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MarketLine Industry Profile

Global Software & Services
May 2012
Reference Code: 0199-2139

Publication Date: May 2012

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Market value
The global software & services industry grew by 7.3% in 2011 to reach a value of $2,482.8 billion.

Market value forecast
In 2016, the global software & services industry is forecast to have a value of $3,422.8 billion, an increase of 37.9% since 2011.

Category segmentation
It services is the largest segment of the global software & services industry, accounting for 47.7% of the industry's total value.

Geography segmentation
Americas accounts for 37% of the global software & services industry value.

Market share
Hewlett-Packard Company is the leading player in the global software & services industry, generating a 5.1% share of the industry's value.

Market rivalry
This industry group is fragmented, with large incumbents operating alongside smaller companies, although diverse product portfolios and strong growth help to alleviate rivalry slightly.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Executive Summary ....................................................................................................................................................... 2 Market value............................................................................................................................................................... 2 Market value forecast ................................................................................................................................................. 2 Category segmentation