The analysis of Global Total Internal R&D Personnel in Data Processing, Hosting and Related Activities, and Web Portals shows that Canada leads with the highest number of personnel in thousands, followed by the United Kingdom and Slovakia. The data for 2023 indicates significant increases in Slovakia and steady growth in New Zealand, while the UK and Japan saw a dip in personnel numbers. Notable yearly growth is observed in Slovakia, highlighting a potentially burgeoning sector. In contrast, Taiwan experienced a noticeable downturn.
Future trends to watch for include the continued expansion of digital economies, potentially driving increased R&D personnel in rapidly developing countries such as Slovakia. Meanwhile, established tech hubs may need to innovate further to maintain or grow their R&D workforce levels. Emerging technologies and digital transformation efforts are crucial factors that will shape the global distribution of R&D personnel in this sector.
Top countries in Total Internal R&D Personnel in Data Processing, Hosting and Related Activities; Web Portals by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Full-Time Equivalent) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Canada | 5,880 | 2023 | +4.5% | +6.19% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 2,620 | 2023 | +2% | -0.5% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Slovakia | 2,010 | 2023 | +31.81% | +180.72% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 1,840 | 2023 | +0.94% | +0.92% | View data |
| 5 | 5 South Korea | 1,390 | 2023 | +4.36% | +5.71% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Japan | 1,170 | 2023 | +23.91% | -0.93% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 1,120 | 2023 | +3.39% | +5.65% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 1,090 | 2023 | +2.28% | -0.13% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 1,060 | 2023 | +5.71% | +3.84% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Taiwan | 405.51 | 2023 | -6.58% | -9.45% | View data |
