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Forecast 2008: Economy Slows, Housing Woes
By Phillip M. Perry (Area Development Online Exclusive)
In looking at the year ahead, most observers see a challenging environment where healthy profits will require nimble management. MoreHiring Foreign Nationals: Legal Matters
By Phillip M. Perry (Nov 07)
Keep up with federal regulations on hiring workers from other countries to protect yourself and your company from costly legal challenges. More
Staying Power
By Cynthia Kincaid (Nov 07)
Government agencies are turning more frequently to financial incentives as tools for retaining businesses and jobs. But do these breaks benefit the communities, too? More
“Final Five”Eye National Bio Defense
By Patrice D. Bucciarelli (Oct/Nov 07)
Only one of the sites in five states with long-established connections to public and private bio- and agro-research operations will be chosen— but they all feel like winners. MoreWestern Canada
Area Development (Aug/Sep 07)
The four Western Canadian provinces present a dynamic environment for innovative companies to grow and prosper. MoreWhy It’s Still A Good Idea to Invest in America
By Geraldine Gambale, Editor (Jun/Jul 07)
According to President Bush, “The U.S. has a key stake in promoting an open investment regime.” MoreBridging the Aisle for a Stronger U.S. Economy
By Charles E. Bunch, Chairman, National Association of Manufacturers (NAM); and Chairman and CEO, PPG Industries, Inc. (Feb/Mar 07)
Recently, there’s been a great deal of media coverage regarding the change of direction in political winds in Washington. Clearly, the Democratic Party’s control of the House and Senate will shape a new world of government for manufacturers to navigate. MoreEnvironmental Liability Protection for Tenants
By Jonathan W. Redding and Greggory C. Brandt, Attorneys; Wendel, Rosen, Black & Dean LLP (Feb/Mar 07)
Facility lessees may be held responsible for contaminations that occurred under previous owners or tenants. How can you minimize the legal risk? MoreForecast 2007
By Phillip M. Perry (Dec/Jan 07)
As the new year begins, businesses are tightening their belts and bracing for a bumpy ride. MorePlanning a Brownfield Cleanup
By Jim Ash, PE, LSP, Vice President, and Patrick King, PE, Environmental Division Manager; GEI Consultants, Inc. (Dec/Jan 07)
Avoid a "one size fits all" approach when considering a contaminated site remediation. MoreThe H-1B Visa Debate
By Cynthia Scanlon (Oct/Nov 06)
Some say Congress should raise current limits on foreign workers in the United States; others disagree. But proposed changes to the law may satisfy both sides. MoreEminent Domain Requires a Balanced Approach
By Thomas J. Erman, SIOR, Vice President; NAI DESCO (Aug/Sep 06)
Eminent domain is in the headlines, on televised news shows, and on the lips of every property owner from coast to coast. But the aspect of the story that is rarely, if ever, reported is “balance.” MorePortfields Initiative: Full Steam Ahead
By Mark Crawford (Jun/Jul 06)
The Portfields Initiative has distributors and developers excited about the Metro NY/NJ Port District. MoreRanked #4: State & Local Incentives
By Lawrence Kramer, Senior Partner, Incentis Group LLC; (Apr/May 06)
The high ranking given to this factor by the respondents to Area Development’s Annual Corporate Survey confirms the impact of state. MoreCongress Must Solve the Asbestos Litigation Process
By John Engler (Feb/Mar 06)
One of the U.S. Senate’s top priorities in 2006 is passage of an asbestos trust fund bill. This could not come a moment too soon — resolution of the asbestos litigation crisis is long overdue. MoreThe Great Incentives Debate
By Raj Vohra, Consultant, Pollina Corporate Real Estate, Inc. (Feb/Mar 06)
A well-planned and skillfully negotiated incentives package can allow a company to remain competitive while providing a net benefit to the state and community in which it has chosen to locate. MoreSTATE RESOURCES
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