High Technology some
of the nation's hottest and newest high-tech companies can be found
in San Diego. there are more Ph.D.'s, more personal computers and
more fiber optic cable laid in San Diego than in any other region of
the United States. Manufacturers of electronics employ more than
23,000 people and the county's software and multimedia industries
have grown 45 percent in the last five years.
San Diego's growing
high-tech industry can be divided into several categories: emerging
technologies; software development; computer components and
peripherals; multimedia; electronics; telecommunications;
manufacturing; communications; and information technology. From high
definition televisions, computer chips, peripherals and components
to credit card fraud detection devices and radiation shielded
microelectronics, San Diego's emerging technologies are leading edge
and diverse. Software developed in San Diego is an essential element
included in systems integration, data preparation and processing
services, information retrieval, multimedia development and
Internet applications. The relocation of U.S. Space and Naval
Warfare Systems Command (SPAWAR) and an increase in military
contract opportunities have helped the San Diego technology
revolution as the Department of Defense seeks an increasing amount
of partnerships with private-sector companies. Finally, San Diego's
labor force is focused on technology and computer science. There is
a depth of talent and experience in the region from which companies
may recruit employees, many retrained From the aerospace industry.
These engineers, systems analysts, programmers and database
administrators understand the needs o~ companies with defense
contracts as well as have the necessary skills to propel the
research and development of broad-based high technology.
The high-technology industry has given new
life to San Diego and is a vital part of the county's rebirth. The
region's leaders have created a rich, fertile ground for innovation
and entrepreneurism where young, small and mid-sized enterprises are
supported and encouraged. San Diego has become "technology's Perfect
Climate."