Operating Systems & Productivity Software Publishing in the US - Industry Market Research Report
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Operating Systems & Productivity Software Publishing in the US
The major companies writing operating systems (think Microsoft, Apple, Google) have become some of the world's largest, mostly due to their omnipresence in the devices people use almost hourly. Over the past 20 years, industry revenue more than tripled, untouched by the Great Recession and boosted by the pandemic. Microsoft Word and Excel have enabled executives and schoolchildren to easily command words and numbers. The industry has been richly rewarded for these world-changing applications, with revenue climbing at a CAGR of 6.9% to $160.4 billion in 2023, with profit reaching 15.8% and revenue rising 2.1% in 2023 alone.
Companies in this industry develop and publish operating systems and productivity software for computers and servers. An operating system is the interface with which computer users interact; productivity software includes basic applications, such as word processors, spreadsheets and slideshow creation tools. Companies may also generate revenue from tech support and software resales. This industry does not include computer hardware manufacturing or mobile phone operating system publishing.
This report covers the scope, size, disposition and growth of the industry including the key sensitivities and success factors. Also included are five year industry forecasts, growth rates and an analysis of the industry key players and their market shares.
The major companies writing operating systems (think Microsoft, Apple, Google) have become some of the world's largest, mostly due to their omnipresence in the devices people use almost hourly. Over the past 20 years, industry revenue more than tripled, untouched by the Great Recession and boosted by the pandemic. Microsoft Word and Excel have enabled executives and schoolchildren to easily command words and numbers. The industry has been richly rewarded for these world-changing applications, with revenue climbing at a CAGR of 6.9% to $160.4 billion in 2023, with profit reaching 15.8% and revenue rising 2.1% in 2023 alone.
Companies in this industry develop and publish operating systems and productivity software for computers and servers. An operating system is the interface with which computer users interact; productivity software includes basic applications, such as word processors, spreadsheets and slideshow creation tools. Companies may also generate revenue from tech support and software resales. This industry does not include computer hardware manufacturing or mobile phone operating system publishing.
This report covers the scope, size, disposition and growth of the industry including the key sensitivities and success factors. Also included are five year industry forecasts, growth rates and an analysis of the industry key players and their market shares.
Table of Contents
47 Pages
- TABLE OF CONTENTS
ABOUT THIS INDUSTRY
Industry Definition
Main Activities
Similar Industries
Additional Resources
INDUSTRY AT A GLANCE
INDUSTRY PERFORMANCE
Executive Summary
Key External Drivers
Current Performance
Industry Outlook
Industry Life Cycle
PRODUCTS & MARKETS
Supply Chain
Products & Services
Demand Determinants
Major Markets
International Trade
Business Locations
COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
Market Share Concentration
Key Success Factors
Cost Structure Benchmarks
Basis of Competition
Barriers to Entry
Industry Globalization
MAJOR COMPANIES
OPERATING CONDITIONS
Capital Intensity
Technology & Systems
Revenue Volatility
Regulation & Policy
Industry Assistance
KEY STATISTICS
Industry Data
Annual Change
Key Ratios
JARGON & GLOSSARY
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Pricing
Currency Rates
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