The Palestinian Information Technology Association of Companies (PITA) is the primary advocate for the ICT industry in Palestine and serves as an information hub for the sector. Representing over 200 major ICT companies in Palestine's growing technology and startup ecosystem in the West Bank and Gaza strip, PITA was established in 1999 by Palestinian entrepreneurs to promote the interests and positive impact of the country's ICT sector. PITA is a non-profit organization with offices and employees in Ramallah and Gaza.
The Palestinian Information Technology Association (PITA) stands at the forefront of advancing the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector in Palestine, playing a pivotal role in the nation's technological progress. With a multifaceted approach, PITA is dedicated to implementing transformative projects that bolster the ICT infrastructure, creating an environment conducive to innovation and growth. Beyond technological development, PITA is committed to fostering businesses and empowering entrepreneurs, particularly focusing on marginalized groups such as women and people with disabilities. By providing support and resources, PITA actively contributes to the cultivation of a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem, paving the way for inclusive economic prosperity in Palestine. Through its comprehensive scope of work, PITA serves as a catalyst for positive change, driving advancements that transcend the boundaries of the ICT sector to benefit the broader Palestinian community.
PITA's programming, content, events, and global outreach are strategically focused on local advocacy, knowledge sharing, the continued development of high-calibre local human capital pipelines, and global business development support to increase foreign investments in the sector. PITA also supports international firms seeking to partner and collaborate with Palestinian technology services suppliers. PITA, as a body, is a cluster that includes all those involved in the ICT sector, from the largest to the smallest companies, each with a different speciality (software, hardware, ISP, Telecom, consultancy and training, etc.).
A Palestinian ICT sector, globally aligned, and competitive, which provides a significant contribution to the growth and development of the Palestinian economy.