The cloud computing market - France

The global cloud computing market has seen substantial growth, with public cloud infrastructure services such as IaaS (Infrastructure as a service) leading the way with a growth rate of 50%. The market is dominated by US giants such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud, with AWS holding a significant 32% market share.

The market continues to expand, driven by growing corporate demand for cloud services, not least because ofincreasing data volumes and the need for efficient data processing and storage solutions. In terms of market size, SaaS (Software as a service) remains the largest segment, but PaaS (Platform as a service) and IaaS (Infrastructure as a service) are developing rapidly and showing high adoption rates. French companies have shown a strong preference for private cloud computing services.

Regulation of cloud computing within the EU, driven by bodies such as the European Commission, aims to guarantee the free flow of data and strengthen cybersecurity. Despite the prosperity of the market, adoption of cloud computing services by French companies remains lower than that of their European counterparts, and confidence could increase as security measures improve.

Dynamic growth in France's cloud computing landscape

The cloud computing market in France, while not yet as mature as its European counterparts, is undergoing dynamic expansion. As companies increasingly focus on efficiency, flexibility and cost reduction, demand for cloud computing services is accelerating. The French market is mainly driven by the popularity of Software as a Service (SaaS), which accounts for around half of market sales. Nevertheless, the Platform as a Service (PaaS) and Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) segments are growing rapidly, indicating an evolution towards a more diversified adoption of cloud computing.

The French market has seen remarkable growth, with a leap in market size from around €8.5 billion to around €13.6 billion. This growth trajectory can largely be attributed to ongoing digitization efforts and extensive data processing requirements in various industrial sectors. Technologies such as 5G and the Internet of Things (IoT), as well as favorable government policies and tax incentives, are also fuelling investment and expansion in this area.

Looking at demand, it's clear that cloud computing penetration among businesses is strongly influenced by industry and company size. The IT, communications and administration sectors are the main users, and there is a clear positive correlation between company size and the adoption of cloud services. In 2018, a whopping 60% of large companies with 250 or more employees used cloud computing, compared with around 16% of small businesses with 10-49 employees. However, despite the market's remarkable growth and adoption rates, internet users are visibly wary of cloud computing's reliability. One survey showed that only 41% of respondents had confidence in cloud services, compared with 75% for e-government services. This hesitancy could be linked to concerns about data confidentiality and the security of personal content.

On the supply side, the market is largely dominated by global giants such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), which holds a third of the market, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud and IBM. AWS, in particular, continues to assert its market dominance by pioneering cloud services and offering users a compelling mix of security, compliance, scalability and cost-effectiveness. The structure of the French cloud market is also being shaped by government initiatives to transform the country into a powerhouse of the digital economy. Investments of up to 20 billion euros to ensure nationwide broadband coverage and 150 million euros allocated to R&D testify to the government's commitment to fostering an environment conducive to cloud computing progress. In conclusion, the French government is committed to creating an environment conducive to progress in cloud computing

Key players shaping the digital infrastructure sky

The digital age is characterized by a rapid evolution towards cloud-based solutions, and the vanguard of this revolution is led by a set of innovative and dominant companies.

• Amazon Web Services (AWS) dominates the panorama with its vast range of services for millions of people. A progenitor of cloud infrastructure, AWS's ubiquity and appeal are reflected in high-profile contracts with leading companies such as Netflix, Apple and Snapchat, testifying to its colossal presence in the sector.
• Microsoft, a household name with an enduring heritage in software development, has extended its cloud prowess with Microsoft Azure. Azure empowers enterprises with its robust cloud service offerings, enabling it to gain significant market share and challenge the dominance of AWS. Leveraging existing customer relationships in the enterprise space gives it a competitive edge that's hard to ignore.
• Google Cloud stands out in the cloud sector not only for its innovative appeal, but also for its strengths in data analysis and machine learning. Google Cloud solutions are particularly attractive to organizations looking to harness the power of Big Data and push the boundaries of intelligent application deployment, in line with Google's ethos of offering AI-first services.
• IBM, another pillar of the technology industry, has positioned itself as a corporate favorite, particularly strong in the hosted private cloud sector. Renowned for its focus on business needs and robust security, IBM's cloud offering resonates well with organizations that prioritize regulatory compliance and security frameworks.
• Salesforce. Salesforce pioneered the SaaS model and diversified its cloud offerings to reinforce its leadership position in customer relationship management (CRM) and beyond. The company continues to expand its ecosystem through strategic acquisitions, consolidating its role as a provider of all-in-one solutions for sales, service and marketing.
• Adobe has made its mark with a range of products that have become indispensable tools for designers worldwide. The shift from desktop applications to a cloud-based subscription model has strengthened Adobe's position in the industry, enabling seamless updates, collaboration and scalability.
• Orange Business Services offer customized cloud solutions that complement their telecommunications expertise. They are carving out a place for themselves in the market by focusing on the specific needs of the French market and combining their cloud service offerings with robust network services.
• Oodrive and SideTrade are also attracting attention for their SaaS solutions, reinforcing the importance of specialist service providers in the extended cloud computing ecosystem.

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• Last update : 08/02/2022

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List of charts

• Value of the global enterprise cloud computing market
• Spending by cloud computing market segment
• Penetration rate of paid cloud computing services by country
• Estimated market size
• Cloud computing penetration among businesses
• Internet user confidence by service
• Percentage of companies which buy cloud computing service used over the internet, by company size
• Percentage of companies purchasing cloud computing services via the Internet, by company size
• Demand by type of service
• Types of subscription for companies paying for cloud computing
• Market share by cloud infrastructure spending