Machba, the Inter-University Computing Center, is a non-profit organization founded by Israeli research universities, dedicated to providing advanced technological services. It specializes in communication infrastructure, digital information services, applications, and learning technologies. By leveraging these expertise, Machba enhances operational efficiency within the academic sector, offering significant cost savings, streamlining bureaucratic processes, and facilitating the establishment of effective infrastructures.

Machba services cater to tens of thousands of academic faculty members, students, and researchers across Israel, promoting collaboration among its members and various educational and research institutions. The organization operates and maintains Israel's National Research and Education Network (NREN), delivering reliable connectivity and resources for the academic community.

Additionally, Machba is a proud member of key international initiatives, such as GÉANT, the ultra-high-speed communications infrastructure for the European research and education community, and PRACE, which provides high-performance computing resources for Israeli researchers. Through these collaborative efforts, Machba plays a pivotal role in fostering innovation and advancing academic research.