As manufacturing becomes more high-tech, site selection becomes complex. Communications are critical, which is why 5G infrastructure now tops the list of site selection considerations. The biotech industry has an acute need for well educated workers to support its complex processes. At the same time, industries are looking to shift toward carbon-neutral activities to meet corporate sustainability goals. In this issue, we discuss the evolving framework for site selection in the high tech industries including advanced manufacturing and biotech.
More workers than ever before are seeking employment that allows for working from home or provides increased flexibility. However, with the ongoing labor shortage plaguing manufacturing today, how are employers supposed to address workers’ needs, wants and preferences, while still ensuring they can meet their own goals and maximize their bottom lines? more....