As a mature market for mobile data services, the Internet, and application software, Norway benefits from a vast ICT and IT developer talent pool, which in turn boosts its development potential.

Norway has progressed with its Cloud Computing Strategy for Norway, which aims to provide public and private enterprises with more room to maneuver when it comes to deciding which ICT solutions to use. Enterprises should be able to use cloud services that promise the best results and provide the most cost-effective solution. The strategy should facilitate i) More cost-effective solutions; ii) Increased focus on core activities iii) Greater flexibility; iv) Greater security due to more professional and standardized ICT; v) A lower threshold for innovation and startups; vi) Reduced carbon footprint from ICT.