Objective named among Ambitious Essex Tech 50 for innovation

Objective has been named on the Ambitious Essex Tech 50 Shortlist for 2025 as one of the fastest growing and most forward-thinking technology businesses in Essex.

The Ambitious Essex Tech 50 recognises tech businesses across Greater Essex that support innovation both within the technology sector and in other industries, such as manufacturing and energy. The list aims to foster collaboration across the sector, create a tech-centred networking group, and strengthen the region's reputation for technological progress.

Selection criteria

Organisations included in the Ambitious Essex Tech 50 were assessed against a set of criteria including turnover, funding and investment secured, approach to skills and employment, local and global reach, growth potential, and technological innovations. This year marks the second edition of the Tech 50 initiative.

The technology landscape in Essex is considerable, with approximately 5,270 businesses in the telecoms and digital technology sectors. Together, they employ over 20,000 people and have brought in an estimated GBP £1.3 billion in gross value added (GVA) to the Essex economy in 2022. The sector continues to expand annually, contributing to growth in other sectors such as manufacturing and life sciences.

Industry perspectives

Ian Barrett, Innovation Officer, Sustainable Growth Directorate, said: "The Ambitious Essex Tech 50 is a recognition of Essex's thriving tech sector. It is host to local entrepreneurs and start-ups who have taken risks and innovated, internationally established businesses, and all those in-between. "Objective are but one of many examples of excellence within Essex, and the Tech 50 aims to aid collaboration between those listed, and enhance competition for next years iteration. Businesses on the Tech 50 like Objective, will reinforce Essex's global reputation as the home of innovation."

The list highlights how technology is both a sector in its own right and a catalyst for transformation in other parts of the local and regional economy.

Recognition for Objective

Lara Fox, Director of Objective, commented on the significance of the recognition for the company and its goals.

"Being at the forefront of innovation is key for our business and its important that we offer that forward-thinking to our clients, enabling them to get ahead of the competition and set a clearer growth path. Being listed as one of the 50 most ambitious tech businesses in Essex is a significant accolade for us and testament to our hard work and commitment to deliver the best IT solutions for our clients."

Objective offers services in bespoke software development, artificial intelligence solutions, data analytics services and consultancy to a variety of organisations both in the UK and internationally. Established in 1987, the company helps businesses streamline processes and extract value through technology.

The Ambitious Essex Tech 50 forms part of a broader effort to connect, showcase and encourage growth among Essex's technology businesses, with a view to consolidating the county's standing as a centre for technology and related industries.