The Technology Alliance is not a policy or advocacy organization. Our strength lies in the objective research we conduct, the bright lights we shine on creative solutions to some of the biggest constraints on the state's innovation economy, and the far-reach of our communications. Our reports, events, and programs are designed to illuminate paths forward for this region. We help frame the issues undergirding the economy - from education and talent, to entrepreneurism and research; and we showcase creative solutions that make a difference.
Table of Contents:
Learning from Calamity: A Report of the Remote Learning Task Force (2021)
The Economic Impact of Technology-Based Industries in Washington (2014)
The Economic Impact of Technology-Based Industries in Washington State (2012)
The Economic Impact of Technology-Based Industries in Washington State (2010)
The Economic Impact of Technology-Based Industries in Washington State (2008)
The Economic Impact of Technology-Based Industries in Washington State (2005)
The Effect of Washington's Ethics Law on Public University Technology Transfer (2005)
Bio 21: Implementing Washington State's Initiative in 21st Century Health (2004)
Learning From Calamity: A Report of the Remote Learning Task Force (2021)
The Technology Alliance charged the Remote Learning Task Force with exploring the problems arising in public K-12 education from the current COVID-19 pandemic and envisioning a system that is better prepared for the next major disruption, whether in the next year or the next decade. The Task Force organized its work and recommendations around five topics: Internet Connectivity, Learning Devices, Student Learning and Educator Readiness, Information Technology Support, and Family Communication. Read our recommended action steps for each of these categories in the full report and sign the petition.
Shared Prosperity in the Era of AI (2019)
Over the past decade, artificial intelligence has continued to gain prominence for its potential to change our day to day lives across use cases such as autonomous cars, smart cities, digital assistants, and many other technologies that continue to increase in capability. While the technology traces back decades, technological advances including increased computing power and cloud storage have dramatically increased the potential positive impact of AI. However, as with past industrial and technological revolutions, there is also the potential to widen current economic disparities if the correct public policy and education infrastructures are not put into place.
Measuring the Impact of Research (2018)
The "Big Four" research institutes in Washington state – Fred Hutch Cancer Research Center, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, University of Washington, and Washington State University – drive innovation and prosperity statewide through new inventions, company spin-offs, and royalties. The combined economic impact of this effort is undeniable, but can it be measured? With over $2.5B in research expenditures each year, quantifying and understanding the outcomes from this investment is critical to guaranteeing this support continues and expands. With the help of its partners, the Technology Alliance aims to measure the impact of research and development on the state’s innovation-driven economy.
2018 Government Drives Innovation Report (2018)
This report continues a Technology Alliance tradition of benchmarking the state's progress on key metrics indicative of a robust tech economy, and notes how and where the Tech Alliance is working to have an impact on these metrics.
Benchmarking Report (2018)
This report continues a Technology Alliance tradition of benchmarking the state's progress on key metrics indicative of a robust tech economy, and notes how and where the Tech Alliance is working to have an impact on these metrics.
Tech’s Impact on Washington (2017)
Technology is driving innovation across the state and throughout our top industries. The Tech Alliance wanted to better understand how this shift was affecting Washington’s workforce, companies, and communities. In partnership with the economic impact firm, Community Attributes, we dug into the data and stories that underlie Washington’s tech-driven economy.
Visit the report. Explore Washington's regions. Learn about how our state's unique communities and businesses are using technology to drive innovation.
The Rebels, Gurus and Gamblers of Corporate Venture Capital (2017)
Washington state is home to 10 Fortune 500 companies1 and - as of the end of 2016 - 503 new start-ups2 . We are a state rich with corporate largesse as well as entrepreneurial and research depth. At the same time, Washington generally ranks below other top peer innovation-driven states in terms of total capital invested.
This report looks at capital inflow, outflow and raw assets of the Pacific Northwest and how we might better leverage our strengths and improve our standings as a leading tech economy.
Innovation Generation Infographic (2016)
We are a state that innovates. From hydroelectricity that launched our agriculture industry and today fuels huge server farms, to aerospace that birthed our commercial space exploration sector, to information technology that brought us wireless phones, desktop publishing and now data analytics and virtual reality. Technology drives innovation from Pullman to Redmond, and the result is not only a robust economy but tangible benefits for all of Washington's citizens. We are more connected, have more opportunities, and can see the public good that innovation generates. This infographic provides a snapshot of our innovation and impact story
Benchmarking Washington's Innovation Economy (2015)
How competitive are we in building and sustaining a vibrant, technology-based innovation economy that benefits all of Washington State’s citizens?
The Economic Impact of Technology-Based Industries in Washington (2014)
Technology-based industries generate new knowledge, products, and services based on innovation. With a few exceptions, this report covers industries having a minimum of 16.6% of their workforce engaged in occupations classified as research and development by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, a threshold that is twice the state average for all industries. Examples include aerospace, chemicals, and computer and electronics manufacturing; software publishing; architecture and engineering; scientific research and development; and telecommunications.
Drivers for a Successful Innovation Economy (2013)
Benchmarking Washington's Performance contains highlights of the Technology Alliance's latest study measuring Washington's competitiveness in education, research, and entrepreneurial climate.
The Economic Impact of Technology-Based Industries in Washington State (2012)
Research and development expenditures in Washington State, an important indicator of technology-based activity, are more important than in the United States as a whole.
The Economic Impact of Technology-Based Industries in Washington State (2010)
Research and development expenditures in Washington State, an important indicator of technology-based activity, are more important than in the United States as a whole.
The Economic Impact of Technology-Based Industries in Washington State (2008)
Research and development expenditures in Washington State, an important indicator of technology-based activity, are more important than in the United States as a whole.
Investing in Our Competitive Future: Approaches to Increase Early Stage Capital in Washington State (2007)
This report provides an analysis of the funding climate for early stage companies in Washington and approaches taken by other states to improve their entrepreneurial ecosystem, and puts forward recommendations for increasing the amount of capital available to support the growth of innovative young businesses in our state.
Benchmarking Washington's Performance Report (2006)
This report measures Washington's progress on over 40 indicators of technology-based economic development since the initial report in 2003.
The Economic Impact of Technology-Based Industries in Washington State (2005)
Research and development expenditures in Washington State, an important indicator of technology-based activity, are more important than in the United States as a whole.
The Effect of Washington's Ethics Law on Public University Technology Transfer (2005)
This report assesses how the state ethics law has unintentionally curbed legitimate and desired technology transfer and commercial activity at public research universities. This report makes several recommendations to modify the law by granting universities the autonomy to manage their own potential conflicts.
Bio 21: Implementing Washington State's Initiative in 21st Century Health (2004)
This report lays out a detailed plan for the state to create a public-private partnership to make strategic investments in Washington research at the convergence of the life sciences and information technology.
Is Washington's Higher Education Providing a Foundation for a Strong Economic Future? Assessing Washington's Performance (2004)
This report compares Washington higher education to that of eight peer states and provides an overview of business leader perspectives on higher education in the state.