Nordic enterprises are driving digital transformation by leveraging technologies such as AI and automation to tackle macroeconomic uncertainties, cost pressures, and talent shortages by prioritizing operational efficiency, resilience, and revenue generation by leveraging technologies such as AI and automation. Cybersecurity also remains a crucial focus, with Nordic companies collaborating with service providers to enhance data sovereignty and security measures. Additionally, partnerships with digital-native startups are promoting innovation and sustainability. With support from the government for sustainability initiatives, businesses are adopting ESG solutions and using digital tools to reduce carbon emissions and achieve their sustainability goals.
Both demand-side and supply-side trends are covered in our Nordics Digital Services 2024–2025 Market Insights™ and Nordics Digital Services 2024–2025™, respectively. These reports present a comprehensive study of digital service providers in the Nordics, including top trends, analysis, and recommendations. The RadarView also takes a close look at the leaders, innovators, disruptors, and challengers in this market.
We evaluated 51 service providers across three dimensions: practice maturity, investments and innovation, and ecosystem development. Of the 51 providers, we recognized 23 that brought the most value to the market during the past 12 months.
The reports recognize service providers across four categories:
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- Leaders: Accenture, Capgemini, HCLTech, Infosys, TCS, Tietoevry, and Wipro
- Innovators: Atea, CGI, Cognizant, Fujitsu, LTIMindtree, and Sopra Steria
- Disruptors: Devoteam, IBM, Knowit, and Tech Mahindra
- Challengers: DXC Technology, HiQ, KMD, Kyndryl, Netcompany, and Orange Business
Figure 1 below from the full report illustrates these categories:
“Amid economic uncertainties and rising data risks, Nordic enterprises are facing unprecedented challenges,” said Jesus Garre, partner at Avasant. “Embracing digital technologies to drive sustainable and resilient growth becomes pivotal.”
The reports provide several findings, including the following:
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- Nordic enterprises are streamlining operations by leveraging digital technologies to enhance efficiency, manage resource crunch, and reduce costs
- Rising security threats and continued government oversight are driving Nordic firms to strengthen data sovereignty
- Enterprises are focusing on global market capabilities and emerging technologies to enhance service offerings and create new revenue streams
- Enterprises and government bodies in Nordics are increasingly investing in and collaborating with startups to drive organizational objectives
- Nordic firms continue advancing toward their sustainability goals by aligning with evolving environmental standards and regulations
“Nordic enterprises are partnering with service providers to drive digital innovation and resilience,” said Rohan Sahoo, senior analyst at Avasant. “They are increasingly investing in startups and digital technologies to meet their business goals.”
The RadarView also features detailed profiles of 23 service providers, along with their solutions, offerings, and experience in assisting Nordics-based enterprises in their digital transformation journeys.
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