OECD Information Technology Outlook 2008
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OECD Information Technology Outlook 2008

Information technology (IT) and broadband are major drivers of research, innovation, economic growth and social change. The 2008 edition of the OECD Information Technology Outlook analyses recent developments in the IT goods and services industries, and suggests that the outlook is for continued long-term growth, constrained by the currently very uncertain macroeconomic environment in OECD countries but with somewhat higher growth possible elsewhere.  

This edition analyses the impact of high-speed broadband on the economy, and areas of future impacts. The dynamic growth of digital-content-based creative industries is outlined, covering user-created content; online computer and video games; film, video and music; and online advertising.  Recent trends in OECD ICT policies are analysed to assess whether they are rising to these new challenges. Highly prioritised policy areas include investing in ICT R&D and innovation, improving government online activities, spreading broadband, increasing the use of ICTs, raising ICT skills and employment, and supporting digital content development.

Publication Date :
23 Dec 2008
DOI :
10.1787/it_outlook-2008-en
From chapter Globalisation of the ICT Sector
 
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Table 2.A1.2 – OECD trade in ICT goods, 1996-2006

Chapter 2. ICT trade and globalisation of the ICT sector (USD millions in current prices and annual growth per cent) You do not have access to this content

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DOI :
10.1787/it_outlook-2008-table2_a1_2-en
Years covered :
1996-2006, 2008
Also available in: French
 
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OECD trade in ICT goods, 1996-2006 appears in OECD Information Technology Outlook: 2008.