“Emergence of Consumption-Based Pricing Models”
- A growing trend in the NaaS market is the shift toward pay-as-you-go or consumption-based pricing models, allowing enterprises to pay only for the network resources they use rather than investing in fixed infrastructure
- This model improves budget flexibility, helps reduce capital expenditures, and aligns better with the scalable nature of cloud services, especially for businesses with fluctuating network needs
- Service providers are increasingly offering subscription-based or metered billing options, enabling better cost management and forecasting for clients
- For instance, in February 2024, HPE Aruba Networking expanded its NaaS platform with new consumption-based pricing for campus and branch networks, helping organizations manage network expenses more efficiently
- This pricing shift is making NaaS more accessible to SMEs and attractive to large enterprises seeking agile, cost-aligned infrastructure models
