Scale Computing Acquires Adaptiv Networks
Edge computing firm Scale Computing has acquired Adaptiv Networks to expand its offerings in cloud-native SD-WAN and SASE. The move reflects a broader industry trend of consolidation, as infrastructure platforms seek to provide end-to-end management of edge, cloud, and network services.
- The acquisition will bring Adaptiv Networks' CEO, Bernard Breton, and Scale Computing's CEO, Jeff Ready, together to lead the combined entity. - Founded in 2002, Adaptiv Networks is a Canadian company that specializes in cloud-managed SD-WAN and SASE solutions designed to simplify network operations and security. - This move follows Scale Computing's own acquisition by Acumera in July 2025, a deal that created what was described as the largest software company focused on edge computing. - Indianapolis-based Scale Computing is backed by Oaktree Capital Management and has raised a total of $215M over 15 funding rounds since its founding in 2006. - The combined company will serve a customer base of more than 9,000 organizations globally, with a strong presence in retail, restaurants, and other distributed industries. - Adaptiv Networks' technology will be integrated into Scale Computing's SC//AcuVigil managed network solutions, adding cloud-native SD-WAN connectivity and security features. - The acquisition taps into a rapidly growing market, with Gartner reporting that 67% of enterprises plan to adopt SASE architecture by the end of 2026 to serve distributed workforces and cloud applications. - This deal reflects a broader consolidation trend in the edge computing market, which was valued at over $257 billion in 2026 and is projected to grow to nearly $480 billion by 2031.
