IT and telecommunications adoption in the UK - Data and Analysis (2000-2033)

Forecast Value in 2033

This report analyses the rate of information technology and telecommunications (IT&T) adoption in the UK, which is quantified by, and analysed in accordance with, the IBISWorld-created Information Technology and Telecommunications Adoption Index (IT&TAI). The IT&TAI equally weighs proxies for household, individual and business adoption of IT&T - these proxies are, within a given calendar year, the proportion of UK households which had internet access, for households; the proportion of adults aged 16 and over in Great Britain which had mobile internet access and those which purchased goods or services online (i.e. proxy for e-commerce) and the proportion of individuals who have used AI in the last 12 months, for individuals; and the proportion of UK companies with 10 or more employees which had internet access, those which operate a commercial website, and those that use AI tools in their operations, for businesses. The resultant index reflects the rate at which society as a whole is incorporating IT&T technologies into everyday activities. However, it must be noted that what is perceived to be "the rate of IT&T adoption" is difficult to quantify. The data, which is presented in calendar years, is sourced from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) records with regards to internet access among households and individuals, in addition to data concerning e-commerce and information and communications technology (ICT) in the business environment. In addition to estimates, this data is manipulated by IBISWorld.