Finding the right labor force: critical work for site seekers

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Labor availability, productivity and educational levels are increasingly important variables for corporate site seekers. Economic development groups are emphasizing workforce strengths as their area's primary locational asset to lure these site seekers. The focus on labor force variables as prime requisites for corporate location decisions is expected to continue as America strives to maintain its competitiveness in the global economy. Two other factors lumped with the three variables are usage rate levels and the level of unionization.

Social aspects, Methods, Industrial sites, Demographic aspects, Employee recruitment, Labor supply, Labor force

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Airports: the ultimate site-selection connection

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The importance of having a business location with easy access to an airport so that employees can travel easily and quickly is discussed, with focus on the the expansion of regional airports and improvements in corporate jets.

Economic aspects, Transportation, Workers, Atlanta, Georgia, Access to airports, Airport access

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Help for site seekers: new development programs, services

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The highlights of a survey of organizations helping to attract new businesses to their area is presented, with focus on assistance with funding and worker education.

Planning, Business, Employment, Buildings and facilities, Information services, Municipal government, Edmonton, Alberta

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