In 2023, the total internal R&D personnel in data processing, hosting, and related activities, including web portals in Italy, stood at approximately 1.84 thousand FTEs. The forecast for 2024 marks an increase to 1.86 thousand, with a steady rise projected through 2028, reaching 1.93 thousand FTEs. This indicates a consistent year-on-year growth rate, averaging about 0.5% annually. Over the five-year period from 2023, the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) suggests a gradual strengthening in R&D employment within this sector.
Future trends to monitor include:
- The impact of technological advancements on R&D employment demand.
- How digital transformation initiatives across industries drive personnel needs.
- The potential influence of economic policies or incentives on R&D activities.
