NaaS Platforms and Infrastructure
Overview
This programme explores how traditional enterprise and wholesale connectivity is evolving into programmable, API-driven NaaS platforms and commercial models. It looks at the transformation of underlay and overlay networks, automation trends and the delivery of related services to enable more flexible and intelligent cloud- and AI-centric networking propositions. It also covers the network API market landscape, use cases and revenue opportunities, as well as the underlying technologies and platforms.
Topics for 2026
- Digital transformation for NaaS
- Quality on Demand (QoD) API
- Quantum security
Typical client enquiries
- What is the current size of the NaaS market, how is it projected to grow and who are the leading players?
- Which features and capabilities drive differentiation, customer satisfaction and loyalty in NaaS?
- What are the distinct needs and pain points of various NaaS customer segments (wholesale, enterprise, public sector, etc.)?
- What is the demand for QoD network API use cases across various markets?
- What commercial models and best practices are emerging for network APIs in specific markets?
Latest research from the NaaS Platforms and Infrastructure programme
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Analysys Mason research and insights topics for 2026
Strategy report
Strategies and considerations for wholesale network-as-a-service (NaaS) providers
Article
How can NaaS support telecoms operators’ GPUaaS and AI connectivity ambitions?