Over the past decade, the number of persons employed in computer consultancy services in Finland has shown a noticeable upward trend, rising from 8.81 thousand in 2014 to 13.9 thousand in 2023. Year-on-year variations have fluctuated, with periods of rapid growth such as 2016's 18.48% increase and 2020's 10.21% rise, as well as contractions like 2019's -8.99%. Despite such fluctuations, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years stood at approximately 2.91% by 2023, indicative of overall growth in the sector.
Forecast data suggests continued growth, reaching 16.22 thousand employees by 2028, with a forecast 5-year CAGR of 2.45% and a forecast 5-year growth rate of 12.84%. Looking ahead, key trends to watch for include the impact of digital transformation, advancements in technologies such as artificial intelligence, and the increasing demand for cybersecurity expertise, all of which could drive further employment growth in the industry.
