Jon Peddie Research announces the release of the CAD report for 2008 to
2012.
The CAD industry has been undergoing a remarkable renaissance over the
last five years as a result of several factors. Among those factors are
hardware advances that put 64-bit, multi-core computers into the
mainstream. In addition, there is broadening acceptance of 3D
techniques. And finally, the marriage of CAD visualization with
information management helps redefine the CAD industry and extend its
relevance throughout the enterprise. In an industry known for a
conservative rate of change, there is a significant shift taking place
as smaller businesses are investing in new technologies to improve their
processes and efficiency.
According to JPR’s research, CAD software
vendors saw combined revenues of $5,234.95 million in 2007. The CAD
software market increased an astounding 20% in 2007 compared to 2006
when revenues reached $4,362.45 million. The trend will continue through
2008 in spite of challenges in the U.S. economy that could ripple
through worldwide economies. Strong growth continues in the emerging
economies that will than offset contractions in the west.
In 2008, the CAD market will grow to $6,024.55 million, an increase of
15%. This is slightly down from our earlier prediction of 18% growth as
we see some vendors facing decreased sales primarily in the
architectural fields. In all, however, the CAD industry is growing and
will continue to grow through 2012 with a CAGR of 11%.
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
Total CAD Revenue
$4,362
$5,235
$6,025
$6,609
$7,072
$7,567
$8,210
(Source: Jon Peddie Research)
In 2007 the worldwide installed base of CAD users reached 5.31 million,
a 20% increase over 2006 when the number of CAD users was 4.42 million.
In 2007 the majority of CAD users, 63% are still working in 2D, and 37%
work in 3D. However revenues for 3D CAD programs are higher. In all
revenues for 3D CAD accounted for 53% of the market and 2D CAD accounted
for 47% of the market. This highlights a shift as comparatively fewer
users account for a larger share of the revenue. This trend will
continue. 2D CAD programs are less expensive than 3D programs and we’ve
been seeing the slow encroachment of 2D CAD programs offered for free by
companies hoping woo 2D users to their 3D products.
The trend to 3D will continue but it’s
important to note that not all of the 2D CAD users are going to make the
transition to 3D. In many cases, the transition means a change of job
description. Sometimes, the growth of 3D CAD is happening as
professionals add CAD to their portfolio of tools. However, those 2D CAD
users who do make the transition to 3D can expect to see increased job
prestige and increased income.
The 2008 CAD Report
The 2008 CAD Report is a detailed report that looks specifically at the
CAD market. It includes information on worldwide CAD software revenues,
market share, and a information about the user base. The market looks at
the industry from the two major subsets of Mechanical/Manufacturing and
AEC (Architecture, Electrical, and Construction). The report also
includes a section on CAD for the Mac and Process and Power. It breaks
out the relative share of the market for Architecture, MCAD, Process and
Power, Civil, GIS/Mapping, and other.
The report also looks at major trends in the industry including the
transition to advanced hardware, the approaches to multiCAD, and the
addition of visualization to the repertoire of CAD companies’
capabilities. For more information, a table of contents is available at www.jonpeddie.com.
About the Jon Peddie Research
Based in Tiburon, California, JPR provides consulting, research, and
other specialized services to technology companies, including graphics
development, multimedia for professional applications and consumer
electronics, high-end computing, and Internet-access product development.
The report is available for $5,000 for a single license and $7,500 for a
site wide license. Also available will be profiles on the major CAD
companies which will be available online and regularly updated.
EDITOR’S NOTE: Excerpts from the CAD report
and expert interviews are available on request.
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