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IT Cost Per Employee Analysis
workro desk team·5 min read·5 December 2026
IT Cost Per Employee Benchmarks
| Industry | Annual IT Cost/Employee | Monthly |
|---|---|---|
| IT Services | ₹1,00,000-1,50,000 | ₹8,000-12,500 |
| Manufacturing | ₹60,000-1,00,000 | ₹5,000-8,300 |
| Retail | ₹40,000-70,000 | ₹3,300-5,800 |
| Hospitality | ₹30,000-60,000 | ₹2,500-5,000 |
| Healthcare | ₹80,000-1,20,000 | ₹6,600-10,000 |
How to Optimise
- Audit software spend for unused licences
- Negotiate annual contracts for discounts
- Implement preventive maintenance to reduce emergency costs
- Automate repetitive tasks
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