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Retail Construction Trends 2010 Update: Outside the Big Box

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According to my blog, I said in 2010 we should “Expect to see new innovation in store concepts, especially when it comes to capitalizing on vacated commercial space in prime locations…In 2010, we should see more creative re-use of empty commercial space …”. the new children’s retail concept store opening in Deerfield, Ill.

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Iowa: Moving To The Top Of The Class

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In fact, a 2017 joint report from the Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA) and the Information Technology Industry Council (ITI), found Iowa to be the easiest state for companies to directly purchase renewable energy. INNOVATION DRIVES GROWTH IN QUAD CITIES. New investment and innovation driving the Quad Cities regional economy.

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FEATURE STORY: Logistics Clusters Are Jobs Magnets

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These include transportation carriers of all kinds, as well as warehousing, distribution, third-party logistics services, manufacturers’ operations, retailers and distributers who may have their own distribution centers. Singapore, Rotterdam—the big clusters—this is where you see rapid environmental innovation,” notes Sheffi.

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

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It is what has allowed the organization to attract the variety of businesses that make up their diverse economy—from technology to manufacturing, retail, warehousing, healthcare and more. Currently, I-69 connects to State Route 37, so businesses have four-lane access to downtown Indianapolis and beyond. That’s 3,792 jobs, 6.35

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FEATURE STORY: 2013 Economic Development Awards

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The primary service territory of the organization is Lancaster County and its primary focus is on Business Retention and Expansion (BR&E), Business Attraction, Entrepreneurship and Innovation (E&I) and Community Competitiveness. That research supports the trade shows and targeted retail and hospitality efforts of the city.

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Logistics: No Drivers Needed

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Johnson County, located on Indianapolis’ near south side, is capitalizing on its prime location and welcoming the logistics industry and scores of distribution centers to the area. The comprehensive plan for BNA Vision also will include the expansion of concourse B and D, offering additional retail and dining services to domestic travelers.

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INDUSTRY FOCUS: Points of Entry for Cash-Rich Cargo

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Hendricks County is adjacent to the Indianapolis International Airport’s extensive international air cargo resources, including a FedEx hub and dedicated Cargolux service to Europe. However, its central location, transportation network, and labor resources have proven to be a tremendous benefit to companies that do business globally.