IT Outsourcing - Central & Western Europe

Central & Western Europe

Revenue in the IT Outsourcing market is projected to reach US$129.70bn in 2024.
Revenue is expected to show an annual growth rate (CAGR 2024-2029) of 8.42%, resulting in a market volume of US$194.30bn by 2029.
The average Spend per Employee in the IT Outsourcing market is projected to reach US$748.50 in 2024.
In global comparison, most revenue will be generated in the United States (US$197.30bn in 2024).

Key regions: Netherlands, United States, Japan, Germany, Italy

Definition:
The IT Outsourcing market refers to the external contracting of IT functions, services, or projects instead of relying on company-owned resources. By outsourcing IT tasks (e.g., to IT suppliers or software developers), enterprises are able to focus on their core functions and save internal resources and costs (e.g., office space, maintenance, and utilities). Thus, outsourcing teams becomes a viable cost resilience strategy in an environment where companies are looking to save money more than ever.

In an IT context, these activities include IT administration, IT application, and web hosting services. Non-IT-related outsourcing services are excluded.

Structure:

IT Outsourcing contains four distinct markets that are based on different services:

Administration Outsourcing refers to the market for services associated with the external sourcing of typical IT administration tasks such as hardware supply, setup, configuration, maintenance, security, and support.
Application Outsourcing refers to the market for all IT application services in a software production context, spanning from requirement assessments to concept and design of software applications.
Web Hosting includes all types of internet hosting services that allow companies or individuals to provide access to their web page via the World Wide Web.
Other IT Outsourcing refers to aggregated revenues of the types of IT outsourcing that are not specifically mentioned in the other IT Outsourcing markets, such as infrastructure outsourcing, network outsourcing, and managed services.

Additional Information:

The IT Outsourcing market comprises revenues, revenue change, average spend per employee, and revenues of the outsourcing types. 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 IBM, Accenture, Capgemini, NTT, and Hewlett Packard Enterprise.

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Analyst Opinion

The demand for IT outsourcing services in Central & Western Europe has been steadily increasing over the past few years.

Customer preferences: Customers in Central & Western Europe are increasingly looking for outsourcing partners who can provide high-quality services at a competitive price. They are also looking for partners who can offer a range of services, including software development, cloud computing, and cybersecurity. Additionally, customers are placing a greater emphasis on data privacy and security, which has led to an increase in demand for outsourcing partners who can ensure compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Trends in the market: Poland has emerged as a leading destination for IT outsourcing in Central & Western Europe. The country has a large pool of highly skilled IT professionals and offers a favorable business environment, with low labor costs and a stable political climate. Additionally, the country has a growing startup ecosystem, which has led to an increase in demand for outsourcing services.Germany is another key market for IT outsourcing in the region. The country has a well-established IT industry and a large pool of IT professionals. However, the market is highly competitive, and outsourcing providers need to offer high-quality services at a competitive price to succeed.

Local special circumstances: The Czech Republic is a popular destination for IT outsourcing due to its central location in Europe and its highly skilled workforce. The country has a large pool of IT professionals, and its universities produce a steady stream of graduates with technical expertise. Additionally, the country offers a favorable business environment, with low labor costs and a stable political climate.

Underlying macroeconomic factors: The growth in the IT outsourcing market in Central & Western Europe can be attributed to a number of macroeconomic factors. The region has a highly skilled workforce, with many countries producing a large number of IT graduates each year. Additionally, the region offers a favorable business environment, with low labor costs and a stable political climate. Finally, the region is home to a number of large multinational companies, which have helped to drive demand for IT outsourcing services.

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.