In 2023, the employment in the retail sale of computers, peripheral units, software, and telecommunications equipment in designated stores stood at an actual value of approximately 17,290 full-time equivalents. Forecasts indicate a consistent decline: 16,570 in 2024, 15,850 in 2025, 15,130 in 2026, 14,440 in 2027, and 13,760 in 2028. This depicts an average yearly reduction of about 3.8%. Year-on-year percentage decreases from 2024 to 2028 show consistent contraction, emphasizing the sector's vulnerability to digital transformation and changing consumer preferences.

Future trends to monitor include:

The continual digitalization and rise in e-commerce affecting in-store retail employment.
Technological advancements necessitating workforce reskilling and upskilling.
The potential impact of macroeconomic factors like inflation and consumer spending power.