The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is one of the most prosperous countries in the Middle East and one of the region’s largest IT service markets. While the recent global recession brought an abrupt end to a period of unprecedented growth in the UAE, there remains significant potential for expansion in the IT service sector. It is therefore unsurprising that a growing number of foreign vendors are setting up operations in the key business centers of Dubai and Abu Dhabi. This report aims to provide an overview of the current state of the UAE’s IT service market, including a close look at the competitive landscape. It will also identify key points regarding the UAE’s economy as a whole, of which all firms looking to do business in the region should be aware.
