Edge computing is one of the most important technology advances of the Cloud Era. By using an end-to-end platform across a cloud-edge continuum, organizations can leverage vendor-agnostic solutions to drive innovation through Internet of Things, artificial intelligence, automated guided vehicles, augmented reality/virtual reality, 5G networks and more. This special section explores the power of edge computing, and why a holistic platform model is the best way achieve competitive differentiation and accelerate digital transformation.