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Why is there a Skill Shortage/Mismatch?

Why is there a Skill Shortage/Mismatch?

See if you agree: the author says more is more when it comes to workforce training and it equals a win-win-win for all, including the community.

Driving Renewable Energy Development with Public Incentives

Driving Renewable Energy Development with Public Incentives

Great opportunity to learn what government incentives may do to help you become more energy efficient in your business.

Is 2015 the Tipping Point for Reshoring?

Is 2015 the Tipping Point for Reshoring?

What's the rationale for reshoring? An industry leader shares insight and facts on the topic.

In Sync, Not Siloed: Why Workplace Redesign Must Be a Team Effort

In Sync, Not Siloed: Why Workplace Redesign Must Be a Team Effort

Time to get with it: a new era is emerging in which workplace and technology investments are customized to businesses’ unique needs.

Will Plant and Equipment Investment Surge in 2015?

Will Plant and Equipment Investment Surge in 2015?

Statistics show U.S. companies sitting on record amounts of cash and borrowing costs are low, but investing in new capacity has been weak.

Checklist for EDOs to Secure Greater Site Inventory

Checklist for EDOs to Secure Greater Site Inventory

Take this opportunity to understand what EDOs should consider before securing their next-gen industrial/business park.

Utilizing Public Incentives to Develop a Skilled Workforce

Utilizing Public Incentives to Develop a Skilled Workforce

See how the struggle with human resource issues arising from a shrinking pool of highly skilled workers has gotten the attention of state agencies.

Leadership Qualities that Matter for Economic Development Professionals

Leadership Qualities that Matter for Economic Development Professionals

Regardless of your responsibilities in the economic development field, you owe it to yourself to take advantage of these sage leadership tips.

Factoring Climate Change into Site Selection and Development Decisions

Factoring Climate Change into Site Selection and Development Decisions

For the development sector, changing climatic conditions with associated rising insurance costs pose a real risk.

Corporate Real Estate Strategies that (Inspire) Work

Corporate Real Estate Strategies that (Inspire) Work

Why employers should be concerned with how to augment corporate culture and physical workspace to be attractive to employees.