In 2023, South Korea led with 36.76k researchers in software publishing, experiencing a 5.53% growth from the previous year. Canada followed with 10.25k researchers, marking a 4.2% increase. Among European nations, Norway saw a slight decline at -0.61%, whereas the Czech Republic and Hungary recorded strong growth at 6.89% and 6.81%, respectively. New Zealand witnessed significant expansion with a 17.32% increase. Conversely, the UK and Slovenia faced declines of -4.78% and -8.61%, while Italy showed an 11.27% rise. Spain's numbers decreased slightly by -0.7% in 2023.
Looking ahead, it is important to monitor the rapid advancements in digital transformation and AI-driven innovation, which may fuel further growth in software research. Countries with robust tech policies could see significant gains, especially in Asia and emerging markets, fostering a competitive global landscape in software publishing research.
Top countries in Total Researchers in Software Publishing by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Full-Time Equivalent) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 South Korea | 36,760 | 2023 | +4.1% | +5.53% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Canada | 10,250 | 2023 | +2.31% | +4.2% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Norway | 1,270 | 2023 | +0.72% | -0.61% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Czech Republic | 806.48 | 2023 | +4.47% | +6.89% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Hungary | 695 | 2023 | +4.2% | +6.81% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Taiwan | 633.87 | 2023 | +4.55% | +0.41% | View data |
| 7 | 7 New Zealand | 341 | 2023 | +10.36% | +17.32% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Italy | 237.1 | 2023 | +6.04% | +11.27% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Spain | 179.56 | 2023 | -2.81% | -0.7% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United Kingdom | 92.38 | 2023 | -5.4% | -4.78% | View data |
