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California: Then and Now

California: Then and Now

California is now a great state for site selectors' consideration: its transformation in the last five years is nothing short of remarkable.

Manufacturing is Bright Today and Has a Bright Tomorrow

Manufacturing is Bright Today and Has a Bright Tomorrow

American factories are producing their greatest volume of goods ever. Take a look at what can be done to keep the momentum going.

Mitigating Utility Costs and Risks in the Site Selection Process

Mitigating Utility Costs and Risks in the Site Selection Process

Excellet tips for helping utilities help you to prepare a project for a speedy and low-risk schedule to facility startup.

Turning the Tide: The Role of U.S. FTZs as an Economic Activity Incentive

Turning the Tide: The Role of U.S. FTZs as an Economic Activity Incentive

Looking for a tool that serves U.S.-based manufacturers to boost operating margins? Learn about the U.S. Foreign-Trade Zones (FTZs) program.

Workforce Training is in High Demand by Employees and Employers Alike

Workforce Training is in High Demand by Employees and Employers Alike

U.S. cities, counties and states are putting heavy emphasis on workforce training. Grab this chance to see how their specific efforts are paying off.

What Advanced Manufacturers Need to Thrive in the U.S.

What Advanced Manufacturers Need to Thrive in the U.S.

Check out how technology has changed how things are made, leading to a new name for the manufacturing industry: advanced manufacturing.

The Manufacturing Workforce: Investment Required

The Manufacturing Workforce: Investment Required

See why the U.S. remains the largest manufacturing economy, producing 19% of all globally manufactured products in 2013, yet there's a problem.

Designated Sites Streamline Site Selection and Development

Designated Sites Streamline Site Selection and Development

Site selectors, here's a great tip. Designated sites can be a tremendous to get you into your new business location faster, with fewer headaches.

Gauging Key Utilities: A Guide for Manufacturing Site Selection

Gauging Key Utilities: A Guide for Manufacturing Site Selection

Do you know one of the critical, but sometimes overlooked, considerations when evaluating a site is utilities? Why water is key in that area.

Clean Industry: A Clear Choice

Clean Industry: A Clear Choice

Throughout the country, communities are realizing businesses in the clean industry sector are a smart choice. Find out where some of them are.