The employment in the software publishing sector in Finland has seen notable changes over the past decade. Starting from 1.84 thousand employees in 2014, it reached 5.02 thousand by 2023. The sector experienced significant growth, especially from 2018 onwards, when employment more than doubled, peaking with a year-on-year increase of 113.07%. Recent years demonstrate consistent growth, with 2022 and 2023 showing year-on-year increases of 4.57% and 4.3%, respectively. The 5-year CAGR from 2018 to 2023 stands at 6.47%.
Looking forward, the forecasted data suggests a stable growth trajectory. By 2028, employment is expected to reach 6.0 thousand employees, with a forecasted 5-year CAGR of 2.82% and a total growth rate of 14.94% from 2023 to 2028.
Future trends to watch for include:
- The impact of digital transformation initiatives on employment in the sector.
- The influence of new technologies such as artificial intelligence and machine learning on job roles and opportunities.
- Potential regulatory changes within the EU affecting the software publishing industry.
