The Indiana Economic Development Corp. has reported that in 2015, 20 percent of its deals were in the technology sector. The IEDC reported over 300 deals this year, an increase of 150 percent from 2014. This summer the IEDC reported the Hoosier state was employing more workers than any other time in the state's 200-year history. 

High-profile tech companies have opened offices in Indiana, including cloud computing company Appirio and digital marketing firm Emarsys. These moves have been major victories for the Indiana economy, which will benefit from 400 jobs at Appirio and 170 at Emarsys. The moves also open more possibilities for current Indiana businesses. Experts cite Indiana's highly-skilled workforce, excellent technical and engineering schools and strong concentration of Fortune 500 companies nearby. All of these factors are making Indiana, and in particular Indianapolis, a very attractive location to open satellite offices or move headquarters. 

The tech growth should come as good news for Indiana's manufacturing industry, which has long been a mainstay in the Indiana economy. Recently, manufacturing has become a far more technical job with increased automation, noted US Steel CEO Mario Longhi.

An editorial from The Times of Northwest Indiana noted, "We need to produce producers, but also thinkers who can retool our production lines and create new products." Whether it's in aerospace, pharmaceuticals, electronics or other industries, successful manufacturers are using more technically-skilled employees to implement innovative solutions and optimize the supply chain.

At Accent Software, we understand the need for technological solutions for Indiana's manufacturing industry. Implementing the right business management software can help your growing enterprise work more efficiently, adapt faster and continue to innovate. We train and support your employees so they can make the most of our robust business management software solutions.