September/October 2009

Trade & Industry Development Magazine

While having a relaxed dinner the other night, my husband and I had another one of our little "dream sessions" - we chatted about some of the things we're looking forward to doing when we retire. One of the things at the top of my (long) list is travel...but with a twist! I would love to make a trip that centers around visiting different manufacturing facilities. To be honest, I really don't care what they're manufacturing; I just find it fascinating to watch all of those machines turning raw materials into finished products.

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In this issue

Oklahoma IS Advanced Manufacturing

BY: Natalie Shirley

For decades, manufacturing has been one of Oklahoma’s pillars of economic stability and strength. One of the state’s largest and most important business sectors, advanced manufacturing in Oklahoma is cutting-edge, productive and efficient. As the state’s lead economic development agency, the Oklahoma Department of Commerce works to ensure the state’s manufacturing industry continues to thrive and grow. more....

Departments

Insights - Strength in Partnerships

Features

Stimulating the Industrial Sector with Public Funding

A Long-Term Labor Strategy Approach

Casting a Wide "Regional Net"

Outlooks

Still Made in the USA

The Power of Manufacturing

Economic Downturn

FTZ Corporation Helps U.S.-based Businesses Compete in a Global Economy

Special Reports