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The intelligence that helps Greater Manchester tech make better decisions.
From our annual Sector Insights Report to policy engagement and thought leadership - this is where Manchester Digital's knowledge and influence lives.
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Sector Insights Report
Annual Report · 2026 Edition
Sector Insights Report 2026
Created in partnership with Morson Edge, Manchester City Council and Greater Manchester Combined Authority - the definitive snapshot of how Greater Manchester's digital and technology sector is really performing, and where it's heading next. Essential reading for anyone building here.
Themes: Confidence & Growth | Business Environment | AI Adoption | People & Skills | Diversity & Inclusion
Policy & Influence
Manchester Digital is the collective voice of Greater Manchester's tech sector - and we use it.
Through direct engagement with regional and national government, consultation responses and strategic roundtables, we make sure that policy, funding decisions and skills strategies reflect the realities of building and scaling tech businesses in Greater Manchester. When the sector needs to be heard, we make sure it is.
Skills & workforce policy
Influencing how government approaches digital skills, apprenticeships and workforce development.
Diversity & inclusion
Ensuring policy around inclusion
in tech reflects what businesses actually need to make
progress.
Investment & growth
Making the case for Greater Manchester as a destination for tech investment, talent and innovation.
Sector representation
Translating the priorities of our members into informed influence, from startup founders to established tech firms.
Want your priorities heard? Members shape what we take to government. Tell us what matters to your business.
Thought leadership
Manchester Digital's perspective on what's happening in the sector - informed by our members, our research and our position at the centre of Greater Manchester tech.
This is where we say what we think.
Sector view
MD's read on what's happening across Greater Manchester tech
Policy position
Formal positions and consultation submissions
Opinion
MD team perspective on specific issues, trends or challenges