Scottish technology sector shows cautious optimism as growth stabilises, ScotlandIS survey finds
Scotland’s technology sector is entering 2026 with a cautiously positive outlook, as companies balance steady growth opportunities with ongoing economic and regulatory pressures, the latest Scottish Technology Industry Survey 2026 from ScotlandIS reveals.
The survey shows that the majority (71%) of Scottish technology businesses remain optimistic about their outlook for 2026, despite an increasingly challenging operating landscape. Perhaps unsurprisingly, this marks a slight dip from previous years – 73% in 2025 and 80% in 2024 – signalling a moderating outlook after several years of strong confidence.
The Scottish Technology Industry Survey 2026 was carried out between December 2025 and February 2026 through an online survey platform. Download a copy below.