Inc., SMOAD Networks Pvt. Ltd.

North America was the largest region in the quantum safe software-defined wide area network (SD-WAN) solution market in 2024. The regions covered in quantum-safe software-defined wide area network (SD-WAN) solution report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the quantum-safe software-defined wide area network (SD-WAN) solution market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

The rapid escalation of U.S. tariffs and the resulting trade tensions in spring 2025 are significantly impacting the information technology sector, particularly in hardware manufacturing, data infrastructure, and software deployment. Higher duties on imported semiconductors, circuit boards, and networking equipment have raised production and operational costs for tech firms, cloud service providers, and data centers. Companies relying on globally sourced components for laptops, servers, and consumer electronics are facing longer lead times and increased pricing pressures. In parallel, tariffs on specialized software tools and retaliatory measures from key international markets have disrupted global IT supply chains and reduced overseas demand for U.S.-developed technologies. To navigate these challenges, the sector is accelerating investments in domestic chip fabrication, diversifying supplier bases, and adopting AI-driven automation to enhance operational resilience and cost efficiency.

A quantum-safe software-defined wide area network (SD-WAN) solution is a secure networking technology that incorporates post-quantum cryptographic algorithms into SD-WAN, safeguarding data transmissions against both current cyber threats and future quantum computing risks. It allows enterprises and government organizations to maintain reliable, flexible, and future-proof network connectivity while ensuring long-term data confidentiality and integrity.

The main components of a quantum-safe SD-WAN solution include hardware, software, and services. Hardware consists of physical devices such as routers, switches, and security appliances that enable network connectivity and encryption. Deployment options include on-premises, cloud-based, or hybrid modes, and the solution is adopted by organizations of all sizes, from small and medium enterprises to large enterprises. Applications span industries such as banking, financial services and insurance, healthcare, government, IT and telecommunications, and retail.

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The quantum-safe software-defined wide area network (SD-WAN) solution market includes revenues earned by entities by providing services such as network optimization consulting, secure deployment assistance, traffic analysis and monitoring, encryption configuration, and system performance tuning. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The quantum-safe software-defined wide area network (SD-WAN) solution market also includes sales of quantum-resistant routers, adaptive network controllers, encrypted communication modules, centralized management platforms, and performance analytics tools. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

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