Significance

Nowadays, it is hard to imagine a branch of industry operating without information and communications technology (ICT). Strategically speaking, ICT is becoming an increasingly pivotal competitive factor. The ICT eco system includes the following sub-sectors:

• ICT hardware
• ICT trade and distribution
• Telecommunications
• IT services
  

Growing Sector

According to the statistics on enterprise structure (STATENT), there were approximately 67,200 jobs in 5,700 ICT companies in the Canton of Zurich in 2021. The total for Switzerland was approximately 197,300 jobs in 23,200 companies. The gross value added in the Canton of Zurich amounted to approximately 15.3 billion Swiss francs, and 40.6 billion Swiss francs throughout Switzerland. According to an analysis conducted by the Swiss Labour Force Survey (SLFS), ICT specialists are employed not only within their specialised field, but also in other industries, such as finance, insurance, trade and consulting.

Well-known Representatives of ICT

Well-known ICT companies and facilities with roots or business activities in the Zurich area include Avaloq, Adnovum, Crealogix, Doodle, Ergon Informatik, Facebook, Google Research, IBM Research Laboratory Rüschlikon, Microsoft, Namics, Netcetera, Noser Group and Zühlke.  

Innovation Zurich #Digital

«Innovation Zurich #Digital» brings together people committed to advancing Zurich as an ICT hub. It is supported by the city, the canton, and a dedicated programme committee.

The goals and responsibilities of «Innovation Zurich #Digital» include:

• Strengthening Zurich as an ICT hub and showcasing its ICT expertise
• Uniting the efforts of ICT stakeholders across the Zurich metropolitan area
• Involving actors along the entire value chain, including user companies
• Supporting and reinforcing existing initiatives

Companies, organisations, and individuals can join the Innovation Zurich #Digital cooperation network.

Education & Promoting Young Talent

The demand for ICT specialists is considerable and will further increase in the future. The following organisations offer educational programmes, measures to raise awareness and the opportunity to conduct experiments:

Key Players