Executive Analysis

Business Facilities highlights area economic development and site selection news from around the world. Economic development creates opportunities to grow state, local and metro areas, which are essential for economic growth, improved quality of life and community development.



Economy continuing upward.

A Soft Start To 2015, But Acceleration Expected

Despite temporary factors like the West Coast port strike and tough winter weather in parts of the country, the economy is expected to grow.
Over the next six months, will your company increase or decrease spending on business development activities?

Monthly Confidence Index For Equipment Finance Industry Highest In Four Years

"Over the next six months, will your company increase or decrease spending on business development activities?"
CEO Reputation Infographic.

External CEO Engagement Required To Build Reputation

According to a new report, 81 percent of global executives report that external CEO engagement is now a mandate for building a company's reputation.
Data center.

Data Center Trends: The Present And The Future

The happening trend of today could be an obsolete thing of tomorrow—just as the prospective trend of the future could be only a dream of today.
Young manufacturing worker.

Manufacturing Faces Two Million Worker Shortage In The Next Decade

Study from Deloitte and The Manufacturing Institute indicates nine in 10 Americans surveyed believe manufacturing essential to U.S. economy, while only one in three parents would encourage their children to pursue a career in manufacturing.
Portland Streetcar.

How Does Streetcar Performance Compare In Five U.S. Cities?

A new report looks at what lessons can be learned from analyzing the streetcar performance in Little Rock, Memphis, Portland, Seattle and Tampa.
Greatest risks for companies.

Uncertainty, Volatility And High Risk Environment As Top Challenges In 2015

More boards reallocating oversight duties as risk environment strains audit committee agendas.
New York vs. London.

D.C. Real Estate Continues Steady Decline Among Foreign Investors: NYC Takes Over From London...

China is expected to become the top U.S. investor in 2016 and beyond.
Global mobility.

Global Mobility | Not A Priority For Most Companies

Global mobility is a low priority for most companies, despite tangible benefits for business growth; consequently, 43% of companies do not have a global mobility strategy.
Advanced manufacturing gears.

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."
Innovative look to cities through a keyhole.

What Cities Have The Most Innovative Workers?

New research highlights cities where the largest percentage of CFOs view innovation as an employee strength.
Millennial statements.

Millennial Report: Winning Talent Through Workplace Strategies

Study cites influence of site selection and space design on employee value proposition.
Iceland Volcano.

Saxo Bank’s 10 Outrageous Predictions For 2015

Steen Jakobsen of Saxo Bank comments: "Inflation has fallen to its lowest in decades, interest rates have followed and energy prices are sharply lower. The lack of volatility in data and in asset markets has given investors a false sense of security; we could be in for a rollercoaster ride in 2015.
IPO stock tickers.

2014 Realizes Strongest U.S. IPO Numbers In More Than A Decade

As of December, there were 288 IPOs on U.S. exchanges, which raised $95.2b, a 54% increase in capital over 2013.
Healthcare staff mergers.

More Healthcare And Life Sciences M&A Activity Expected In 2015

KPMG survey finds that cash reserves and easy credit are seen as the leading drivers for deals.
Smart Grid Technologies Revenue To Reach $70.2 Billion Annually.

Smart Grid Technologies Revenue Expected To Reach $70.2 Billion Annually

Navigant Research forecast—revenue from smart grid technologies could reach $70.2 billion annually by 2023.

Economic Growth Slowing After Mid-Year Burst, But 2015 Expected To Top 2014

Housing market is grinding forward as employment numbers tick upward as well.
Internet of Things study.

Internet Of Things Transforms Cities Into Platforms

Study reveals how this new trend of everyone and everything becoming connected to the Internet will impact the cities across the country and around the world.

Businesses Perceive Little Value In Switching Electricity Vendors

New analysis surveyed 250 medium and large C&I companies across five verticals: manufacturing, data centers, hospitals, small franchises and education.
Top relocation destinations.

U.S., U.K. And Singapore Top Three Relocation Destinations For Multinational Corporations

According to a report from the Cartus Corporation, the United States, United Kingdom and Singapore are the top three places where multinational businesses are relocating employees.
tax credits

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

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.
Texas 2023 State of the Year

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: Ohio Electric Cooperatives

Ohio consistently ranks as one of the top U.S. destinations for new corporate facilities, meaning prime sites are quickly snapped up. Economic development officials and private developers are working cooperatively to ensure the pipeline of immediately-developable sites stays full with diverse location opportunities.