By utilizing the strengths of existing business as well as government and academia, smaller cities are becoming hotbeds for the biotech, IT, renewable energy technologies, aerospace/defense, digital media, and a host of other high-tech endeavors.
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Rodney Goulet, Vice President, Supply Chain Strategy and Infrastructure, Colliers International (November 2010)
Restocking of depleted inventories has resulted in a rebound in shipments for the first half of 2010, but year-end statistics have yet to be compiled.
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Thomas J. Stringer, Esq., Managing Director & Practice Leader, Site Selection and Business Incentives Group, BDO USA (November 2010)
In today's tough financial environment, obtaining a competitive advantage through cost control has become a preeminent guiding principal of site decisions.
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Flanders, Belgium, home to one of Europe's most vibrant biotechnology clusters, is targeting fellow clusters in New Jersey, New York, and Massachusetts to augment international development.
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Mark Crawford, Staff Editor, Area Development (November 2010)
With its low labor costs, skilled manufacturing work force, and proximity to the United States, Mexico is encouraging major companies to plant roots.
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Phillip M. Perry, Staff Editor, Area Development (November 2010)
The recovery may have officially ended in 2009, but businesses are still waiting for a rebound. Consumers will determine when post-recession growth begins.
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