2016 Tech Outlook

Economic development creates opportunities to grow state, local and metro areas, which are essential for economic growth, improved quality of life and community development. 2016 Tech Outlook articles below.

Surveys & Research

Top 10 Tech Trends For 2017

September 14, 2016

Top 10 Tech Trends For 2017 The technology sector is still the United States’ leading industry for real estate expansion and employment growth, according to JLL.

Featured Location Spotlight

Site Selection

Location Spotlight: Topeka, Kansas

February 12, 2018

With three top universities in the area and connectivity via major interstates, Topeka, Kansas is rich with opportunity. Visit the GO Topeka Economic Partnership to learn more.

Featured Location Videos

Economic Development

The North Eastern Strategic Alliance | Put Success In Your Corner

September 4, 2019

Companies located in South Carolina’s Business Corner enjoy quick, easy access to both domestic and international markets, a plentiful and qualified workforce and it’s in a place where the cost of living and doing business are well below the national average. Learn more at www.nesasc.org.

Breaking News

Spartan Motors Creating 308 Jobs In South Carolina

Automotive October 16, 2019

The specialty vehicle manufacturer will invest $1.15 million to launch operations in Charleston County, SC.

Industry 4.0: Making Connections In Michigan

Feature Story October 16, 2019

Michigan is investing in a connected, smart manufacturing future, heralding a new age of automotive design and autonomous vehicles

LifeNet Health Investing $18M In Indiana Biologics Facility

Biotech & Pharma October 15, 2019

The Virginia-based regenerative medicine company will create up to 127 new jobs in Hendricks County, IN by the end of 2023.

Spartan Motors Creating 308 Jobs In South Carolina

Automotive October 16, 2019

The specialty vehicle manufacturer will invest $1.15 million to launch operations in Charleston County, SC.

SmileDirectClub Investing $36M In Texas Dental Manufacturing Lab

Manufacturing October 14, 2019

The new high-tech dental manufacturing lab in Kyle, TX will create 850 new jobs, with help from the Texas Enterprise Fund.

LifeNet Health Investing $18M In Indiana Biologics Facility

Biotech & Pharma October 15, 2019

The Virginia-based regenerative medicine company will create up to 127 new jobs in Hendricks County, IN by the end of 2023.

Facility Management

Facility Executive – Creating Intelligent Buildings

VARIDESK® Debuts Privacy Booth To Provide Personal Focus Space October 16, 2019
The VARIDESK Privacy Booth offers a retreat for focus work, personal phone calls and other matters requiring greater quiet and confidentiality in collaborative environments. - Read: VARIDESK® Debuts Privacy Booth To Provide Personal Focus Space at FacilityExecutive.com.
Six Tips For A Successful Lighting Retrofit October 16, 2019
Designing to code and considering future needs help to minimize obstacles and maximize investment. - Read: Six Tips For A Successful Lighting Retrofit at FacilityExecutive.com.
Dyson Introduces Dyson Airblade 9kJ Hand Dryer October 16, 2019
This energy efficient, HEPA-filtered hand dryer is the first Dyson Airblade model to feature two operating modes — Max and Eco. - Read: Dyson Introduces Dyson Airblade 9kJ Hand Dryer at FacilityExecutive.com.

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