The Corporate Relocation Game

The parameters have changed; no longer is saving money the sole motive for corporate America to move.

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June 25, 2002, 5:00 AM PDT

"The corporate relocation game is not just about incentives anymore. Cities, counties, and economic development agencies need more than a good incentive package to attract companies. Corporate America also is looking for a competitive edge, an educated workforce, and access to universities when making decisions to move operations.For example, the city of Irvine, located in Orange County, California, offers no financial incentives, yet the southern California city attracted Ford Motor Corp.s Premier Automotive Group last November."

Thanks to Urban Land Editor

FULL STORY: The Relocation Game

Thursday, June 20, 2002 in Urban Land Magazine

Community / Economic Development United States

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