U.K. manager seeks to slay the lack-of-flexibility dragon

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There is a need for greater flexibility in real estate management in the UK, according to HQ Executive Offices (UK) Ltd Director of Operations and Projects Ron Adam. He indicates that there is a shift away from ownership, and that this will continue.

Officials and employees, Interview, Real estate management firms, Adam, Ron, HQ Executive Offices (UK) Ltd.

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Business activity heats up along North American border corridors

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Workers from both Canada and Mexico are crossing into the US in order to boost their income. However, the US is losing some manufacturing activity because labour-intensive assembly operations are attracted to Mexico's low wage costs.

Economic aspects, North America, Labor supply, Labor force, Mexican-American border region

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Skilled, available workers top pharmaceutical site seekers' wish list

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Access to skilled and available employees is a key element in the location decisions of pharmaceutical firms in the US. Other factors include local regulations and the availability of financial, economic and training incentives.

Drugs & Pharmaceuticals, Pharmaceutical and Medicine Manufacturing, Drugs, Pharmaceutical industry, Location

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