Productivity Software - North America

North America

Revenue in the Productivity Software market is projected to reach US$43.06bn in 2024.
Office Software dominates the market with a projected market volume of US$15.90bn in 2024.
Revenue is expected to show an annual growth rate (CAGR 2024-2028) of 1.34%, resulting in a market volume of US$45.41bn by 2028.
In global comparison, most revenue will be generated in the United States (US$40,000.00m in 2024).

Key regions: South Korea, Netherlands, United States, Canada, United Kingdom

Definition:

The Productivity Software market covers software applications that are designed to support individuals and organizations in increasing their efficiency and effectiveness in carrying out their tasks. This market includes applications ranging from common office software to complex creative software applications that are used for both personal and business purposes.

Products in the Productivity Software market can be obtained in two ways: as on-premises software that is sold via a transactional license or a subscription and as cloud-based software (software as a service/ SaaS) that is most frequently sold as a subscription.

Structure:

The Productivity Software market contains five markets that are based on the functionality of the software:

Administrative Software refers to software applications that are used to manage various administrative tasks and processes within an organization.
Collaboration Software refers to software applications that are used to facilitate communication and collaboration among teams and individuals within an organization.
Office Software refers to software applications that are used for productivity and work-related tasks in an office environment.
Creative Software refers to software applications designed to support tasks such as graphic design, video editing, 3D modeling, music composition, and photo editing.
Construction and Design Software refers to software applications in the areas such as Computer-Aided Design (CAD), Manufacturing (CAM), and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM).

Additional Information:

The Productivity Software market comprises revenue and revenue growth as the key performance indicators. Only revenues that are generated by primary vendors at the manufacturer price level either directly or through distribution channels (excluding value-added tax) are included, and revenues generated by resellers are excluded. Revenues are generated through both online and offline sales channels and include spending by consumers (B2C), enterprises (B2B) as well as governments (B2G). Detailed definitions of each market can be found on the respective page where the market data is displayed.

Key players in this market include Microsoft, Zoom, Adobe, SAP, and Dassault Systems.

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Analyst Opinion

The demand for productivity software in North America has been steadily increasing in recent years.

Customer preferences: Customers in North America are increasingly looking for productivity software that is user-friendly, easily integrable with other software, and offers a wide range of features that can help streamline their work processes. They also prefer software that is accessible on multiple devices, including smartphones and tablets.

Trends in the market: One trend in the North American productivity software market is the increasing adoption of cloud-based software. This trend is driven by the need for remote work capabilities and the desire for software that can be easily accessed from multiple devices. Another trend is the growing popularity of collaborative software, which allows teams to work together on projects in real-time. Additionally, there is a trend towards software that offers artificial intelligence and machine learning capabilities, which can help automate certain tasks and improve overall efficiency.

Local special circumstances: The North American market is highly competitive, with many established players and new entrants vying for market share. Additionally, there is a strong focus on data privacy and security in the region, which has led to increased demand for software that meets these standards. The region is also home to many large corporations and small businesses, each with their own unique needs and preferences.

Underlying macroeconomic factors: The North American economy has been performing well in recent years, with low unemployment rates and steady GDP growth. This has led to increased investment in technology and software, including productivity software. Additionally, the region has a strong culture of innovation and entrepreneurship, which has led to the development of many new and innovative productivity software solutions.

Methodology

Data coverage:

The data encompasses B2B, B2G, and B2C enterprises. Figures are based on the allocation to the country where the money was spent at manufacturer price level (excluding VAT).

Modeling approach / Market size:

The segment size is determined through a top-down approach. We use financial statements such as annual reports, quarterly earnings, and expert opinions to analyze the markets. To estimate the segment size for each country individually, we use relevant key market indicators and data from country-specific industry associations such as GDP, level of digitization, GDP sector composition, and observed level of software piracy.

Forecasts:

We use a variety of forecasting techniques, for instance, advanced statistical methods, depending on the behavior of the relevant segment. The main drivers are the GDP and the level of digitization.

Additional notes:

The data is modeled using current exchange rates. The market is updated twice a year in case market dynamics change. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic is considered at a country-specific level.