Digital Transformation

Technology has transformed the way we live — and how we work. Its exponential growth will only continue, and in the St. Louis region, tech companies are poised to lead that growth. Greater St. Louis offers many distinct advantages for the location of technology businesses, from startups to established companies. Numerous college degree programs, a large and diverse workforce, major corporate IT operations, and an entrepreneurial environment are all available at much lower costs than most competing markets.

The region offers ample space and viable property for data centers, while its low cost of living gives highly skilled workers more bang for their buck. AI, cybersecurity, and IT and data firms all find a comfortable home here, supported by innovation centers, startup funding and a skilled workforce.   

The National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency’s decision to locate Next NGA West in St. Louis City adds a long-term, high-profile anchor to the region’s technology sector. The GeoFutures Roadmap, introduced in 2020 and shepherded by GeoFutures, an initiative of Greater St. Louis Inc., provides a 10-year plan for making St. Louis a global hub for geospatial technology — a goal well underway, thanks to the collaboration of the St. Louis community.