Technology / Research & Development


VA: Amazon Web Services Locates New Office, 500 Jobs in Fairfax County

May 23, 2013

Location, multi-million-dollar project, to support the growth of AWS's public sector and commercial cloud-computing efforts. more >>


GA: ExactTarget to Expand its Operations, Create New 225 Jobs

May 21, 2013

Digital marketing software-as-a-service leader will expand its operations in metro Atlanta and investing $1.25M over five years. more >>


MI: GM Unveils $130M Enterprise Data Center, Will Transform its Global IT

May 14, 2013

The facility is the first of two Information Technology Operations and Command centers that bring in-house GM’s global IT infrastructure. more >>


FL: California Firm Considering Indian River County for New HQ

May 10, 2013

Next Level Security Systems, currently headquartered in Carlsbad, California, plans to fill 10 new positions paying $80,000-$100,000. more >>



28 Acre Multi-Use Industrial Site

28 Acre Multi-Use Industrial Site

November 2, 2010

Full Scale Specialty Chemical Mfg. Facility (High Alloy and Glass-Lined Equipment) - 106,800 sq. ft. of Total Building Space - 8,000 Sq. Ft. of... more >>


40 Acre Former Chemical Plant

40 Acre Industrial Site

November 2, 2010

40 Acre Former Chemical Plant Industrial Site with 160,000 Sq. Ft. of Manufacturing Space, 30,000 Sq. Ft. of Warehouse Space, and 3,000 Sq. Ft. of... more >>



NASA Statement on New Manufacturing Innovation Institutes

May 10, 2013

"We are assuring the aerospace community, and all American manufacturers, have access to the new knowledge and technology." more >>


U.S. Semiconductor Industry Supports More Than 1 Million American Jobs

April 26, 2013

Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) says U.S. semiconductor industry drives economic growth and leads the global market. more >>


Milken Institute’s State Technology and Science Index 2012 Just Released

April 26, 2013

Index tracks, evaluates every state’s tech, science capabilities, success at converting assets into companies and high-paying jobs. more >>


PwC's Q1 Manufacturing Barometer Reveals 80% Expect Growth

April 18, 2013

Overall sentiment regarding direction of domestic economy remained upbeat among U.S. industrial manufacturers in first quarter. more >>


Case Studies

The Florida Space Coast: Ready for Takeoff Case study | October 31, 2011
The Florida Space Coast: Ready for Takeoff   

By: Juli Anne Patty

There is perhaps no better metaphor for business success than a space shuttle, against all odds, through only human determination, skill and... More>>


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Success in the Heart of the Heartland: Missouri CORE   

By: Juli Anne Patty

Central Missouri is not just at the heart of Missouri; it’s at the heart of America. That position has motivated hundreds of businesses to locate... More>>


Idaho: The (Low) Cost of Doing Business Case study | July 19, 2011
Idaho: The (Low) Cost of Doing Business   

By: Juli Anne Patty

The list of reasons to bring your business to Idaho is long, but can be summed up with a simple equation: great location + low business costs =... More>>


White Papers

White Paper | April 11, 2013
2012 State Technology and Science Index   

The index tracks, evaluates every state's tech and science capabilities and their success at converting those assets into companies and jobs. More>>


White Paper | May 24, 2012
Ernst & Young LLP's 2012 US Investment Monitor Shows Increased Investment in New Facilities and Jobs   

Companies continue to invest in the US economy and businesses show strong levels of investment in new and upgraded facilities, according to the 2012... More>>


White Paper | April 16, 2012
The Pew Center on States: Evidence Counts: Evaluating State Tax Incentives for Jobs and Growth   

Every state offers tax incentives to attract, retain, and expand businesses and jobs. But no state ensures that policy makers rely on good evidence... More>>



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Articles

New Jersey: Tax and Regulatory Reforms Redefine New Jersey in the Marketplace Article | May 22, 2013
New Jersey: Tax and Regulatory Reforms Redefine New Jersey in the Marketplace

By: Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno

Discover the new direction New Jersey has taken with a restructured government that is fostering and encouraging business growth.   More>>


Oklahoma: The “Fly To” State’s Aerospace Appeal Article | May 22, 2013
Oklahoma: The “Fly To” State’s Aerospace Appeal

By: Governor Mary Fallin

Already a global aerospace industry hub, Oklahoma's Governor explains what the state is doing to grow, diversify and bring foreign investment.   More>>


The State of the North American Supply Base Article | May 21, 2013
The State of the North American Supply Base

By: David J. Andrea

Original Equipment Suppliers Association (OESA) tells why it believes the U.S. supply base is fundamentally strong with great near-term...   More>>


Community Impact Awards Article | March 11, 2013
Community Impact Awards

By: Linda Dobel

The 15 companies whose 2012 announced development projects will make a significant difference in their chosen location.   More>>


Corporate Investment Awards Article | March 11, 2013
Corporate Investment Awards

By: Linda Dobel

The Corporate Investment Awards pay tribute to 15 corporations that have announced the largest capital investment deals in 2012.   More>>