Software Publishing in Ireland - Industry Market Research Report

Making it rain: Business' dependence on cloud computing is set to boost the industry in 2023

The Software Publishing industry has soared, supported by expanding adoption of IT and telecommunications and the emergence of new technology. Web-based and subscription-driven cloud services and mobile platform innovations are providing new opportunities for software publishers. The average industry profit margin has remained higher than average for the information and communication sector, supported by the protected status of software under intellectual property laws and the front-loaded investment nature of software publishing.

This industry includes enterprises that publish ready-made, non-customised software, engaging in various activities such as translation, technical support and design. Encompassed within the industry is also the publishing of computer games for all platforms. Not included in the industry is the printing of software onto discs, which is done by downstream distributors, or programming of software, usually performed by separate developing companies (IBISWorld report J62.010IE).

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.