Global Workload Scheduling Software Market 2016-2020

Overview of the global workload scheduling software market

Technavio’s market research analyst predicts that the global workload scheduling software market will grow at a CAGR of just over 8% during the forecast period. One of the key growth drivers for this market is the increased need to boost employee productivity. Companies of all sizes benefit from the use of workload scheduling software as it helps with the timely execution of multiple tasks. Management processes like security, performance, and configuration management can be scheduled with the support of a scheduling software. This software helps employees save time by executing jobs properly and, in turn, raises their productivity levels. The rising need for reduced dependence on professional expertise and helping employees become more productive by implementing scheduling software will help boost market growth during the forecast period.

In this industry report, analysts have estimated trends like the emerging uses of analytics and workload scheduling software to spur market growth during the forecast period. Recently, it has been observed that the focus of software providers is shifting from providing real-time information to predictive analytics. Built-in predictive analytics helps companies to proactively manage their workflows and cut down on backlogs as far as possible. Analytic tools also help system administrators identify and resolve problems before they can have an adverse impact on networks. Increased provisions in the form of predictive analytics that help companies identify opportunities and threats will have a positive impact on market growth by 2020.

Segmentation by deployment and analysis of the workload scheduling software market

• Cloud-based
• On-premises

The on-premises segment is the largest in the global workload scheduling software market and is expected to grow at a CAGR of over 7% during the forecast period. Advantages like customization of storage requirements, in-house management of sensitive and confidential data, and faster operation of software as compared to the cloud-based model will lead to the strong demand for on-premises deployment model during the predicted period.

Geographical segmentation and analysis of the workload scheduling software market

• Americas
• APAC
• EMEA

The Americas dominate the global workload scheduling software market and is expected to generate revenues of close to USD 2 billion by the end of the forecast period. Quite a few vendors have extended their portfolios in the US and Canadian markets due to the increased need for operational efficiency. The availability of an adequate IT infrastructure in this region will lead to the growth of this market in the Americas.

Competitive landscape and key vendors

The global workload scheduling software market is fragmented owing to the presence of a few multinational and small regional providers. The large vendors in this market are likely to buy smaller companies to expand their market share as well as product portfolios. To survive and thrive in this intensely competitive environment, the providers have to distinguish themselves through unique selling propositions.

Key vendors in this market are -

• BMC Software
• CA Technologies
• IBM
• VMWare

Other prominent vendors in this market are Adaptive Computing, ASG, Cisco Systems, Dell, Egenera, Hitachi, ManageIQ (RedHat), Micro Focus, Microsoft, and Stone Branch.

Key questions answered in the report include

• What will the market size and the growth rate be in 2020?
• What are the key factors driving the global workload scheduling software market?
• What are the key market trends influencing the growth of the global workload scheduling software market?
• What are the challenges to market growth?
• Who are the key vendors in the global workload scheduling software market?
• What are the market opportunities and threats faced by the vendors in the global workload scheduling software market?
• Trending factors influencing the market shares of the Americas, APAC, and EMEA.
• What are the key outcomes of the five forces analysis of the global workload scheduling software market?

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