Doha — Qatar’s information technology (IT) sector is poised for significant expansion, projected to grow by $2.31 billion by 2029, according to a recent report by Research and Markets. The sector is expected to achieve a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.5%, driven by rising digital adoption, IT modernization, and strong regulatory incentives.
Market experts highlight surging demand for IT-as-a-Service (ITaaS) and mobility solutions as key drivers reshaping how Qatari enterprises manage their infrastructure and operations. Lina Farouq, senior analyst at Gulf Digital Insights, noted, “Qatari businesses are rapidly embracing cloud-first, service-based IT models propelled by global tech trends and local regulatory initiatives fostering agility and innovation.”
Major trends identified include widespread digital transformation, blockchain adoption for secure data exchange, and a growing Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) culture in hybrid work settings. “BYOD is now essential in Qatar, alongside increased demand for secure mobile infrastructure and endpoint management,” Farouq added.
The report also links market growth to strategic investments aligned with Qatar National Vision 2030, which prioritizes technology innovation as a cornerstone of the nation’s future.
The competitive vendor landscape includes 25 key players such as Apple, Microsoft, Cisco, Dell, IBM, SAP, and regional firms like Almana Soft, Ascentsoft, and Argus Technologies WLL. Jasmeet Kaur, IT specialist in Doha, explained, “Global vendors are customizing offerings to align with Qatar’s regulatory and cultural context, with localization and partnerships critical for success.”
As Qatar positions itself as a regional digital hub, experts predict the IT sector will remain highly competitive and rapidly evolving. Kaur emphasized, “The next five years will transform Qatar’s digital backbone, driving scale and innovation beyond mere growth.”
Job creation prospects are promising, supported by initiatives like Invest Qatar’s $1 billion technology incentive program offering grants to cover staffing costs and attract tech investments, expected to generate thousands of skilled IT jobs.
Facilities such as Qatar Science & Technology Park (QSTP) and Qatar Computing Research Institute (QCRI) already support over 1,000 staff and researchers focused on R&D and tech commercialization.
Statista reports that Qatar’s IT outsourcing segment alone, valued at approximately $396 million in 2025, is set to grow at an 8.3% CAGR, boosting employment in cloud services, cybersecurity, and managed services.
