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About us

techUK is the trade association which brings together people, companies and organisations to realise the positive outcomes of what digital technology can achieve. We create a network for innovation and collaboration across business, government and stakeholders to provide a better future for people, society, the economy and the planet.

techUK - For what comes next

techUK’s vision is to inspire collaboration and innovation, bringing together business and government to empower people, strengthen society, drive the economy, and protect the planet through technology. As we look ahead to the next decade, our vision remains ambitious, rooted in the opportunities presented by digital technology. Watch this video to learn about the potential rewards. 

 

Our purpose 

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To champion our members and their technologies and prepare and empower the UK for what comes next, delivering a better future for people, society, the economy and the planet.

 Our vision

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A world where we harness the power of technology to improve people’s lives and create a thriving society, economy and planet.

Our mission

Our values

techUK's values

Our promises 

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Empowering people

techUK works with the government, education providers and employers to expand skills, talent and opportunity in the digital sector to ensure that everyone can participate in the digitising world.

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Strengthening society

techUK believes technology has the power to strengthen society and we work with the government and stakeholders to build a smarter state that improves the wealth and wellbeing of all citizens.

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Driving the economy

techUK works with businesses and stakeholders to develop effective policy and regulatory solutions to promote the digitisation of the economy and drive productivity and inclusive growth.

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Protecting the planet

techUK leads the discussion on how technology and digital solutions can deliver sustainability and protect our planet. We articulate the role that technology can play in tackling the climate emergency.

 

 

Video explainers: 

techUK - A thriving tech community

techUK lies at the heart of the UK tech sector, representing over 1000 members, from industry giants to more than 600 small and medium-sized enterprises. Our members are the driving force behind our work, leading our agenda as we collectively strive to advance innovation across different markets, explore the applications of new and emerging technologies, and shape policy to create the best conditions for technology to flourish. Watch this video as we look ahead to the next decade.

 

10 years of techUK

A decade ago, techUK was founded with a mission to champion the companies and technologies propelling the global digital transformation, for what comes next. Over the past 10 years, techUK has played a vital role in helping Government and our members navigate some of the most significant challenges faced by our country. 

What our members say: 

What our members say: James Uffindell, Founder and CEO of Bright Network on our support for SMEs and improving tech skills in the UK.

James Uffindell, Founder and CEO of Bright Network talks about building the workforce of tomorrow and their priorities, including investing in AI to continue to match talent and opportunity, their technology academy training the technologists of the future, and their international expansion. As a UK SME, he discusses the support he receives from techUK, and the things he values the most from membership, including industry access, market insight, and the techUK team! Watch now.

 

What our members say: Julie Dawson, Chief Policy and Regulatory Officer at Yoti on Digital Identity and techUK support for SMEs.

Julie Dawson, Chief Policy and Regulatory Officer at Yoti discusses the importance of a digital identity, and how techUK has helped Yoti to grow from 50 employees when they became a member, to over 500 employees today. She discusses how techUK supported them to understand the sector, understand the key players, and helped them to network. Watch now. 

 

What our members say: Julie Preston, Account Manager, Workspace Technology Ltd on data centres, defence and the power of networking.

Julie Preston, Account Manager, Workspace Technology talks about how being a member of techUK has helped them to promote their data centre infrastructure within multiple sectors, including the defence sector. Julie discusses how techUK helps Workspace Technology to get in front of the key players in the market, and how she values our events, networking and opportunities for collaboration. Watch now.

 

What our members say: Vincenzo Rampulla, Director, WPI Strategy on policy and procurement.

Vincenzo Rampulla, Director, WPI Strategy discusses how techUK helps members to engage with policymakers, helping them to get to grips with the opportunities and risks of new technologies. He shares the value he gets from techUK membership including the rich community, networking, and collaboration. Watch now. 

 

 

 

Become a techUK member

Our members develop strong networks, build meaningful partnerships and grow their businesses as we all work together to create a thriving environment where industry, government and stakeholders come together to realise the positive outcomes tech can deliver.

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techUK Code of Practice

Our Code of Practice outlines the standards and expectations we place on our staff, members and visitors to ensure we uphold techUK's values and to make our environment inclusive, respectful and collaborative for all. Any attendees at techUK meetings or events, visiting our premises, or representing techUK in any capacity need to comply with our code, and we kindly ask all our members and visitors to familiarise themselves with our Code of Practice.

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