BF-May/June-2013
BUSINESS REPORT: Tennessee — Alcoa Expands Auto Sheet Operation In Blount County
The industry giant is gearing up to meet the demand as the amount of aluminum in cars is expected to increase fourfold by 2015, tenfold by 2025.
BUSINESS REPORT: Iowa — MidAmerican Invests $1.9 Billion In New Capacity
The company plans to increase its wind generation in Iowa by 1,050 megawatts by 2015.
FEATURE STORY: Logistics Clusters Are Jobs Magnets
As more companies understand the advantages of near-instant access to their markets, the trend of service businesses partnering with logistics providers will continue to grow.
BUSINESS REPORT: Maryland — SSA’s New Data Hub Moves Forward In Urbana
The National Support Center Project includes a new $192-million data center, which will replaces a 34-year-old facility, as well as office and warehouse space.
SNAPSHOTS: 60 Seconds…with Eric Borgerding, Executive Vice President, Wisconsin Hospital Association
Eric Borgerding, executive vice president of the Wisconsin Hospital Association, speaks up about the benefits of a strong health care system in his state. Plus, Texas gets a shout as BF's State of the Year for 2012.
BUSINESS REPORT: West Virginia — Italian Gas Systems Supplier Plants Flag In Weirton
Marcellus shale drilling in WV spurs Pietro Fiorentini to set first U.S. manufacturing facility.
SPECIAL REPORT: Devens – Secret Weapon In The Battle For Business
A 4,400-acre former military base in the heart of Massachusetts is helping startups and industry leaders succeed and conquer.
BUSINESS REPORT: Wisconsin — Wisconsin Wind Works: A Powerful Partner In Wind Energy
A consortium of 300 suppliers and vendors to the wind energy industry in the Badger State are organized in an online directory with 16 product and service categories.
INDUSTRY FOCUS: More Than Just Production And Plating
From quality meats to sugary treats, consumers are offered an almost endless supply of options when it comes to food. From the May/June 2013 issue.
May/June 2013 Issue (Volume 46, Number 3)
This issue takes a look at 3D printing, logistics clusters, automotive supplier site selection specifics, and economic development opportunities in Thailand. From the May/June 2013 issue.
BUSINESS REPORT: Minnesota — SICK Inc. Relocates And Expands Facilities In Minnesota
The sensors and safety systems maker moves production to the new Eagle Creek Industrial Park. From the May/June 2013 issue.
BUSINESS REPORT: Arkansas — Dassault Invests $60 Million In Little Rock Expansion
The maker of Falcon jets will introduce 3D design at its Arkansas production facility, which will grow to 1.25 million square feet when the expansion is completed in 2016. From the May/June 2013 issue.
SPECIAL REPORT: Site Location Factors For Automotive Suppliers
Significant site location opportunities exist for OEM, supplier expansions and new facilities in the Central and Southern U.S. that can realize operational and financial goals. From the May/June 2013 issue.
COVER STORY: Advanced Manufacturing — Creating Jobs In 3Dimensions
From the digitization of equipment and processes to 3D printing to materials with custom-designed properties, advanced manufacturing is driving high-tech innovation, exports and the creation on high-wage jobs. From the May/June 2013 issue.
SPECIAL REPORT: The Carolinas Are Bringing The Business
On what seems to be a job-creation winning streak, Carolina economic developers must be doing something right. From the May/June 2013 issue.
INSIDE LIVEXCHANGE: 2013 Event Review
LiveXchange offers a unique opportunity for corporate execs eyeing locations for new facilities to have quality face-time with representatives from economic development agencies. From the May/June 2013 issue
FEATURE STORY: Thailand — Nuanced Nation, One-Stop Shop
Many site selectors are surprised to learn the country is an economic leader in Asia and a top-shelf business destination. From the May/June 2013 issue.
FIRST WORD: The Shape of Things to Come
We’ve been keeping
you posted on seismic changes in the
economic development landscape for the past two years. An unexpectedly robust Rust Belt recovery and a swoon in parts of the Sun Belt have kept us busy tracking the movement of jobs. From the May/June 2013 issue.