IT spend as share of revenue worldwide 2022-2023, by industry
Cloud computing
Cloud computing is an essential IT service that utilizes a network of distant servers hosted over the Internet to store, handle, and process data. This segment of IT services was projected to generate revenues exceeding 670 billion U.S. dollars in 2024 and is expected to continue its rapid growth trajectory. Managed Services Providers (MSPs) provide companies with the expertise and technical support to manage their cloud infrastructure and products without the need for in-house specialists. Cloud computing is segmented into three main categories.Software as a Service (SaaS) delivers software applications over the Internet, on a subscription basis, freeing companies from software and hardware management. Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) offers a virtualized computing infrastructure managed over the Internet, allowing businesses to avoid the costs and complexities of purchasing and managing physical servers and data center infrastructure. Platform as a Service (PaaS) provides a platform allowing customers to develop, run, and manage applications without the complexity of building and maintaining the infrastructure.