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Business Process Outsourcing - Philippines

Philippines
  • Revenue in the Business Process Outsourcing market is projected to reach US$717.80m in 2024.
  • Revenue is expected to show an annual growth rate (CAGR 2024-2029) of 9.02%, resulting in a market volume of US$1.10bn by 2029.
  • The average Spend per Employee in the Business Process Outsourcing market is projected to reach US$14.94 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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In-Scope

  • 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

Out-Of-Scope

  • 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
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Study Details

    Revenue

    Notes: Data was converted from local currencies using average exchange rates of the respective year.

    Most recent update: Apr 2024

    Source: Statista Market Insights

    Notes: The chart “Comparable Estimates” shows the forecasted development of the selected market from different sources. Please see the additional information for methodology and publication date.

    Most recent update: Apr 2024

    Notes: Data was converted from local currencies using average exchange rates of the respective year.

    Most recent update: Apr 2024

    Source: Statista Market Insights

    Key Players

    Most recent update: Mar 2024

    Source: Statista Market Insights

    Analyst Opinion

    The Philippines has become one of the top destinations for Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) services in the world, with a thriving industry that has been growing steadily over the years.

    Customer preferences:
    One of the main reasons for the growth of the BPO industry in the Philippines is the country's highly skilled and educated workforce, with a large pool of English-speaking professionals who are able to provide high-quality services to clients from around the world. Additionally, the country's favorable business environment, low labor costs, and government support for the industry have also contributed to its success.

    Trends in the market:
    In recent years, the BPO industry in the Philippines has seen a shift towards more specialized services, such as healthcare, finance, and legal outsourcing. This trend has been driven by the increasing demand for complex and high-value services, as well as the need for greater efficiency and cost savings in these industries.Another trend in the market is the growing adoption of automation and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, which have the potential to transform the BPO industry by improving efficiency, reducing costs, and enhancing the quality of services. This trend is expected to continue in the coming years, as more companies look to leverage these technologies to stay competitive in the market.

    Local special circumstances:
    The Philippines has a number of unique advantages that have helped to make it a top destination for BPO services, including its strategic location, cultural affinity with Western countries, and strong government support for the industry. Additionally, the country's large and growing middle class has created a strong domestic market for BPO services, which has helped to sustain the industry even during times of global economic uncertainty.

    Underlying macroeconomic factors:
    The growth of the BPO industry in the Philippines is closely tied to the country's overall economic growth and stability, which has been driven by a number of factors including strong government policies, a growing domestic market, and a skilled and educated workforce. Additionally, the country's strategic location and cultural affinity with Western countries have helped to attract foreign investment and create a favorable business environment for the BPO industry. Despite challenges such as political instability and infrastructure constraints, the BPO industry in the Philippines is expected to continue to grow in the coming years, driven by strong customer demand, technological innovation, and government support.

    Global Comparison

    Notes: Data was converted from local currencies using average exchange rates of the respective year.

    Most recent update: Apr 2024

    Sources: Statista Market Insights, Financial Statements of Key Players, National statistical offices

    Methodology

    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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    Key Market Indicators

    Notes: Based on data from IMF, World Bank, UN and Eurostat

    Most recent update: Sep 2024

    Source: Statista Market Insights

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