The telecommunications sector in Poland has experienced varying trends in employment over the past decade. The number of employees peaked in 2014 with a slight growth but began a consistent decline, reaching its lowest point in 2020. Although there was a small resurgence in 2021, the trend of decreasing employment continues, with 69.6 thousand employees in 2023. Year-on-year changes and compound annual growth rate (CAGR) reflect these fluctuations – notable declines were seen from 2015 to 2018, with slight recovery post-2020. The CAGR over the last five years was -0.92%, reinforcing the downward trend.
Future forecasts from 2024 indicate a gradual but persistent decline in employment, with a forecasted 5-year CAGR of -0.17%, suggesting a stabilization in the rate of decline. By 2028, the number of employees is projected to be around 68.8 thousand, marking a slow decrease.
Future trends to watch for:
- Impact of technological advancements such as 5G and automation on employment.
- Potential market consolidations and their effect on job numbers.
- Government policies and investments in digital infrastructure which may influence employment rates.
