2024's Leading Metro Locations Commentary: Kathy Mussio
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How to Master the Maze of Federal Funding in Manufacturing Site Selection
What should you consider while working through the complexities of federal incentives and timelines to optimize your facility planning and execution?
ExxonMobil Secures Major Lease for Offshore Carbon Capture in Texas
ExxonMobil says the operation has the potential to reduce carbon dioxide emissions by more than 100 million metric tons annually.
Optimizing Incentive Approval Timelines
Why it’s important to focus on approval processes to align incentives with project deadlines and ensure timely success.
2022 Top States Workforce Development Programs
Companies across industry sectors are having trouble finding all the talent they need, which makes workforce development programs even more vital as a location factor.
Editor's Note: Strong Government/Business Partnerships Mitigate Location Risks
Economic development programs are evolving to help companies mitigate risks and boost their return on investment, while businesses are also placing increasing emphasis on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues.
2021 Gold & Silver Shovel Awards Recognize State and Local Economic Development Efforts
Although 2020’s global pandemic resulted in some projects being stalled or canceled, the annual Shovel Awards recognize many other new and expanded facilities plans that are on track and expected to created thousands of jobs and billions in investment.
A New Approach to Energy Savings for Your Next Manufacturing Plant
“There’s a pipeline five miles away, so access to natural gas won’t be a problem… right?”
Where's the Talent: Jobs Outlook in the Fastest Growing U.S. Cities
Unlike in past expansions, growth may spread across more cities as more people have the freedom to work remotely from their preferred locations.
A Turnkey Approach to Manufacturing Location Decisions
Taking a project from site selection through process design and construction to commissioning with a turnkey approach will help a manufacturer ensure its long-term operational success.
Adapting to a New Workplace Ecosystem
The office is evolving and becoming more agile — it has to.
Aerospace and Defense Investment Projects Take the Long View
Von Hatley, Managing Director at Jones Walker Consulting, spoke with Area Development about the state of site selection and strategic planning within the aerospace and defense industry after his presentation at our Miami Consultants Forum on the same subject.
Virginia Business Site Locator: A Guide to Selecting a Business Location in Virginia
When it comes to site selection, there’s no one-size-fits-all approach, but there are key questions most businesses have when they’re considering expanding or establishing new operations. The 2016 Virginia Business Site Locator Guide aims to answer those questions, and much more. We hope that when you’re done reading, you’ll agree that the Commonwealth is the best place for business.
Ship-From-Store: the next link in the chain
The war for customers is on and traditional retailers are joining the fight. In a bid to get products to customers at break neck speed, brick and mortar retailers are offering a ship from store option. To do this they are converting their back rooms to mini-distribution centers.
California: Still Shining - The Golden State Keeps Growing
California's knowledge-based economy, skilled talent pool, business-friendly legislation and sought-after lifestyle make the Golden State worth a second look through new lenses.
Texas Receives the Gold Shovel Award
According to the Governor's office, last year Texas, home to some 24 million people, created more jobs than any other state in the nation. That feat goes hand in hand with government bragging rights as the state with the most economically significant relocation and expansion projects for 2007
The Leading Mountain States Metros for Economic and Workforce Growth
Area Development ranks the Top MSAs in the Mountain states for economic and workforce growth based on the overall results from our Leading Locations for 2012 study.
How Corporate Taxes Impact the Business Climate
“Taxes are a fact of life,” the Tax Foundation states in a new background paper, but “not all tax systems are created equal.” With that in mind, the organization sets out every year to rank U.S. states in its “State Business Climate Tax Index.”
Utah Direct Financial Incentives 2010
Utah's economic development, finance and tax organizations provide a range of incentive programs to initiate new business and commercial investment. Specific programs include the Utah Department of Workforce Services (DWS), Workforce Investment Act (WIA), and the Short-Term Intensive Training (STIT).
Maximize Your Incentives
These 10 key negotiation strategies will help you unlock the full value of your relocation or expansion incentives package.
FEATURES
Automotive Industry Update 2007
As the Big Three aim for profitability, Toyota and Honda shoot for the stars.
The Value of "GREEN"
The decision to ignore the growing trend toward "green" development could have a greater impact on a company's bottom line than just the actual physical expense.
Environmental Liability Protection for Tenants
Facility lessees may be held responsible for contaminations that occurred under previous owners or tenants. How can you minimize the legal risk?
Keys to Unlocking Real Estate Value in Tigh Markets
By exploring all options and minimizing risks, tenants can obtain value - even in tight real estate markets.
How to Find - and Keep - Skilled Workers
With skilled manufacturing workers in short supply, companies must be creative in attracting them and also need to start retention efforts from day one
Corporate & Consultants Surveys
DEPARTMENTS
2007 Trends to Watch
While executives of manufacturing firms are more confident about the economy's growth now than they were several months ago, their projections are still not overly optimistic.
Bridging the Aisle for a Stronger U.S. Economy
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
