Software

Albania

Highlights

Albania's Software market is expected to achieve a revenue of US$56.81m in 2024.
The dominant player in this market segment is Enterprise Software , which is projected to reach a market volume of US$23.11m in the same year.
The revenue is anticipated to exhibit a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR 2024-2029) of 6.57%, leading to a market volume of US$78.08m by 2029.
When compared globally, United States is forecasted to generate the highest revenue in this market, amounting to US$363.40bn in 2024.
Albania's software market is experiencing a surge in demand, driven by the increasing adoption of cloud-based solutions by local businesses.

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Definition:

In general, software is defined as a set of instructions written as programming code to execute specific tasks on a computing device. The Software market covers a wide range of software products and solutions that are publicly sold by various companies. Most software solutions in this market are designed for professional use, but some can also be suitable for personal use. They can also range from basic productivity tools such as word processors and spreadsheets to complex software solutions such as project management tools, graphic design software, and enterprise resource planning software.

Products in the Software market can be obtained in two ways: as on-premises software that is sold via a transactional license or a subscription and as cloud-based software (software as a service/ SaaS) that is most frequently sold as a subscription.

Structure:

The market contains four markets that are based on the functionality of the software:

Productivity Software refers to application software that supports activities such as producing documents, spreadsheets, drawings, and presentations. This market includes Administrative Software, Collaboration Software, Office Software, Creative Software, and Construction and Design Software.
Enterprise Software refers to all software that supports essential large-scale business activities such as enterprise resource management, customer management, and supply chain activities. This market includes Enterprise Resource Planning Software, Customer Relationship Management Software, Business Intelligence Software, Supply Chain Management Software, Content Management Software, and Other Enterprise Software.
Application Development Software refers to software and tools that help the overall application development process.
System Infrastructure Software refers to software that provides the base framework for operating and managing organizational processes and services on hardware devices.

Additional Information:

The Software market comprises revenue and revenue change as the key performance indicators. Only revenues that are generated by primary vendors at the manufacturer price level either directly or through distribution channels (excluding value-added tax) are included, and revenues generated by resellers are excluded. Revenues are generated through both online and offline sales channels and include spending by consumers (B2C), enterprises (B2B) as well as governments (B2G). Detailed definitions of each market can be found on the respective page where the market data is displayed.

Key players in this market include Microsoft, Adobe, SAP, Oracle, and Salesforce.

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The software market in Albania has been experiencing a steady growth in recent years.

Customer preferences: Albanian customers are increasingly interested in software products that improve their productivity and efficiency. The demand for enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, customer relationship management (CRM) software, and project management software has been on the rise. Additionally, there has been an increase in demand for cloud-based software solutions, as businesses seek to reduce their IT infrastructure costs.

Trends in the market: One of the major trends in the software market in Albania is the adoption of mobile applications. As the use of smartphones and tablets continues to grow in Albania, businesses are looking to develop mobile applications that can help them reach their customers more effectively. Another trend in the market is the increasing use of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) technologies. Businesses are using these technologies to automate their processes and improve their decision-making capabilities.

Local special circumstances: Albania is a small country with a relatively small market size, which means that software companies operating in the country need to be able to compete on a global scale. Additionally, Albania has a relatively young population, with a high proportion of university graduates. This means that there is a pool of skilled labor available for software development companies.

Underlying macroeconomic factors: Albania has been experiencing steady economic growth in recent years, with a focus on developing its IT sector. The government has been implementing policies to attract foreign investment in the IT sector, and there has been an increase in the number of IT companies operating in the country. Additionally, Albania has a relatively low cost of living compared to other European countries, which makes it an attractive location for software development companies looking to reduce their costs.

Data coverage:

The data encompasses B2B, B2G, and B2C enterprises, except for the Enterprise Software segment, in which consumer (B2C) spending is not considered. Figures are based on the allocation to the country where the money was spent at manufacturer price level (excluding VAT).

Modeling approach / Market size:

Market sizes are determined through a top-down approach with a bottom-up validation, building on a specific rationale for each market segment. As a basis for evaluating markets, we use annual financial reports of the market-leading companies and reports from our primary research. In addition, we use relevant key market indicators and data from country-specific associations, such as GDP, level of digitization, GDP sector composition, and observed level of software piracy. 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. The main drivers are the GDP and the level of digitization.

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 is considered at a country-specific level.