India and China increasingly are occupying center stage in the information and communications technology (ICT) landscape. In these Special Reports, Gartner examines how their ICT industries are evolving and what their global impact will be.

India's fast-growing ICT industry has enabled it to stake a strong claim to becoming a global software superpower. We assess India's drivers and inhibitors to achieving this goal, as well as three scenarios for the evolution of its ICT industry.

The ICT sector is one of the most dynamic aspects of China's economic boom. Our comprehensive analysis examines the industry's scope and size, ecosystem and market trends, telecommunications and IT services, and scenarios.

China

China's ICT Industry: Current State and Future Direction
This special report focuses on China's emerging information and communication technology market. We look at the size and makeup of the market, assess a number of telecom providers and examine possible future developments.
The Size and Scope of China's ICT Industry, 2005-2009
Information and communication technology is one of the most dynamic market sectors in China's economic boom. End-user spending on ICT came to $120 billion in 2005 and will reach $152 billion in 2009.
China's Enterprise IT Market May Be Smaller Than You Think
Beware the temptations of fast-growth China; everything is not as it seems. Despite China having a consumer market that for many IT products is now the largest or second largest in the world, the enterprise IT market is a very different story.
Key Issues for China's ICT Industry, 2006
China's information and communication technology industry has benefited greatly from economic development policies and investment from government agencies. We outline the issues that will shape our research agenda for China.
Market Trends: Industry Analysis, China, 2004-2009
IT spending by China's industries will grow at a compound annual growth rate of 6.2 percent to $85 billion in 2009. The communications, financial services and manufacturing industries will spend the most on IT.
Market Trends: The Chinese Telecom Industry Ecosystem and Trends
China aims to be a major player in telecommunications. But it must develop policies, business models and R&D programs that achieve economies of scale and scope. We look at the value chains and trends in this market.
Education, R&D Institutions Shaping the Chinese ICT Industry
With the right mix of government policy, continued high-level investment in R&D and education, transparent governance for policy implementation, and management excellence, China is poised to become a major global information and communications technology powerhouse within 10 years.
Media Trends in China
China is evaluating a national standard for media technology platforms as it transitions to an all-digital environment. The domestic audience for media consumption presents a vast market for digital content creation, distribution and applications.
What Chinese IT Services Providers Must Do to Succeed In the Global Market
Many Chinese software service providers are seeking to export services globally, yet few will succeed. Chinese providers need to implement a number of critical requirements to effectively compete.
New Chinese Telecom Vendors Target Emerging Markets
As Huawei and ZTE gain a global foothold, newer Chinese vendors also hope that strength in their home country will help them build an international presence. We profile two of these vendors, FiberHome and Harbour Networks.
Government Policies Limit Telecom Prospects in China Under WTO Agreement
The World Trade Organization agreement has opened China's telecommunications services market to foreign investment, but opportunities remain limited by market maturity, price competition and ongoing restrictions. Investors must look beyond basic telecom services to find new business opportunities.
Market Focus: China Makes Big Improvements in Broadband Access for Businesses
China has made big improvements in broadband access in terms of easy availability, low price and access speeds. But it's a no-frills service, with minimal service guarantees.
The Emerging Buyer and Seller Dynamics for IT Services in China
China is the largest emerging market for business processes and IT services that require a full array of supply-side options to support untapped domestic needs. It is also a critical source of low-cost labor for the growing offshore/"nearshore" service requirements of U.S., European and Asian enterprises.
The Future of China's ICT Industry, to 2010
Two key factors will shape China's information and communication technology industry: the government's involvement in the economy and the level of technological innovation in the country. We outline four possible scenarios.