Western Sydney's InformationTechnology industry with its 1500 firms and an annual business turnover of more than $3.5 billion represents the largest cluster of small and medium sized IT firms in Australia.
The Western Sydney IT Cluster is a sophisticated high technology industry development strategy focused on innovation, R&D, internationalisation, management and marketing capability of IT firms; expanding local and global markets; networking and knowledge and technology diffusion initiatives; and links with international clusters.
To drive business growth, innovation and entrepreneurship, the Western Sydney IT Cluster (WSITC) combines the resources of the NSW Government, the Commonwealth Government plus the private sector, to offer an integrated business package for Cluster members.
The Western Sydney IT Cluster aims to promote the capabilities of Western Sydney's ICT businesses by expanding local and global markets and providing knowledge and technology diffusion opportunities. The Cluster provides opportunities for small and medium enterprises to network and collaborate with each other. It encourages interaction with professional and specialist service providers. It finds business opportunities and gains access to funding and business support programs from leading government agencies. This all helps Cluster members retain their competitive edge.
More than 300 companies have registered with the Western Sydney IT Cluster. It is Australia's largest gathering of ICT small and medium enterprises and boasts strong ties with industry associations, government agencies, research and educational institutions and private organisations that provide professional and specialist services. It also works closely with trade organisations, major ICT user groups and leading international clusters.