September/October 2009

Trade & Industry Development Magazine

While having a relaxed dinner the other night, my husband and I had another one of our little "dream sessions" - we chatted about some of the things we're looking forward to doing when we retire. One of the things at the top of my (long) list is travel...but with a twist! I would love to make a trip that centers around visiting different manufacturing facilities. To be honest, I really don't care what they're manufacturing; I just find it fascinating to watch all of those machines turning raw materials into finished products.

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In this issue

Still Made in the USA

BY: Linda Dobel

Despite many blows, the manufacturing industry, the “heart and soul of the economy,” is still fighting its valiant fight for strength and vitality. Indeed, the year 2010 is expected to be favorable for the manufacturing sector, with production growth estimated at 2.5 percent, according to Manufacturing Industry Trends, Butler International, March/April 2009. more....

Departments

Insights - Strength in Partnerships

Features

Stimulating the Industrial Sector with Public Funding

A Long-Term Labor Strategy Approach

Casting a Wide "Regional Net"

Outlooks

Still Made in the USA

The Power of Manufacturing

Economic Downturn

FTZ Corporation Helps U.S.-based Businesses Compete in a Global Economy

Special Reports