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

The Editor's Blog

Ready or Not

July 28, 2017

Federal and state authorities are beginning to lay down the rules of the road for self-driving vehicles.

Business Facilities & COVID-19

Even After COVID-19, Execs Expect Remote Work Trend To Continue

Surveys & Research June 3, 2020

Companies that had more remote workers before COVID-19 report that they are actually seeing increased employee productivity during the crisis, according to a new survey.

Indiana Devotes Nearly $44M To Economic Recovery Efforts

Economic Development June 1, 2020

The new initiatives were launched to help Indiana businesses restart, adapt and stimulate long-term growth, especially small businesses and manufacturers.

Featured Location Spotlight

Economic Development

Location Spotlight: Game-changing Logistics Hub in Northwest Ohio

July 1, 2019

A nationally acclaimed logistics development company is preparing to unveil a master-planned park which will be able to accommodate more than 4 million square feet of industrial space. This park will also lay adjacent to one the country’s most critical intermodal terminals. NorthPoint Development is on a fast track to putting up the $250 million park which is expected to serve as a significant advantage for industrial supply chains in the Midwest.

Featured Location Videos

Georgia

BF Location Video: Georgia Ports Authority: Celebrating 75 Years

March 13, 2020

On March 9, 1945 the Georgia Legislature, anticipating the post-World War II economic boom, created the Georgia Ports Authority, with control over the deepwater ports in both Savannah and Brunswick. Today, the Port of Savannah is the fastest-growing and single largest container terminal in the country, accounting for nearly 10% of Georgia’s economy.

Breaking News

Huali Floors Creating 315 Jobs In Georgia

Corporate Headquarters June 3, 2020

The resilient flooring manufacturer will invest more than $27 million to establish its first U.S. headquarters in Murray County, GA.

Even After COVID-19, Execs Expect Remote Work Trend To Continue

Surveys & Research June 3, 2020

Companies that had more remote workers before COVID-19 report that they are actually seeing increased employee productivity during the crisis, according to a new survey.

Printful Investing $2M In New Canadian Fulfillment Center

Logistics & Distribution June 2, 2020

The on-demand fulfillment company will begin production at its first Canadian facility in Mississauga by the end of this year.

Unix Packaging Creating 226 New Jobs In North Carolina

Manufacturing June 1, 2020

The California-based beverage company will invest $19 million in a new manufacturing, bottling, and beverage product packaging facility in Morganton, NC.

Huali Floors Creating 315 Jobs In Georgia

Corporate Headquarters June 3, 2020

The resilient flooring manufacturer will invest more than $27 million to establish its first U.S. headquarters in Murray County, GA.

Even After COVID-19, Execs Expect Remote Work Trend To Continue

Surveys & Research June 3, 2020

Companies that had more remote workers before COVID-19 report that they are actually seeing increased employee productivity during the crisis, according to a new survey.

Facility Management

Facility Executive – Creating Intelligent Buildings

Carrier Launches Healthy Buildings Program June 3, 2020
The expanded suite of advanced solutions delivers healthy, safe, efficient and productive indoor environments for commercial, healthcare, education, and retail facilities. - Read: Carrier Launches Healthy Buildings Program at FacilityExecutive.com.
Execs Expect More Teleworking, Even One Year After COVID-19 June 3, 2020
A new survey reveals the majority of human resources executives expect the shift toward teleworking to continue, even one year after COVID-19 substantially subsides. - Read: Execs Expect More Teleworking, Even One Year After COVID-19 at FacilityExecutive.com.
CENTRIC Non-Contact Temperature Checking June 3, 2020
The CSE1008 and RL-A8 help identify visitors and employees who may have an elevated temperature, to ensure they get further screening before potentially exposing others. - Read: CENTRIC Non-Contact Temperature Checking at FacilityExecutive.com.

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