The number of employees in the software publishing sector in Italy saw fluctuating trends from 2013 to 2023. In 2023, the employment level stood at 1.63 thousand, a slight increase of 2.51% from the previous year. Over the past two years, there has been a recovery of 8.09% from the drop in 2020. However, the broader five-year CAGR reflects a -2.53% decline, indicating a gradual overall decrease. This long-term downward trend appears reinforced in future projections, with a forecasted five-year CAGR of -2.19% leading to a 10.5% drop by 2028.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts of technological advances such as AI automation, shifts in global economic conditions, and evolving software development models that could influence employment dynamics within the sector.