Western Europe MFP Sector Forecast, 2022-2026

Description

This IDC Market Forecast presents a view of MFP shipments in Western Europe by end-user segment, focusing on the home market; businesses with fewer than 10 employees, 10 to 99 employees, 100 to 499 employees, and more than 500 employees; and government/education."As lockdowns eased in 2021, businesses switched their attention back to their internal print infrastructure. Sales of laser devices increased, but supply chain issues curtailed growth opportunities. This stagnation will continue through the remainder of 2022 and into 2023," said Phil Sargeant, senior program director, Imaging, Printing, and Document Solutions, IDC Europe.

Product Code: EUR148680622

IDC Market Forecast Figure

Executive Summary

Advice for Technology Suppliers

Supply Chain Issues will Continue Through 2022 and Most Likely into 2023
Sustainability Remains in High Demand
Inflation and the Economic Situation Is Leading to Price Pressures
The Hybrid Model Is Here to Stay and Gives Rise to Additional Opportunities
Subscription Models Remain Popular and Are Moving from Home to Businesses
Customers Are Demanding Recycled and Remanufactured Devices

Market Forecast

Market Context

Drivers and Inhibitors
- Drivers
  - Hybrid Business Models may Lead to New Opportunities in the SMB and Enterprise Markets
  - Flexibility in Contracts can be a Key to Success, Especially in Uncertain Times
- Inhibitors
  - Supply Chain Issues Continue to Affect Segments of the MFP Market
  - The Economic Situation and Inflation will Likely Reduce Print Investment
  - Continued Digitization will Continue to Exert Pressure on the Printed Page.
Significant Market Developments
- Supply Chain Issues will Impact Most Segments Heading into 2023
- The Current Economic Climate Is Leading to Inflation
Changes from Prior Forecast