Information technology (IT) is a set of related fields that encompass computer systems, software, programming languages and data and information processing and storage. IT forms part of information and communications technology (ICT). An information technology system is generally an information system, a communications system, or, more specifically speaking, a computer system — including all hardware, software, and peripheral equipment — operated by a limited group of IT users, and an IT project usually refers to the commissioning and implementation of an IT system. IT systems play a vital role in facilitating efficient data management, enhancing communication networks, and supporting organizational processes across various industries. Successful IT projects require meticulous planning, seamless integration, and ongoing maintenance to ensure optimal functionality and alignment with organizational objectives.

ಮಾಹಿತಿ ತಂತ್ರಜ್ಞಾನ ಅಮೇರಿಕದ ಮಾಹಿತಿ ತಂತ್ರಜ್ಞಾನ ಸಂಘದ ನಿರ್ದಿಷ್ಟದಂತೆ, "ಗಣಕಯಂತ್ರ-ಆಧಾರಿತ ಮಾಹಿತಿ ವ್ಯವಸ್ಥೆಗಳ ಅಧ್ಯಯನ, ರಚನೆ, ಅಭಿವೃದ್ಧಿ ಮತ್ತು ನಿರ್ವಹಣೆ - ವಿಶೇಷವಾಗಿ ತಂತ್ರಾಂಶ ಮತ್ತು hardware."