Serving The Cloud: Data Center Supply Races To Meet Demand
Completion of new data center projects started in 2016 will create enough new server capacity to meet the voracious appetite of expanding cloud providers, easing a shortage of available storage space.
The Sky’s The Limit In The Lone Star State
Low-cost land, a skilled workforce and “Restrained” government—with low taxes and minimal regulation—yield unrestrained growth in Texas.
July / August 2017 Issue (Volume 50, Number 4)
The July / August 2017 issue features our 13th annual rankings report, presenting the top states, metros and global locations from every possible economic development angle.
Inside LiveXchange 2017
LiveXchange offers a unique opportunity for corporate executives eyeing locations for their new facilities to have quality face-time with major economic development agency representatives.
Business Facilities’ 13th Annual Rankings Report
The 13th annual edition of our rankings report tracks growth sectors that seem to be emerging overnight from thin air in uncharted waters, telling you who’s out front in cybersecurity, offshore wind energy and the other frontiers of the 21st century.
Shovel-Ready Sites: Ready To Hit The Ground Running
As the demand for shovel-ready industrial sites keeps growing, more and more locations are initiating certified sites programs that streamline the approval process for new developments.
Nevada Has the Big MO
The Silver State has put the Great Recession in its rear-view mirror with a surging recovery led by small business growth.
Tennessee: A Hotbed for FDI
Locations across the globe are looking to invest in Tennessee.
Tourism: Endless Options
No matter what type of destination you are or what type of tourist your area brings, the end result is more of everything.
Maryland’s New Center Of Opportunity
Robust logistics, a highly skilled workforce, a business-friendly environment and a bevy of available sites makes Harford County, Maryland a magnet for new projects.
Ports & FTZs: Perfect Together
The nation’s ports are handling record amounts of shipping. Importers get more bang for the buck by moving their goods through duty-free foreign trade zones located within or adjacent to ports.
Snapshots: 60 Seconds With Matt Hurlbutt, Greater Rochester Enterprise
Matt Hurlbutt, executive vice president and chief operating officer, Greater Rochester Enterprise, discusses the Economic Gardening program, local talent, food processing, photonics, higher education and the importance of water.
Making Waves: Building A Water Management Mecca
Coastal rebuilding projects are driving the growth of the water sector in Louisiana. The Pelican State aims to become the Silicon Valley of the global water industry.
Building A Biotech Rebound
A slow start and a dearth of mergers and acquisitions made 2016 a tough year for biotech, but new gene and immuno-therapies are leading the way for a much stronger performance when 2017 results are in.
May / June 2017 Issue (Volume 50, Number 3)
The May / June 2017 issue features our annual tour of the locations that are leaders in logistics and distribution, ports and FTZs, LiveXchange 2017, biotech, tourism, and certified sites. Plus, what’s going on in Maryland, Louisiana, Nevada and Tennessee.
Logistics Leaders
The logistics and distribution industry is poised for a great leap forward as new technology digitally transforms the supply chain from end to end.
Kentucky: Air Supremacy In The Bluegrass State
With Amazon’s decision to put its $1.5-billion hub in Hebron, Kentucky is on the runway to establish itself as the global airfreight logistics leader.
New Mexico: Simply Enchanting
New Mexico offers a combination that’s hard to beat, with scenic beauty and benefits to business that continue to entice.
New York: Building a High Tech Future In The Empire State
The Empire State is busy building a high-tech future that includes a $5-billion advanced materials sector, more than 100,000 advanced manufacturing jobs and the top hub for research in semiconductors and nanotechnology.
Illinois: New State Support for Entrepreneurs
The Advancing the Development of Minority Entrepreneurship program will mentor start-ups in Peoria, Rockford and Chicago.