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Advancing our time-honored traditions through technological innovation

The Korte Company

And that bold, innovative spirit? For instance, wearables and devices that can track movement could ensure workers avoid restricted zones and don the right safety gear. It’s about education, pilot projects and leaning on our team of tech experts to build an implementation plan that makes sense and fits our values.

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Benefitting kids through human-centric high school design

BD+C

From breakout zones in widened hallways to glass-walled small group rooms, third places support the concept of educating the whole child—socially, emotionally, and academically. These third places are vibrant, comfortable, communal places to share ideas and form relationships.

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Ports And FTZs: Enter With Less Risk

Business Facilities

Foreign-Trade Zones (FTZs) Program was created in 1934 with the goal of helping businesses in the U.S. According to the National Association of Foreign Trade Zones (NAFTZ), in 2014, goods exported directly from U.S. The value of shipments into zones totaled nearly $660 billion, compared with $798 billion the previous year.

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40 Best Construction Podcasts in 2022

Levelset

That’s the guiding spirit behind Construction Genius , hosted by Eric Anderton. With a goal to reduce preventable injuries and deaths, this podcast talks with experts to educate business leaders about OSHA guidelines and best practices in safety. The Lien Zone. Where to listen : Apple Podcasts | Spotify. Construction Genius.

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State Focus: Pennsylvania – Built To Advance

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

Pennsylvania’s universities are world-renowned and include four of the top 50 educational institutions in the nation1. In fact, Careers in 2 Years encourages an entrepreneurial spirit in many of the students. Countries of origin include Austria, Australia, Brazil and Canada. Reliable electric grid. Good management relations.

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INDUSTRY FOCUS: Points of Entry for Cash-Rich Cargo

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

Given that it’s a substantial distance from any coasts or borders, Hendricks County, Indiana might seem to be a surprising place for a Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ). A prime example is the Hendricks College Network, a non-profit linking employers with Indiana’s wealth of educational and workforce development resources.

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LOCATION FOCUS: Kansas – Diversification From The Ground Up

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International companies like Mars, Caterpillar, AMC Theatres, Cerner, Teva, Rubbermaid, Spirit Aerosystems and Cargill all have a Kansas address because they saw the advantages: Competitive financial incentives. Highly skilled and educated workforce. State tax incentives also help with continuing education and workforce training.

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