Abstract
This IDC study focuses on the resources sector in Australia,
providing a map of where short- and longer-term opportunities can
be found, highlighting purchasing patterns for products and services by
market. This IDC study is part of a series of
reports focusing on specific vertical markets. Provided are actual ICT
market sizing and IT market share for 2008, along with
forecasts for 20092013, including the five-year compound annual growth rates
(CAGRs).
"Thanks to abundant mineral resources, rich farming land, skilled industry
professionals, and advanced extraction processes, Australia is a leader in
the global resources industry. However, it is technology in the
form of productivity improvements, reducing costs, safety, and automation that
will be the way to maintain momentum for the resources
industry in Australia," says Melissa Martin, aenior market analyst, IT
Spending and Vertical Markets, IDC Australia.
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