Information Technology Industry Guide

Information Technology (I.T.) is a driving force for Houston business.

Whether working to solve computer security challenges, manipulate new technologies and programs or analyzing data, Houston-based companies are wired for business. You’ll find the region boasts:

  • A strong wired and wireless infrastructure
  • An aggressive plan to grow its tech foundations
  • A workforce ready to meet the ever-changing challenges of IT

The Greater Houston Partnership has a unique place among business organizations. It combines opportunities for economic development, international business and public policy development. As the Houston region’s primary business advocate, the Partnership helps keep businesses connected and works in their interests.

In the past several years, industry giants such as HP and smaller IT -related companies including Energy Workspace, Exult Inc. and Transenergy have either expanded or relocated to Houston. Another 500 businesses have found Houston fertile ground for growth. In every case, expansions and relocations equal jobs for the Houston region.

Information Technology Downloadable Fact Sheets

 

Industry Leaders

Build a strong technology infrastructure, add a skilled workforce and they will come. Here are industry leaders among IT companies in the 10-county region.

Resources

Where to go and what to do if you’re thinking of starting, moving or expanding your business in Houston.

Events

Houston draws top technology conferences, including the Rice Alliance Science Technology Forum, the NanoSummit Research Conference and the Houston CIO Executive Summit.

  • The Rice Alliance Science Technology Forum supports entrepreneurs and early-stage technology ventures in Houston and Texas through education, collaboration, and research. Since its inception in late 1999, the Rice Alliance has assisted in the launch of approximately 150 technology companies that have raised more than $200 million in funding.
  • The Nano Summit Research Conference provides a forum for medical, natural science and engineering researchers and students in Texas to meet and exchange information on areas of expertise. The conference also helps corporate research and development persons understand what research is being done in Texas in basic nanotechnology.
  • The Houston CIO Executive Summit provides a platform for chief information officers to exchange best practice ideas, forge new alliances, discuss leadership strategies and share ideas on topics ranging from information technology security to outsourcing. More than 450 technology leaders from 10 states and Mexico attended the event, a showcase for Houston’s technological strengths.