Software - Lesotho

Lesotho

Lesotho is projected to see a revenue of US$7.88m in the Software market by 2024.
The dominant player in this market segment is Enterprise Software , which is expected to reach a market volume of US$3.36m in the same year.
The revenue is anticipated to grow at an annual rate of 4.09% from 2024 to 2029, resulting in a market volume of US$9.63m by 2029.
In terms of global comparison, United States is expected to generate the highest revenue, with a projected amount of US$363.40bn in 2024.
Lesotho's software market is rapidly expanding, driven by a growing demand for innovative solutions in sectors such as agriculture and healthcare.

Key regions: United States, Canada, Germany, China, Japan

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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Analyst Opinion

Lesotho, a small country in Southern Africa, is experiencing a growing demand for software products and services. This trend is driven by several factors that are shaping the software market in the country.

Customer preferences: Lesotho's software market is primarily driven by the demand for enterprise software solutions. Businesses in the country are looking for software that can help them streamline their operations, improve productivity, and reduce costs. This has led to an increasing demand for enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, customer relationship management (CRM) software, and supply chain management (SCM) software.

Trends in the market: One of the key trends in Lesotho's software market is the adoption of cloud-based software solutions. Businesses in the country are increasingly moving away from traditional on-premise software solutions and opting for cloud-based alternatives. This is because cloud-based software offers several benefits such as lower upfront costs, scalability, and ease of deployment.Another trend in the market is the increasing demand for mobile applications. As mobile phone penetration continues to grow in Lesotho, businesses are looking for ways to reach their customers through mobile channels. This has led to an increasing demand for mobile application development services.

Local special circumstances: One of the unique characteristics of Lesotho's software market is the dominance of the public sector. The Lesotho government is a major consumer of software products and services in the country. This has created opportunities for software vendors to provide solutions tailored to the needs of the public sector.Another special circumstance is the country's high unemployment rate. This has led to an increasing number of young people turning to entrepreneurship and starting their own software development companies. This has led to a vibrant startup ecosystem in the country, with several innovative software solutions being developed by local entrepreneurs.

Underlying macroeconomic factors: Lesotho's software market is being driven by several macroeconomic factors. One of the key factors is the country's growing economy, which is creating new opportunities for businesses to invest in software solutions. Another factor is the country's young population, which is driving demand for innovative and technology-driven solutions.Overall, the software market in Lesotho is poised for growth in the coming years. As businesses continue to adopt technology to streamline their operations and reach their customers, the demand for software products and services is only expected to increase.

Methodology

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.