IT sector in Türkiye is growing with artificial intelligence and cloud computing

The IT sector in Türkiye has gained great momentum in recent years and has made significant strides, especially in software and service exports. While the total export value of the sector reached 58 billion TL in 2023, the increase in the number of technoparks contributed to the increase in innovative initiatives in the sector. Paperwork Sales Director Tolga Eşiz stated that they are an important part of this dynamic growth in Türkiye ‘s IT sector and that the sector has achieved an average annual growth rate of 22%.

Prominent Trends

Tolga Eşiz stated that digital transformation, cloud computing, artificial intelligence and cyber security are among the prominent trends in the Turkish IT sector as of 2024. Emphasizing that digital transformation is a preferred way to increase the efficiency of both public and private sector organizations, Eşiz emphasized that cloud computing and big data analytics contribute to the modernization of business processes. He also stated that new generation technologies such as 5G and the Internet of Things (IoT) are rapidly spreading in Türkiye and are being used in smart city projects.

Effects of Artificial Intelligence

Stating that artificial intelligence (AI) solutions have created significant impacts on the Turkish IT sector, Eşiz said that AI increases efficiency, especially in the areas of data analytics and automation. Stating that tools such as GenAI allow for the analysis of unstructured data and help organizations make more conscious business decisions, Eşiz emphasized that legal regulations and ethical studies regarding AI are also rapidly developing in Türkiye .

Sustainable Technology Applications

Tolga Eşiz stated that the issue of sustainability is increasingly gaining importance in the IT sector and that IT companies in Türkiye are adopting various technological applications to reduce environmental impacts. Expressing that cloud computing, energy-efficient data centers and waste reduction programs are examples of these applications, Eşiz said that developments in sustainable technology in Turkey are considered as part of digital transformation strategies.

Effects of Digital Transformation

Eşiz stated that digital transformation offers significant advantages to businesses in Türkiye , such as operational efficiency, cost savings and the development of new income models. Expressing that easier access to education, health and public services has been provided for society thanks to digitalization, Eşiz emphasized that digital transformation projects have gained momentum and integrated into the daily lives of society. He said that this situation has accelerated economic development and led to radical changes in the way of doing business.

Strategies for the Future

Tolga Eşiz stated that the Turkish IT sector continues to grow rapidly with its dynamic structure and the adaptation of its young population to technology. Stating that artificial intelligence, automation and cloud solutions will be the main factors driving the growth of the sector, Eşiz emphasized that due to increasing cybersecurity threats, it has become inevitable to make investments in this area and develop innovative solutions. He said that all these developments have prepared a strong foundation for the future of Türkiye’s digital economy.