About the AIIA
The AIIA represents the depth and breadth of Australia’s innovation technology companies.
Given the numbers of tech professionals employed by these companies, the AIIA represents a significant portion of the 900,000+ workforce of the Australian technology sector.
The Australian Information Industry Association (AIIA) is Australia’s peak representative body and advocacy group for those in the digital ecosystem. We are a not-for-profit organisation to benefit members, and AIIA membership fees are tax deductible. Since 1978, the AIIA has pursued activities to stimulate and grow the digital ecosystem, to create a favourable business environment for our members and to contribute to Australia’s economic prosperity.
We do this by delivering outstanding member value by:
- Providing a strong voice of influence
- Building a sense of community through events and education
- Enabling a network for collaboration and inspiration; and
- Developing compelling content and relevant and interesting information.
Why does the AIIA exist?
Our Purpose
Leading a diverse, thriving, and innovative digital Australia by connecting and advocating for our SME and corporate members and volunteers across public and private sectors.
Vision
Leading Australia to become a global leader in ICT innovation, fostering a dynamic digital economy powered by cutting-edge technology and a diverse talent pool.
Mission
To shape the future of Australia’s ICT industry through strategic policy advocacy and active engagement with members, governments, and businesses. We drive industry success across all sectors, from sole traders to global enterprises, through education and fostering strong networks to enable innovation and sustainable growth. We champion ICT as a preferred vocation and proudly showcase Australian ICT innovation globally.
Our Members
AIIA membership is open to all technology organisations in Australia and is governed by the AIIA Constitution. Once an organisation becomes a member, all its employees are entitled to participate in, and benefit from its activities, e.g. AIIA events, programs, Special Interest Groups and activities nationally. Being a member of the AIIA demonstrates that your organisation is standing up as a leader in the Australian technology industry that is actively contributing to the health and vibrancy of the Australian economy. See a summary of Membership Benefits.
We represent the depth and breadth of the technology sector encompassing organisations of all shapes and sizes all around Australia, including
- Global and multinational corporations
- National organisations
- Small and medium businesses
- Startups, digital incubators, innovation labs
- Universities, TAFEs and Technology Schools
- Government agencies
87% of AIIA members are small and medium Australian businesses
In addition, the AIIA membership base encompasses a broad cross section of vertical segments represented across our membership base; including:
- Telecommunications
- Software
- Hardware
- Artificial Intelligence/Data and
Analytics/Machine Learning - Communications/Networking
- Information Services
- Infrastructure providers – Cloud and Data Centre
- Professional Services/Strategy & Planning
- Security/Cyber Security/Fraud
- Government services
- Human Resources/Talent Acquisition/ Workforce Planning
- Organisations from the non-ICT sector
Our national Board and our State Councils represent the diversity of the digital economy across Australia. See our Member Directory for the full list.
AIIA Strategic Goals
Advocacy
- Influence decision makers
- Advocate for members (SME, Medium, Corporates)
- Access to Government/business leaders
- Policy development and thought leadership
Inclusion
- Leading diversity, equity and inclusion in the ICT community
- Access to policy and networking
- Promote ICT skills for the future and ICT as a vocation of choice
- Collaborate with industry, business, and government to build community
Innovation
- Promote innovation in the ICT community
- Access to policy and networking
- Promote ICT skills for the future and ICT as a vocation of choice
- Collaborate with industry, business, and government
Awareness
- Promote technology and Digital Awareness
- Develop awareness campaigns and propositions
- Access to Government/Business leaders
- Promote iAwards and other events
- Implement media strategy and PR
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The Board of Directors oversees all AIIA operations, develops the National Business Plan, and sets the strategic direction of the Association.
The State and Territory Councils promote the AlIA’s objectives, programs, policies, interests and objectives within those specific State and Territories.
The Executive provides management and operational support for the activities of the Association nationally.
The AIIA had its origins as the Australian Computer Equipment Suppliers’ Association (ACESA), which was established in 1978.
Programs →
AIIA manages a number of programs to support and promote the digital industry, including both national and state-based initiatives.
The Australian Information Industry Association (AIIA) is the peak representative body and advocacy group for the ICT industry in Australia.