Tasmania's Information and Communication Technology (ICT) industry plays an important role in our state's economy.
It's characterised by its spirit of innovation, a strong collaborative community and a smart focus on niche specialisations, perfectly leveraging Tasmania's unique strengths and enviable lifestyle.
Our ICT sector isn't just thriving, it's built on workforce growth, strong revenues and strategic service procurement.
This firmly positions ICT as a key driver of Tasmania's economic future.
Useful market information:
95% of Tasmanian ICT businesses generate up to $2 million in annual revenue.
61% are sole traders.
40% of Tasmanian technology businesses have been operating for over 20 years.
The Tasmanian technology workforce numbered 11 200 people in 2025, with 38% employed directly in technology sector companies and the remainder working in technology roles across other industries.
The graph below suggests that the ICT workforce is expected to grow at an average annual rate of 4.7%, reaching an estimated 12,362 by 2026.
The ICT capabilities of Tasmanian businesses are extensive, ranging from AI to programming and software development, data and analytics, systems integration and cyber security.
Many ICT companies also play a key role in enabling the digitisation of other industry sectors such as agriculture, mining, energy, environmental and climate risk management, medicine/health care, defence, public safety, financial services, transport and logistics, space, maritime and business operations.
The graphic below highlights the rapid growth and importance of the technology sector in Tasmania.
A membership peak industry association for Tasmania’s ICT industries providing advocacy, policy input, statewide networking events and conferences, STEM school programs and career bridging initiatives.
Supported by the Tasmanian Government, Enterprize is Tasmania’s startup co-working space and business incubator offering support for entrepreneurs, including education, mentorship and networking opportunities.
Peak not-for-profit tech industry body which advocates for federal policy, holds member working groups, hosts grants briefings, tech policy submissions and nationwide networking.
A not-for-profit association and network of people aimed at educating women and girls on security and increasing the number of women working in cybersecurity, physical security, protective security, fraud, privacy, data security, governance, risk and compliance.
The University of Tasmania supports the state’s thriving ICT sector through research in cutting-edge artificial intelligence and human-computer interaction including software and games to improve health and enable educational attainment. Courses offered include undergraduate, postgraduate and research
degrees.
