The HYSEA Journey
Established in 1991, HYSEA (Hyderabad Software Enterprises Association) is the premier industry association for Telangana’s IT sector, representing over 90% of the export revenues and workforce across the region’s IT/ITeS companies, Global Capability Centers (GCCs), and startups. As a driving force behind Hyderabad’s rise as a global technology hub, HYSEA works closely with the government to advocate for industry needs, provide impact metrics for IT policy, promote investment, and strengthen the industry’s position on the world stage. The association serves as a vital bridge, connecting corporations, research institutions, and startups, and fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration across the ecosystem.
HYSEA’s initiatives are focused on building a future-ready talent pipeline and fostering strong industry leadership. The association runs regular leadership development programs for mid-level managers, conducts faculty development workshops to equip educators and students with emerging technologies, and curates a year-round calendar of roundtables and thought leadership seminars on key industry topics.
In addition to talent development, HYSEA offers structured support for member companies’ CSR initiatives through its Impact Hub, which helps aggregate programs, projects, and NGOs for greater collective impact. The association also strengthens industry camaraderie by hosting annual inter-corporate sports championships, networking events, summits, and awards, helping to build a vibrant, inclusive, and forward-looking IT community in Telangana.
Our Vision
To position Hyderabad as the leading intellectual capital of the world, by nurturing entrepreneurship, research, and innovation, to achieve global excellence in IT products and services.
”Our Charter Today
HYSEA has been a driving force behind the growth and success of the industry over the years. HYSEA relies on the voluntary time and talent of its leaders. They serve in an advisory capacity, contributing their know-how to help improve business decisions for both corporate operations as well as future growth opportunities. With a 15 – members Managing Committee of which 5 – members serve on the Executive Committee as office bearers, all members have one thing in common – a passion to serve the industry and community.
To serve its members better and achieve its objectives in a more structured manner, HYSEA now has 10 Industry Councils covering AI & Emerging Tech, CSR, Cybersecurity, ER&D, GCC, HR, Industry-Academia, Infrastructure, SME Growth and Startup.
Industry Councils bring together senior leaders from member organisations to work on focused industry priorities, exchange peer intelligence, engage with ecosystem stakeholders and translate collective thinking into meaningful outcomes.
Shaping What’s Next
Over the years, HYSEA has been diligently working with the government to draft and review new IT-related policies. HYSEA is also part of key committees that administer IT industry incentives and administration of policies. HYSEA has also collaborated with Government and other stakeholders to promote Hyderabad’s branding efforts on a national and international scale!
HYSEA conducts frequent knowledge sharing and competency development programs and workshops under the banners of TechSeries, BizSeries, NetSeries, WINTalk Series, and Leadership Development Workshops. These programs help HYSEA member company associates stay updated with industry trends and learn from experienced professionals, with opportunities for employees at all levels to gain new knowledge and insights.
HYSEA also gives away annual IT services export awards and IT products awards to recognize and encourage business excellence and performance among Telangana-based companies. These are like Oscars of Hyderabad IT industry and very eagerly awaited each year.
HYSEA Charter & Activities
As a unique regional IT and ITeS Industry association, HYSEA is a driving force in the Telangana industry. It supports its members with various activities and helps them to compete globally and become world-class in their operations. Some of the major focus areas include:
