Abilene is emerging as a hub for data infrastructure and technology investment in Texas, creating new opportunities for the companies, talent and services that support a growing digital economy. Major investment in the region is expanding the base of skilled trades and technical talent while strengthening a technology sector that extends beyond data centers to IT operations, cybersecurity, network services, cloud computing, artificial intelligence and other technology-driven industries.
With higher education partnerships, available development capacity and infrastructure designed for continued investment, Abilene provides technology companies the resources to establish operations and grow alongside the region’s expanding data center industry.
Abilene’s growing technology network extends from the companies developing and constructing major projects to the businesses that power, connect, operate and maintain them. Continued investment is expanding demand for skilled trades, technical services, energy infrastructure, network connectivity and mission-critical operations, creating opportunities for companies across the data center value chain.
This growth builds on Abilene’s existing industry base while attracting new capabilities and investment to the region, creating an increasingly connected environment for technology and data-driven companies.
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