the data center market | France

1.1 Definition and presentation of the data center market

Data centres include a large network of interconnected servers and computer components used by organizations for storage and servicing of data. Data centres are located in large warehouse facilities in geographies where connectivity and technology infrastructure is advanced. Components of a data center include mainframes, servers, storage bays, network and telecommunications equipment, etc. In this study a distinction is made between two broader forms of data centres: 

• traditional ("on-prem") data centres;
• cloud service data centres.

Although the ultimate function and goal is the same, the two methods of storing data vary. In section 3.4 we elaborate on this difference. 

The global data center market is booming and is expected to show sustained growth in the coming years due to several reasons including higher digital and technological integration, exchange of information linked to the use of an increasingly powerful Internet network, the need to outsource data for security and cost reasons, and the rise of connected devices. The global market is dominated by North America and Asia.

In France, the market is also expanding, albeit at lower pace than some of its' European counterparts. In particular, 5G and edge computing are driving the expansion. Paris is the dominant location for data centres in France. 

The French market is saturated with a mix between local and foreign players.