Speaking at DatacentreDynamics' Converged Melbourne 2012 conference today, he told delegates that data centres, racks, servers, networks, security and managed services are "at the heart" of ensuring that business, government and the public can access information safely 24 hours a day.

"We have facilitated several projects including openings for vendors and , an expansion of Fujitsu's and events for Interactive and Digital Realty," Rich-Phillips said in a statement.

According to the minister, the construction, maintenance and servicing of these facilities delivers substantial economic benefits for Victoria and stimulates activity in local communities.

In addition, during 2011 the Coalition government released a $150 million suite of technology plans to support the development of Victoria's technology capabilities.

"Part of this included an to support the continuing growth, development and global competitiveness of Victoria's ICT industry," Rich-Philips said.