Τhe Computer Technology Institute and Press “Diophantus” is a research and technology organization focusing on research and development in Information and Communication Technologies (ICT).

Particular emphasis is placed on education, by developing and deploying conventional and digital media in education and lifelong learning; publishing printed and electronic educational materials; administrating and managing the Greek School Network; and supporting the organization and operation of the electronic infrastructure of the Greek Ministry of Education, Lifelong Learning and Religious Affairs and all educational units. Since its establishment in 1985, and in the past decades of rapid technological development, CTI has actively contributed to many of the advances that today are taken for granted.

The Sector of Telematics and Applications for regional development (abbrev. “Telematics Center”) of CTI “DIOPHANTUS” COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY INSTITUTE & PRESS, was established with the basic objective to enhance regional development through the effective use of new ICT for the regions covered from the institute.

Basic aims of this department are:

• To operate as a lever for regional development and interregional collaboration
• To carry out applied research for the development and support of specialized ICT applications for the public and private regional sectors (in Western Greece)
• To develop, support and operate information systems useful for the activities of education in Greece