The tech industry seems to experience extreme boom and bust cycles. But Washington State has developed a position of industry leadership that gives the tech sector a stable foundation. Cloud computing, pioneered by Washington tech giants Microsoft and Amazon, has become a growth industry all on its own. Cloud services are not just for start-ups and cutting edge tech companies anymore. Established businesses across all sectors are moving operations into the cloud and Washington State companies are there to meet the need. Read more in the Puget Sound Business Journal.
Home-grown tech giants such as Microsoft, Amazon, Expedia, Zillow and Tableau have deep roots in Washington State -important companies which have helped define this region’s unique tech ecosystem. But in recent years large Silicon Valley tech giants have arrived in droves, establishing engineering offices in the region and mining tech talent in this part of the world renowned for its cloudy days.
Today, Washington State’s cloud computing capability is enabling the expansion of technology across industry sectors and around the world. To learn more about Washington’s technology sector contact moreinfo@choosewashington.com.