This IDC study focuses on the education sector in Australia, providing a map of where short- and long-term opportunities can be found, and highlighting purchasing patterns for products and services by market. This IDC study is part of a series of reports focusing on specific vertical markets. Provided are actual ICT market sizing and IT market share for 2008, along with forecasts for 2009 through 2013, including the five-year compound annual growth rates (CAGRs).

"Globalisation and rapid technological change have made knowledge a critical determinant of competitiveness in the world economy. With globalisation, the information revolution, and increasing demands for a highly skilled workforce, it is clear that nations must accord high priority to building the capacity to effectively utilise technology in education. The government's Digital Education Revolution (DER) initiative recognises that Australian students need greater access to and more sophisticated use of ICT. They need the best hardware, high-speed broadband connections, quality digital content, and well-trained teachers to integrate technology into teaching and learning," says Melissa Martin, senior market analyst, IT Spending and Vertical Markets, IDC Australia.