On Ariel's western border stands a large, modern industrial area with over 110 diversified industries. An additional industrial park, "Ariel West" is currently being developed on 200 acres of land. This new park will house 60 plants and factories and provide employment for hundreds of residents of Ariel and the region.

At Ariel's eastern limits, adjacent to Ariel University Center of Samaria, is the Center for Technological Initiative. This center, specializing in such fields as biotechnology, medicine, electronics and biochemistry, houses some 30 projects in various stages of research and development.