Software and IS is in Ohio’s DNA. We programmed the first ATM and are home to the world’s first commercial online access, content database and billpay services.

CompuServe, LexisNexis and CheckFree — each founded in Ohio decades ahead of the competition. Since then, the software and information services industry has continued to grow in strength and influence. Today, IS-related companies employ more than 170,000 professionals, served by a rich network of peer organizations and world-class IS programs.

Stability

Share in Ohio's strength

$74,000: Average IS salary in Ohio's capitol city

Workforce

Attract and retain the talent you need

With more than 170,000 Ohio ranks 10th among states in two critical high tech employment categories

Ohio is 10th in the U.S. for employment in both computer systems design and related services (52,400 jobs) and Internet and telecommunications services (40,200 jobs).

Exports

Ohio develops what the world buys

In 2009, Ohio exported more than $3 Billion in high-tech goods and services.

$3 billion

Global

International leaders invest here

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Investment

Ongoing commitment from industry leaders

$3 billion

The CIOs of the top 20 IT organizations in Cincinnati alone control combined annual IT budgets exceeding $3 billion.

Incubation

Growing next-generation thinking

Technology Centers located throughout Ohio represent strong network of business incubators, mentors, and angel/venture capital groups for peer mentorships, funding opportunities, and product innovation services. Their sole purpose: to help established and early-stage technology-based businesses succeed.

Education & Training

Feeding the technology development life cycle

Ohio’s technology workforce pipeline is replenished with more than 80,000 graduates each year from the state’s institutions of higher education.

Taxes

Keep more of your revenue

In the past five years, Ohio has substantially lower business taxes in our state.

4.4% tax rate on capital investments has Ohio ranked 3rd in the U.S.

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Location

World-class logistics that help your business thrive

Within 600 miles of 60% of all U.S. and Canadian population and manufacturing

Get to market faster. Ohio is recognized globally for its fast, effective routing of goods and services worldwide. Multi modal and centrally located, Ohio’s logistical infrastructure is designed to move parts and products in and out remarkably fast.

Site Selection

Narrow your building and location choices

Discover why Site Selection magazine picked Ohio as the top state to locate a business four years in a row. JobsOhio Consultants will quickly provide the economic, geographic and other data you need to make an informed decision, and connect you with the industry, funding and political partners you need to move fast.

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Partners

Maximize your marketability

The spirit of cooperation and collaboration within Ohio’s information services and software community – both in business and in higher education – is central to our industry leading position.

These and other Ohio-based IS leaders bring must-have data to users around the world.

Local organizations foster advocacy and collaboration among Ohio's IS and software leaders.

Get In Touch

Mark Patton
Managing Director
Phone: 614-224-6446