March 2026 • Industry Profile
Industry Profile:
Digital Technology
The Chicago region's digital tech industry is a fast-growing engine of innovation, especially in advanced computing and AI.
A robust workforce that includes software, data, and fintech talent attracts R&D and nurtures startups while creating powerful cross-industry synergies across healthcare, logistics, finance, and manufacturing — supporting a more adaptable and inclusive regional economy.
Read about why Chicagoland is one of North America's fastest growing hubs for digital technology in our Industry Profile: Digital Technology - updated March 2026.