What is Time Server Market?
A time server is a server computer that is involved in reading the actual time from a reference clock and distributes this information to its clients using a computer network. The time server may be a local network time server or an internet time server. The most important and widely used protocol for distributing and synchronizing time over the Internet is the Network Time Protocol (NTP. A variety of protocols are being used for sending time signals over radio links and serial connections. Advancement in new technologies like GNSS are driving the growth of the Global Time Server market.
The market study is being classified by Type (Local Network Time Server and Internet Time Server), by Application (Communication, Transportation, Industrial, National Defence and Other) and major geographies with country level break-up.
Neutron Products, Inc. (United States), Spectracom (United States), Symmetricom, Inc. (United States), Meinberg Funkuhren GmbH & Co KG. (Germany), FEI-Zyfer, Inc.(United States), EndRun Technologies (United States), Microsemi Corporation (United States), Seiko Solutions, Inc. (Japan) and Moser-Baer (India) are some of the key players profiled in the study. Additionally, the Players which are also part of the research are Galleon Systems (United Kingdom) and Trimble Inc.(United States).
Research Analyst at AMA predicts that United States Players will contribute to the maximum growth of Global Time Server market throughout the predicted period.
Segment Analysis
Analyst at AMA have segmented the market study of Global Time Server market by Type, Application and Region.
On the basis of geography, the market of Time Server has been segmented into South America (Brazil, Argentina, Rest of South America), Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Taiwan, Australia, Rest of Asia-Pacific), Europe (Germany, France, Italy, United Kingdom, Netherlands, Rest of Europe), MEA (Middle East, Africa), North America (United States, Canada, Mexico). Additionally, the rising demand from SMEs and various industry verticals gives enough cushion to market growth.
Market Drivers
- High demand for Time Server Technologies from Consumers
- Accuracy Provided by Time Servers
- New Advanced Technologies Used for Clock Management
Market Trend
- Introduction of New Technology like Microchip Technology
- Increased Emphasis on Software-Defined Networking
Restraints
- Lack of Skilled Professionals to Handle GPS (Global Positioning System) Software
- Interoperability of Time Server Systems with Numerous Devices
Opportunities
- Growing Application of Time Servers in Large and Small Scale Industries
- The altercation of Existing Network Servers into Time Server
Challenges
- Cost Factor Associated with GPS Softwares used by Time Server
Market Leaders and some development strategies
April 2018, Orolia, a resilient positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) company, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Talen-X. Talen-X is a United States technology innovator with the ability to characterize, enhance and implement advanced techniques and products to solve real-world GNSS vulnerability problems. It has expertise in GPS/GNSS performance, requirements, testing, integration and threat mitigation.
April 5, 2019, Servers in the NTP Pool are using GPS signals to set the time, either directly or indirectly from another server that listens for GPS signals. The expected impact on users of the NTP Pool is very little or none at all. The NTP Pool monitoring system will detect any systems that are wildly off and have them removed from DNS responses within typically 10-20 minutes.
In April 2016, the Securities and Exchange Commission approved a proposed rule change from the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority to tighten rules for clock synchronization at National Market System securities and over-the-counter equity securities firms. It's important for these companies to understand the changes and to have the right Network Time Protocol servers to maintain compliance.
Key Target Audience
Time Server Operating Manufacturers, Potential Investors, Information Technology Sector, Downstream Vendors and Government and Regulatory Agencies