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Global Market For Smart Cities To Reach $1,265.85 Billion By 2019

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According to the report “ Smart Cities Market – Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends and Forecast, 2013 – 2019 ,” the global smart cities market is expected to reach a value of $1,265.85 during the forecast period from 2013 to 2019. Posted by Heidi Schwartz. from 2013 to 2019. billion by 2019.

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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. By the BF Staff. From the September/October 2017 Issue.

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STATE FOCUS: Florida – Let The Sun Shine

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According to the Florida & Metro Forecast 2013–2016 , published in April by the Institute for Economic Competitiveness (College of Business Administration, University of Central Florida), Florida’s economic future also looks bright. percent); Trade, Transportation & Utilities (3.0 By Dominique Cantelme. percent).”.

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Summer Storms – Wet, Wild, and Dangerous

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Regardless of whether your driving consists of a daily commute to the office, local deliveries to customers, or extended highway transportation services, everyone needs to be prepared when summer storms occur. Tornadoes can travel over 70 mph and given their unpredictability, you may not be able to escape it.

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The next phase of sustainability in luxury hotels

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Both consumers and the corporate sector with respect to business and travel events are putting more pressure on owners and developers than ever before to become more eco-friendly. For example, as hotels look to curating elegant spaces for guests, opportunities arise for energy savings in guest bedrooms using smart building controls.

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Industry Focus: Logistics – Going With The Flow

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SelectUSA states that “A highly integrated supply chain network in the United States links producers and consumers through multiple transportation modes, including air and express delivery services, freight rail, maritime transport and truck transport. logistics and transportation industry totaled $1.33

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STATE FOCUS – Ohio: Slow And Steady

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The addition of the Residence Inn and Eastwood Banquet Center to the Eastwood Mall in Niles will make travelers’ visits to the Valley more convenient and comfortable. Incredibly efficient logistics with rail, interstate, flexible warehousing and freight transportation Agribusiness: Not only growing, but processing and shipping.

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