The OSIST is a compendium or collection of technologies ready for transfer and are available on-line. These technologies were generated by the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) and other institutions.

The OSIST is an internet-based service that brings technologies to the people.

-    Improves accessibility of technology information
-    Enhances S&T service delivery
-    Contributes to good governance and e-Governance
-    Increases speed of innovation
-    Better knowledge and technology transfer
-    Enhances collaboration, coordination and linkages
-    Improves decision-making
-    Improves and accelerates learning

To be used as a reference for investors, entrepreneurs, researchers, and anyone interested to adopt a technology

It provides an overview and abstract of a technology. This includes technology description, market potential, source and adoptors of technology and application of technology.

The OSIST also provides premium information. This refers to the technology’s specific information on process flow, market and financial analysis, significance and limitation of the technology.