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Kansas: Amazon Picks Kansas City for Fulfillment Center

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But most significantly, it is transformative because of the quality employment opportunity Amazon will offer. The investment Amazon is making in Wyandotte County is more than an economic development success, it is also a key component to solving the employment gap” said President of Wyandotte Economic Development Council Greg Kindle.

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Logistics: No Drivers Needed

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A major logistics trend on the rise is autonomous road transportation—no drivers needed. Autonomous forklifts and robot arms load, unload and transport goods within the warehouse area, connecting to one another and forming flexible conveyor belts. which is now the city of Greenwood’s second largest employer. By the BF Staff.

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LOCATION FOCUS: Indiana — More And More Roads Are Leading To “The Crossroads Of America”

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Several ongoing infrastructure upgrades taking place are greatly enhancing transportation in the region, adding to the capacity for businesses to grow. Hoosier Energy’s territory is served by major air transport from three locations, which play a progressively positive role in economic opportunity. For example, 62.2

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State Focus – Indiana: Regional Plans Are Hopping In The Hoosier State

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A robust utility and transportation infrastructure enhances production and transportation of goods in all parts of the service territory. The transportation infrastructure running through Southern Indiana is an advantage for any company. Faurecia was already the third largest industrial employer in Columbus.

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Food Processing: Generating Growth for Good Eats

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The metropolis of Los Angeles was the top food processing location in BF ’s 2015 Metro Rankings Report, earning the number one ranking in our metro Food Processing Employment Leaders category, edging Greater Toronto’s burgeoning food processing hub and the traditional food processing crossroads of Chicago as king of the foodies.

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INDUSTRY FOCUS: The Process of Food

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Food processing also increases the seasonal availability of many foods and enables transportation of perishable foods across long distances, creating more diverse food opportunities. Here are some locations that can help companies cut down on transportation and distribution costs. Genesee County, NY is a Food Processing Hub.

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The Process of Food

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Food processing also increases the seasonal availability of many foods and enables transportation of perishable foods across long distances, creating more diverse food opportunities. Here are some locations that can help companies cut down on transportation and distribution costs. Genesee County, NY is a Food Processing Hub.