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The Workforce of the Future Is Taking Shape Today

America’s governors are stepping up to the challenge of growing automation and globalization in the workforce. Recognizing that preparing the workforc...

Mississippi Aerospace

Aerospace and Automotive Shine in Mississippi

Most people know Mississippi for its music, food and Southern hospitality. But the state also is home to burgeoning industries that add millions of do...

How the Aviation Industry Can Benefit from Blockchain Technology

How the Aviation Industry Can Benefit from Blockchain Technology

In the aerospace and aviation industries, one growing area of innovation that has yet to be fully explored is blockchain technology. Experts agree tha...

Aviation is at the Heart of Kansas’ Growing Economy

Aviation is at the Heart of Kansas’ Growing Economy

Kansas may be known for its geographically central location, as a leading producer of wheat and beef, and where freedom-loving pioneers would make a s...

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...