Employment
Walmart Grows Fulfillment, Distribution Operations In Indiana
On the heels of opening a new high-tech fulfillment center in McCordsville, Walmart is investing $108M to upgrade its Seymour regional distribution center.
Ascendion Launches New Generative AI Hub In Mexico
U.S.-based software engineering company Ascendion will create a center for Generative AI skills in Monterrey, adding an estimated 1,500 jobs over three years.
Listen Now: Where Is Your Best Workforce?
Finding the best workforce is one of the tougher items on today’s site selection checklist. This LiveXchange podcast features first-hand experience from corporate executives.
AI In The Workplace: Aerospace, Manufacturing Lead The Way
New study finds artificial intelligence (AI) presents opportunities for employees to become more productive and strategic, but it also raises fears about job replacement.
Hiring Challenges: The Future Of Skilled Labor
Business leaders that rely on skilled labor are facing unprecedented challenges in today’s job market.
Navigating Flexible Work Policies: Four Key Tensions
Flexible work policies create friction for corporate real estate teams, who need to plan around erratic demands for space and occupancy that change daily.
METUS Opens New Jersey Distribution, Training Facility
New 400,000-square-foot Distribution and Training Center in Florence, NJ is intended to strengthen Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US LLC’s supply chain, provide efficient heat pump distribution to the Northeastern U.S.
Cypress Cold Storage Building New Facility In Northwest Arkansas
The 207,285-square-foot cold storage facility is expected to create 50 new jobs in Springdale, Arkansas when construction is completed in 2024.
Ford To Create Canadian EV Hub In Ontario
Ford will invest more than $1.3B (US) to transform its Oakville Assembly Complex into the Oakville Electric Vehicle Complex, where it will produce EVs beginning in 2025.
Weidmüller Group Expansion To Create 100 Jobs In Virginia
Germany-based Weidmüller Group will invest $16.4 million to expand its existing operation in Chesterfield County, Virginia.
Swift Prepared Foods Opens Principe Foods Facility In Missouri
Swift Prepared Foods invested more than $200 million in the new 325,000-square-foot Italian meats and charcuterie production facility in Columbia, MO.
Microvast Selects Kentucky For First Polyaramid Separator Plant
Lithium-ion battery solutions manufacturer will invest $504 million and create up to 562 jobs at its first polyaramid separator plant in Hopkinsville, KY.
Concerns Remain, But U.S. Execs More Optimistic About Revenue, Profit
Business leaders still have grave concerns about U.S. economy for 2023, but are more optimistic about revenue and profit expectations, other key indicators, finds AICPA & CIMA survey.
The Talent War: What’s Your Plan For Recruiting Gen Z Workers?
A new report from The Conference Board explores the 5 most important motivations of Gen Z, expected to represent nearly a third of the workforce by 2025.
Did You Miss This Webinar? Discover 3 Ways To Workforce Success
Whether you're relocating or expanding, view this free video webinar and learn innovative ways to stand out from the pack and sustain your best workforce.
Amprius Technologies Picks Colorado For Gigawatt-Hour Scale Factory Site
Colorado's geographic location, manufacturing infrastructure, factory capacity potential and comprehensive incentives package helped land Amprius Technologies' lithium-ion battery plant.
GM Tags Michigan, Ohio And New York For $918M Investment
General Motors will invest in four U.S. facilities for V-8 engine production, electric vehicle components, bringing its manufacturing facility investments to more than $37B since 2013.
Labor Market Trends: The Next Chapter
For military veterans seeking employment, private sector programs are part of an ecosystem to connect with marketable skills.
North Carolina Offers The Total Package: 2022 State Of The Year
Throughout 2022, the Tar Heel State steadily attracted and retained business investment with its regional approach and world-class resources.
Super Bowl LVII: Will 18M+ Employees Miss Work On Monday?
An estimated 18.8 million U.S. employees may miss work the Monday after Super Bowl LVII, according to new research from The Workforce Institute at UKG.
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: 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.