IT Outsourcing - Spain

Spain

In 2024, the projected revenue for the IT Outsourcing market in Spain is expected to reach €9.79bn.
This indicates a positive growth trend for the industry.
Furthermore, it is anticipated that the market will continue to expand at an annual growth rate of 7.54% (CAGR 2024-2029), resulting in a market volume of €14.08bn by 2029.
This consistent growth highlights the potential for further development and opportunities within the IT Outsourcing market in Spain.
When considering the average Spend per Employee in the IT Outsourcing market, it is projected to reach €399.00 in 2024.
This figure provides insight into the financial investment made per employee in the industry, indicating the value placed on IT Outsourcing market services in Spain.
In a global context, it is worth noting that United States is expected to generate the highest revenue in the IT Outsourcing market, with an estimated figure of €181.10bn in 2024.
This comparison highlights the significant contribution of the United States to the global IT Outsourcing market sector, underscoring its dominant position in the market.
Spain's IT outsourcing market is thriving due to its highly skilled workforce and competitive costs, making it an attractive destination for global companies seeking cost-effective IT services.

Key regions: Brazil, Italy, United States, China, Germany

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

Spain, a country located in southwestern Europe, has been experiencing a steady growth in the IT outsourcing market.

Customer preferences: Spanish companies are increasingly looking to outsource their IT services to reduce costs and improve efficiency. Many companies are seeking to outsource non-core functions such as IT support and maintenance, software development, and data center management. Additionally, Spanish companies are looking for outsourcing providers that can offer a high level of technical expertise and quality service.

Trends in the market: One trend in the IT outsourcing market in Spain is the increasing adoption of cloud-based services. Many companies are moving away from traditional on-premise IT solutions and are instead opting for cloud-based solutions that offer greater flexibility and scalability. Another trend is the growing demand for cybersecurity services, as companies seek to protect their sensitive data from cyber threats.

Local special circumstances: Spain has a large pool of skilled IT professionals who are able to provide high-quality services to companies. Additionally, Spain is a member of the European Union, which means that companies operating in Spain can take advantage of the EU's data protection regulations. However, the IT outsourcing market in Spain is highly competitive, with many local and international providers vying for business.

Underlying macroeconomic factors: Spain's economy has been steadily recovering since the global financial crisis, with GDP growth averaging around 2.5% in recent years. This has led to increased business investment in the country, including in the IT sector. Additionally, Spain has a relatively low cost of living compared to other European countries, which makes it an attractive location for outsourcing providers. However, Spain has also been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, which has led to a slowdown in economic activity and may impact the IT outsourcing market in the short term.

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.