Abstract
This IDC study examines the current dynamics of the hosting infrastructure
services (HIS) market in Australia. It provides a five-year forecast with
detailed forecast assumptions and outlines key industry drivers and dynamics.
Finally, recommendations are outlined for HIS vendors to consider when moving
forward in their market planning efforts.
"The HIS market in Australia is currently in the midst of a renaissance as
providers add capacity and expand services to meet rising customer demand. In
fact, the market for HIS is growing at a very healthy rate - eclipsing many
other IT services segments over the course of the forecast period. The HIS
market in Australia reached A$331.35 million in 2007. This segment is forecast
to increase by 8.2% in 2008 with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.3%
in the 2008-2012 period," says Melissa Martin, senior market analyst, IDC
Australia.