The employment in the German office machinery and equipment manufacturing sector, excluding computers and peripherals, is projected to see a slight decline from 6.35 thousand FTEs in 2024 to 6.28 thousand FTEs by 2028. Year-on-year, the employment figures reveal a marginal decrease, averagely reducing by approximately 0.3% annually. Since the values in 2023 stood at similar levels, this trend highlights a modest contraction over the forecast period.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Technological advancements influencing employment needs.
- Changing global trade policies potentially impacting export-driven demand.
- Automation effects on workforce demand within the sector.
- Environmental and sustainability regulations shaping production processes.
