The high technology sector is the fastest growing industry in Northern Ireland and informed opinion suggests that within five years it will become the largest single employer in the region.

Bank of Ireland is committed to being at the forefront in funding these innovative and exciting businesses. To do this, we have adapted our existing product range and added new offerings specifically designed to meet the new and changing needs of the sector.

Bank of Ireland offers a full range of current account and savings products designed to give you maximum flexibility to meet your specific banking needs. Our choice of overdraft and Invoice finance lines will provide the solution to funding the working capital requirement of your business.

Time is typically of the essence for Hi-Tech business with products needing to be brought to market ahead of the competition. When it is not feasible to wait for grant or venture capital funds to be received, we can provide bridging loans to ensure that business does not stop while legal agreements are finalised.

Our internet-based electronic banking service, Business On Line gives you 24-hour a day, 365 days a year access to your bank accounts and allows you to manage your cash resources in the most efficient way possible.

Most Hi-Tech businesses operate in a global market place and our International Trade Services team can provide in-depth advice to ensure that your business is protected when dealing in foreign countries and currencies.

For capital purchases, we offer a number of term financing options encompassing Asset Finance and Loans including loans under the Small Firms Loan Guarantee Scheme.

A critical issue faced by Hi-Tech businesses is the retention of key personnel. Bank of Ireland can help in this respect by providing attractive employee packages including a full range of Personal Banking products available through one central location.

At Bank of Ireland, we have the resources and the know-how to let your banking package adapt and develop in line with the changing needs of your business.

For further details of our Business Banking products with associated terms and conditions, please refer to our Guide to Business Banking.