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Logistics: No Drivers Needed

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In addition to warehouses, autonomous vehicles in logistics can also be found in airports, harbors and yards. Our planning for increased power along with installing the fiber optic lines has been extremely important for our commercial customers,” said Aubin. We have seen the great plans of this group become a reality.

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The relentless growth of e-commerce is producing a corresponding decline in retail outlets, including the “Big Box” stores that have long been a defining feature of our suburban landscape. The investment firm says it’s planning a second multi-story warehouse in San Francisco. topped $111 billion, approximately 8.9

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BUSINESS REPORT: Hat World Puts Expanded Headquarters In Zionsville, IN

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a homegrown Hoosier company, manufactures sports apparel and operates retail stores primarily under the LIDS brand, a familiar mecca for team caps in shopping malls across the U.S. The homegrown Hoosier company, which manufactures apparel and operates retail stores primarily under the LIDS brand, will invest $21.8 Hat World, Inc.,

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State Focus – Arkansas: Expect the Unexpected

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By the BF Staff From the March/April 2016 Issue. With their international headquarters in Siloam Springs, Simmons Foods plans to expand their operation once more with the building of their 75,000-square-foot future Pet Food Ingredient facility. Today, the downtown area thrives with business—both retail and professional.

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Illinois: Unveiling the Future of Digital Design and Manufacturing

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percent are in manufacturing, while nearly 20 percent are in the wholesale and retail sectors. Richelieu has leased a 115,000-square-foot manufacturing facility, and plans to employ 115 people. The airport serves as a resource for business and industry, and is a magnet drawing commerce to the area. Of those jobs, 33.5

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Florida: A Warm Climate For Business Growth

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The state’s favorable business tax structure, government policies and competitive costs make planning for future growth easy. percent in March 2016, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. This key amenity is a boon to homeowners and business owners in several sectors: services, products and supplies, retail and manufacturing.

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Logistics: On the Road, Water or Rails…or in the Air — AGAIN

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By Dominique Cantelme From the May/June 2016 Issue. Its proximity to O’Hare International Airport means that residents and businesses alike have direct, non-stop access to 200 destinations worldwide through 1,400 daily departures. Midwest Airports. billion pounds of cargo landing at the airport. supply chain.

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