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Data Download: West Leads In Advanced Manufacturing
Dan Levine, Oxford Economics writes, "As the large metro areas find themselves in an increasing competition for highly mobile talent and jobs, there will probably be continued convergence in community and economic development strategies; particularly in urban centers seeking to attract technology talent and promote business incubation."
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Business Facilities: Tesla Gigafactory Is Economic Development Deal Of The Year
Business Facilities recognizes the three most significant economic development projects of the year: Tesla's battery factory in Nevada, Washington's retention of the Boeing facility in Everett, and the new Comcast Center in downtown Philadelphia.
Tennessee Repeats As BF’s State Of The Year
The Volunteer State becomes the first back-to-back winner of Business Facilities' top annual honor.
State Focus: Oklahoma – Oil, Cattle and Much, Much More
The Sooner State is diversifying into a variety of hot growth sectors, including a rapidly expanding hub of data centers.
September/October 2014 Issue (Volume 47, Number 5)
This issue of Business Facilities features a tour of high-tech hubs, an update on the call center industry, a visit with Michigan Governor Rick Snyder, and summaries of activity in several other states and industries.
Location Focus: New Jersey – The Place For Giant Opportunities
The Garden State fields a powerful lineup of assets for business, including a highly educated workforce and game-changing tax incentives.
State Focus: Indiana – A State Of Action
Indiana continues to prove that it can get the job done.
Location Focus: Texas – Big and Getting Bigger
There’s no "mercy" rule in economic development: the Lone Star State keeps crushing the competition.
Industry Focus: Ports & FTZs – Drivers For Commerce And Trade
Foreign-trade zones are playing a greater role in development efforts geared to increased imports and exports.
Industry Focus: Call Centers – Welcome Home
When communicating with call centers, familiarity can make all the difference.
Business Report: California – Sacramento County Plans For The “Next Economy”
The Capital Region Prosperity Plan sets six priorities, including an “ecosystem” for innovators and entrepreneurs.
Feature Story: Logistics – Big Wheels Keep On Rollin’
So far, 2014 has been a banner year for freight haulers, but this success has a down side: a capacity crisis may be looming.
Snapshots: 60 Seconds… With Larry Parman, Oklahoma Secretary Of Commerce
Business is booming in Oklahoma, and the state's secretary of commerce explains how and why things are only going to get better.
Cover Story: High-Tech Hubs
With smart new regional growth strategies and generous federal funding initiatives, high-tech hubs are springing up all over the United States.
Business Report: Greater Akron – A Magnet For Investment And New Jobs
In 2013, more than $123 million was invested by businesses expanding in the region, creating more than 700 jobs.
Business Report: Georgia – Latvian Fiberglass Producer Puts U.S. HQ in Dublin, GA
Valmiera Glass will invest $20 million in a new manufacturing facility, creating 150 jobs.
Business Report: Missouri – Commerce Bank Puts New HQ In Joplin Tornado Recovery Zone
A new high-tech bank building will rise on the site of a branch destroyed by the F5 tornado on May 22, 2011.
Business Report: Four Cities To Pilot Kansas Statewide Broadband Initiative
A Local Technology Planning Pilot project will help communities develop strategic plans for broadband.
Business Report: Arizona – Ak-Chin Offering The Best Of Both Worlds In Arizona
The Santa Cruz Commerce Center is a shovel-ready site with 40 acres of available lots for build-to-suit projects.