Features
Consistent applications platform: common tools and processes
Variety of fully managed hardware options
Gain real-time insights from data locally with low latency
Support regulatory and sovereignty requirements
Optimized managed service for network functions and RAN
How It Works
GDC Edge technical overview
Common Uses
Network functions running on GDC Edge
Creating the foundation for cloud networks
Transforming silos inherent in existing telecom infrastructure models and building a service-based architecture to run core network functions in the cloud, GDC Edge provides an open Kubernetes-based offering tuned for telecom network workloads. Network functions (CNFs/VNFs) from network equipment provider partners leverage cloud-native network automation and are optimized for Google Cloud.
Learn more in our distributed cloud telecom podcast
Radio access networks
Deploying vRAN and O-RAN at the edge
CSPs can transform at the far edge of their radio access networks (RAN) for both vRAN and O-RAN deployments. GDC Edge provides CSPs with a common and agile operating model that extends from the core of the network to the edge, for a high degree of programmability, flexibility, and low operating expenses.
Learn more about our cloud-native RAN strategy
Data processing at the edge
Removing PII and other sensitive information at the edge
Leveraging Google’s DLP service on the edge provides several benefits to customers operating in heavily regulated environments. Data can be audited, classified, and anonymized on-premises before loading to the cloud. This is achieved with a relatively low level of development effort as customers can leverage 150+ built-in classifiers with the option to extend the model with custom classifiers.
Learn more about Cloud Data Loss Prevention
Camera-based industrial hazard detection
Leveraging existing CCTV to track hazards in warehouses
Customers can leverage their existing CCTV infrastructure using Vision AI/ML models to track moving heavy machinery at industrial sites. Deploying GPU-powered GDC Edge racks on-site can eliminate concerns about connectivity issues and bandwidth cost and availability. Models can still be trained in the cloud, leveraging its power, flexible scalability, and be deployed on the edge for inferencing.
Learn about managing GPU workloads on GDC Edge
Modern point-of-sale solutions
Improve your solutions with a modern infrastructure approach
Consolidate your infrastructure using Anthos VM Runtime to streamline management of VM applications such as point-of-sale and back-office services. Windows and Linux VMs can run on top of Kubernetes in the same way as containers, and work with the same management, logging, and monitoring tools in GDC Edge. Service availability is improved as high availability enables VMs to failover gracefully.
Learn more about leveraging GDC Edge to run VMs at the edge
Self-checkout solutions
Improving shopper experience through frictionless checkout
Using a variety of sensors and cameras, retailers can streamline the customer experience by eliminating the need for barcode scanning and enabling contactless checkout. Individual products can be identified with machine learning leveraging GDC Edge. Shoppers can enjoy a more convenient shopping experience without queues, and employees can provide more value away from the cash register.
Check out new AI tools for retail
Pricing
How GDC Edge pricing works
Pricing for GDC Edge is a single monthly fee for the hardware lease and software licenses based on the hardware configuration and time commitment.
1-yr commitment
$750 per device per month
3-yr commitment
$500 per device per month
Configuration 1
3-yr commitment
Starting at $10,864 per rack per month
Configuration 2
3-yr commitment
Starting at $12,513 per rack per month
| How GDC Edge pricing works | Pricing for GDC Edge is a single monthly fee for the hardware lease and software licenses based on the hardware configuration and time commitment. | |
|---|---|---|
| Service usage and type | Description | Price (USD) |
| GDC Edge (appliance) |
1-yr commitment |
$750 per device per month |
|
3-yr commitment |
$500 per device per month |
|
| GDC Edge (rack) |
Configuration 1 3-yr commitment |
Starting at $10,864 per rack per month |
|
Configuration 2 3-yr commitment |
Starting at $12,513 per rack per month |
|
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