The employment in the office equipment sector in Italy reveals a declining trend from 2024 to 2028.
- From 2024 to 2025, the number of employees is expected to decrease by 8.2%, dropping from 877 to 805.
- From 2025 to 2026, a further decline of 8.8% is anticipated, reducing the workforce from 805 to 734.
- The downward trend continues with a 9.7% reduction from 2026 to 2027, from 734 to 663 employees.
- Finally, from 2027 to 2028, the number of persons employed is set to shrink by 10.4%, down to 594.
The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of the period from 2024 to 2028 indicates an average annual decline of approximately 9.3% in employment numbers. This reflects a consistent reduction in workforce year-on-year.
Future trends to watch for include the ongoing digitization and automation within the office sector, which will likely continue to reduce the demand for manual labour. Additionally, shifts towards remote and flexible working arrangements could further impact the necessity of traditional office equipment, further diminishing employment in this sector.