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Qore Systems, LLC To Invest $12.8M In First Virginia Operation
Qore Systems, LLC will invest $12.8 million to relocate from Arizona and establish its first Virginia operation in Highlands Business Park, creating 140 new jobs.
Four Things NOT To Do To Be A Smart Cities Leader
A new study of smart cities by the UK research organization Nesta has uncovered valuable insights by looking deeper at smart cities underachievers.
NSF Awards $12M To Spur Engineering Education Revolution
Six universities receive NSF funding to redesign undergraduate engineering and computer science education. The RED projects will build on successful innovations in the introductory and capstone years.
BOMA Elects Its 2015-16 Officers
The four newly elected officers hail from Capstone Property Management, McCarthy Cook, Colliers, and Commercial Advisors Asset Services.
MRI Software Introduces Latest Version of Corporate Real Estate Management (CRE)
MRI’s CRE software is designed for corporate tenants and helps retailers, health systems, data centers, and other office and industrial lease holders stay on top of lease expenses, terms, and other critical information.
National Food Processor Expanding Again In West Michigan
Illinois-based Hearthside Food Solutions will invest nearly $10.7 million to expand its Kentwood, Michigan facility and add at least 91 new jobs.
C-suite Demands More Productivity: How Will Corporate Real Estate Deliver?
JLL global survey reveals “pressure cooker” of expectations for corporate real estate teams.
Google to Build $600 Million Alabama Data Center
Google will build a $600 million data center in Alabama’s Jackson County, creating up to 100 jobs at a facility powered by renewable energy.
Massive Tesla Gigafactory To Have Massive Impact On Nevada
Expected to be one of the world’s largest industrial facilities, Tesla's gigafactory is expected to provide Nevada with annual statewide economic benefits of $5.4 billion in jobs, tax revenues and overall spending.
Will Predictive Energy Models Become A Thing Of The Past?
Determining a building’s energy efficiency based solely on using predictive energy models and specifying certain design and construction attributes may be a thing of the past by the time the next generation of architects and engineers join the workforce.
From The Firm That Brought You SubTropolis…
Hunt Midwest Enterprises, Inc. and Unity Hunt, Inc. launch of Hunt Southwest Real Estate Development, LLC, targeting commercial real estate development throughout Texas.
App From AMP Technologies Amps Up Existing Product
The offering adds mobility and enhanced features to the AMPPipeline asset management platform.
Kansas City, MO Moving Toward Smart City Status
Expanding on its KC Digital Roadmap, the city has established a collaborative agreement with Cisco to develop a comprehensive smart city network.
Cyber Risk In Commercial Real Estate
Many commercial real estate (CRE) companies are inadequately prepared for cyberattacks. This report from Deloitte explains how CRE professionals can be prepared.
Tech Accelerator: Calling All Real Estate Startups
Until August 14, 2015, MetaProp NYC, a real estate technology accelerator, is accepting applications for its 16-week program for tech driven real estate startups.
IT Teams Not Fully Prepared: Randstad Technologies Reveals Millennial Workforce Is Driving Corporate IT...
IT leaders express low confidence to support technology challenges created by millennials in the workplace.
U.S. Macro Forecast: Still Plenty Of Runway For Commercial Real Estate
Report shows positive momentum for office, industrial, and retail sectors of the commercial real estate market.
UK GREAT Tech Awards Seek U.S. Tech Companies
For the third year, this award will provide innovative tech companies with a customized business development tour of the UK.
Metered New York Takes Mystery Out Of CRE Energy Bills
The website also includes resources such as case studies, “how-to” information, and training opportunities, with more features planned in the near future.
Smart Lighting Market Opportunities: Smart Bulbs And Local Lighting Intelligence
Smart lighting is now conceived of as part of the Internet-of-Things (IoT) and not as just another lighting management system.
Listen Now: Living And Learning In Lubbock, Texas, With John Osborne, CEO, Lubbock EDA
Lubbock EDA CEO John Osborne discusses business climate and downtown revitalization in the Business Facilities Podcast.
2023 Deals Of The Year
Entries for Deal of the Year awards spanned industries, investment types, and winning strategies. Here are the stories of this year’s picks.
2023 State Of The Year: Opportunity Awaits In Texas
A robust business climate and strategic growth during 2023 earns the Lone Star State this recognition.
[VIDEO] Get More for Your Business in Ardmore. Oklahoma
The ADA owns three industrial parks and several single sites and buildings, giving our organization both the power and incentive to negotiate favorable terms for expanding companies.
Location Spotlight: Capitalize On Opportunity In Washington, DC
Experience the momentum firsthand as Washington, DC sets new benchmarks in the business world. Whether you're a visionary entrepreneur or an established company, our city offers limitless possibilities for your growth and prosperity.