IDC Prediction for Malaysian IT Market 2007

IDC has a few predictions in their crystal ball for us this year: (TheStar InTech, 16 January 2007, IT22)

• IT spending will grow 2%. (from 10% to 12%)
• Hardware will grow 2%. (from 8% to 10%)
• Packaged software will also grow 2%. (from 9% to 11%)
• Next generation network services and convergence between landline and mobile will evolving the telecommunication markets.
• Digitalisation of TV boardcasting services.
• Software vendors will focus on SME customers.
• Demand for notebook will grow about 14%.
• WIMAX wireless broadband adoption will be swift.
• Home users and businesses will focus on digital cameras and high-speed scanners.