DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/fkzx9p/global_animation) has announced the addition of the "Global Animation and Design Software Market 2014-2018" report to their offering.

Demand for animation from individuals has increased and several individual users worldwide have found animation interesting as a tool to enhance their creativity, which is driving the need for customized animation software.

According to the report, the need for animation in the movie industry has increased significantly. Increased need for virtual experience from audiences worldwide has gained a lot of traction across production houses. As a result, production houses have increasingly started to use 3D technology in movies, which is driving demand for animation software worldwide.

Further, the report states that high cost of animation content in developing countries is a cause for concern. Small users in developing countries have been slow to invest in animation software because of the high costs involved. In addition, piracy of animation software has increased over the years and counterfeit software is increasingly circulating in the market.

The study was conducted using an objective combination of primary and secondary information including inputs from key participants in the industry.

Key Topics Covered:

01. Executive Summary

02. List of Abbreviations

03. Scope of the Report

04. Market Research Methodology

05. Introduction

06. Market Landscape

07. Market Segmentation by Technology

08. Global Ranking of Animation and Design Software Market by End-users 2013

09. Geographical Segmentation

10. Key Leading Country

11. Buying Criteria

12. Market Growth Drivers

13. Drivers and their Impact

14. Market Challenges

15. Impact of Drivers and Challenges

16. Market Trends

17. Trends and their Impact

18. Vendor Landscape

19. Key Vendor Analysis

20. Other Reports in this Series

Companies Mentioned:

• Adobe Systems
• Autodesk
• Credo Interactive
• Electric Image Animation System
• Electric Rain
• MAXON Computer
• Newtek
• Side Effects Software
• Smith Micro Software
• Toon Boom Animation

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