Business Process Outsourcing - G7

Revenue in the Business Process Outsourcing market is projected to reach US$246.30bn in 2024.
Revenue is expected to show an annual growth rate (CAGR 2024-2029) of 4.25%, resulting in a market volume of US$303.40bn by 2029.
The average Spend per Employee in the Business Process Outsourcing market is projected to reach US$611.80 in 2024.
In global comparison, most revenue will be generated United States (US$146.30bn in 2024).

Definition :
The Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) market refers to the transfer of entire business processes or individual activities from a company to a third party and is often IT based. BPO covers a wide variety of business processes, usually either in the back office (e.g., human resources) or in the front office (e.g., customer service in call centers). A distinction is made between horizontal and vertical outsourcing. Horizontal BPO combines function-centric as well as cross-sector and cross-industry services, such as human resources management or payroll accounting. Vertical BPO, on the other hand, focuses on specialized services and is especially appealing to customers from the financial services industry, the healthcare sector, the manufacturing industry, or the retail sector.

Additional Information:

The Business Process Outsourcing market comprises revenues, revenue change, average spend per employee, and the market shares of the different business sectors. Market values represent revenues that are generated by primary vendors either directly or through distribution channels at the manufacturer price level (excluding VAT). Reported market revenues include spending by enterprises (B2B) and governments (B2G). Detailed definitions of each market can be found on the respective page where the market data is displayed. Key players in the market include Accenture, Cognizant, Wipro, and IBM.

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Back office process outsourcing, such as Genpact, Concentrix, HCL Technologies, Sutherland Global Services, EXL Services, Remote Coworker, and TechSpeed
Front office process outsourcing, such as IBM Global Services, Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE), Sitel Group, Teleperformance, and Qualfon

Application outsourcing, such as ScienceSoft, Arcanys, and SumatoSoft
Administration outsourcing, such as Conduent, Genpact, and ADP (Automatic Data Processing)
Infrastructure outsourcing, such as IBM Global Technology Services, Wipro Infrastructure Engineering, and Cognizant Infrastructure Services

The Business Process Outsourcing market in G7 countries has been growing steadily in recent years, with each country experiencing unique trends and developments.

Customer preferences: Customers in G7 countries have been increasingly demanding high-quality and cost-effective outsourcing services. They are looking for service providers that can provide a range of services, including IT and back-office support, customer service, and finance and accounting. They also demand service providers that can offer flexible and scalable solutions that can adapt to their changing needs.

Trends in the market: The United States has the largest BPO market in the G7, driven by the growth of the IT and healthcare sectors. The UK has a strong presence in the financial services and telecom sectors, while Germany's BPO market is driven by the automotive and manufacturing industries. France's BPO market is growing rapidly, with a focus on back-office support and customer service. Italy and Japan are also experiencing growth in their BPO markets, with a focus on IT and finance and accounting services.

Local special circumstances: Each G7 country has its own unique set of circumstances that affect the BPO market. For example, the UK's decision to leave the European Union has created uncertainty for businesses, which may lead to increased demand for outsourcing services. In Japan, the government has implemented policies to encourage outsourcing in order to boost the economy.

Underlying macroeconomic factors: The growth of the BPO market in G7 countries is driven by several macroeconomic factors. One of the main drivers is the increasing globalization of businesses, which has led to a greater need for outsourcing services. Additionally, advances in technology have made it easier and more cost-effective for companies to outsource certain functions. Finally, the COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the trend towards remote work, which has increased demand for outsourcing services that can provide remote support.

Data coverage:

The data encompasses B2G, B2B, and B2C enterprises. Figures are based on enterprises' technology spending on products, consulting, and outsourcing services.

Modeling approach / Market size:

Market sizes are determined through a combined top-down and bottom-up approach, building on a specific rationale for each market segment. As a basis for evaluating markets, we use annual financial reports of key players in the industry, Statista's primary research and surveys, and IT associations. In addition, we use relevant key market indicators and data from country-specific associations, such as GDP, internet users, and telecommunication. This data helps us estimate the market size for each country individually.

Forecasts:

In our forecasts, we apply diverse forecasting techniques. The selection of forecasting techniques is based on the behavior of the relevant market. For example, the exponential trend smoothing method is used based on the market data characteristics. The main drivers are the GDP and its sector composition, internet penetration, the level of digitization, and the attitude toward IT security.

Additional notes:

The data is modeled using current exchange rates. The market is updated twice a year in case market dynamics change. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine war is considered at a country-specific level.

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