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April/May 2007
COVER STORY
Logistics/Infrastructure >>
Well-Connected Locations
By Lawrence Moretti, Deloitte Consulting, LLP (Apr/May 07)
From VoIP to Wi-Fi and WiMAX, the latest telecom technologies are positioning communities to attract and retain industry. MoreLabor/Education/HR >>
Taking Customer Service Offshore
By David Yawn (Apr/May 07)
Certain common denominators emerge when companies establish worldwide back-office and technical help operations. MoreFEATURES
Industry Report >>
The Biotech Century
By Steve Stackhouse (Apr/May 07)
The biosciences industries are booming — and more locations than ever are sharing the wealth. MoreInternational >>
Baja California Resurgence
By Debra Williams (Feb/March07)
Infrastructure and other improvements are helping to solidify Baja California’s position as the leading destination for high-value-added manufacturing operations in Mexico. MoreEnergy/Environment >>
Power Surge
By Cynthia Scanlon (April/May 07)
As global demand for energy continues to rise, renewable sources are playing an increasingly important role — environmentally and financially. MoreAsset Management >>
Controlling Land-Use Challenges
By Benjamin H. Bamford, Senior Development Manager; High Real Estate Group LLC (Apr/May 07)
Collaboration and creative approaches to land use can result in projects that benefit your business and the community. MoreSite Selection/Facility Planning >>
Relocation: An Executive Team Effort
A new location means new opportunities, so it’s vital for the CEO and other executives to actively participate in a relocation plan. More
Site Selection/Facility Planning >>
Securing Your Facility Inside and Out
High-tech security measures are part of the solution, but so are time-tested low-tech ideas — and the people to make them all work. More
Corporate & Consultants Surveys
Corporate Survey Series >>
Ranked #3 — Corporate Tax Rate
By Tom Bertino, Strategic Relocation & Expansion Services Practice, KPMG LLP (Apr/May 07)
Respondents to Area Development’s 21st Annual Corporate Survey have named Corporate Tax Rate as the third most important factor in the site selection process behind only labor costs and highway accessibility. MoreRanked #4 — State and Local Incentives
By Michael Huber, Cushman & Wakefield – Location Incentives Group
(Apr/May 07)
As in 2005, the results of Area Development’s 2006 Corporate Survey demonstrate that state and local incentives are given increasing consideration in the facilities planning process. More STATE REPORTS
State Resources >>
California: Where Emerging Technologies Converge
By Susan Avery (Apr/May 07)
The Golden State continues to expand upon its longstanding reputation for innovation. MoreDEPARTMENTS
Editor's Note >>
Powerful Moves
By Geraldine Gambale, Editor, Area Development Magazine (Apr/May 07)
Securing the nation’s energy future while, at the same time, protecting our environment has finally moved to the top of U.S. legislators’“to-do” list. More
Viewpoint >>
Ten Signs of a Business-Friendly Community
By Norman Dean,
Town Manager of Madison, Maine;
Chair of Madison Business Gateway Committee
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