The employment in Belgium's ICT industry displayed a fluctuating yet overall positive trend from 2013 to 2023. The employment value in 2023 stood at 3.03 units of total employment. Significant growth was observed from 2018 to 2019 with a 3.86% increase. Over the last two years (2022 to 2023), the industry experienced modest growth, with a yearly increase of less than 1%. From 2019 to 2023, a CAGR of 1.23% was recorded, indicating steady long-term growth.

Looking forward, the forecast for the next five years (2024 to 2028) indicates an expected CAGR of 0.26%, suggesting a slight slowdown in growth compared to previous years. The five-year forecasted employment growth rate stands at 1.32% by 2028, implying a continued but modest expansion.

Future trends to watch for include:

Technological advancements and digital transformation driving demand for ICT professionals.
Impact of remote and hybrid working models on ICT employment.
Role of emerging technologies like AI, IoT, and cybersecurity in shaping industry employment.