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Diversification—and Survival—in the Auto Industry

Diversification—and Survival—in the Auto Industry

Traditionally, in the auto industry, the concept of diversification has applied mainly to product mix, overreliance on profit-leading models, single m...

With Its Culture of Collaboration, Georgia is the No. 1 State for Business

With Its Culture of Collaboration, Georgia is the No. 1 State for Business

The partnership approach to economic development is what makes Georgia stand out. From state, regional, local, educational institutions and beyond, th...

Top Sites for Business Growth

Top Sites for Business Growth

Every company has different needs when it comes to finding the perfect location—whether access to utilities and infrastructure is a priority, or proxi...

AIA Sets Advocacy Priorities for Aerospace and Defense Industry

AIA Sets Advocacy Priorities for Aerospace and Defense Industry

The aerospace and defense industry is at the heart of American security and economic success. In 2018, this industry generated $929 billion in economi...

Automotive Supply Chain Investments Remain Resilient

Automotive Supply Chain Investments Remain Resilient

The OESA Automotive Supplier Barometer captures the pulse and 12-month business sentiments of top executives in the North American supplier industry. ...

Strategies for Site Selectors in the Financial Services Industry

Strategies for Site Selectors in the Financial Services Industry

The true art of deal-making in business is risk and reward, and knowing when to act. The business of managing money is a complex array of interrelated...

Base of Operations: Finding the Best Location for a Corporate HQ

Base of Operations: Finding the Best Location for a Corporate HQ

Location decisions require a strategic approach with attention placed on key factors specific to the project’s requirements. The decision should weigh...

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Shifting Workforce Dynamics Require Changing Solutions

The ancient philosopher Heraclitus of Ephesus has been credited with the phrase, “There is nothing permanent except change.” This line of thought is ...

Economic Developers: Catalysts for Local Competitiveness

Economic Developers: Catalysts for Local Competitiveness

The global economy has been impacted by significant disruptions and transformative developments since the turn of the 21st century. Across the U.S., w...

The 2019 CiCi Awards

The 2019 CiCi Awards

Businesses shape our communities. They bring in revenue and they propel regions of our country forward, impacting residents in countless ways. Trade &...