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CONQUERING THE AUTO INDUSTRY’S WORKFORCE WOES Auto industry leaders are getting a handle on what will be required of the next generation of workers to ensure the education system and training providers can assist in filling the pipeline.

INDICATORS

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COVER STORY: AUTOMOTIVE

2010 ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT INDICATORS
Learn the leading states in a number of industry
categories based on new business startups and branch
formations, and the effect on employment numbers.

PUTTING THE SPARK BACK
INTO THE AUTO INDUSTRY
Discover what trends are emerging in the auto
industry as it adjusts to consumer demands,
including the latest in the development of auto
technologies.

GREEN BUILDING AND SUSTAINABILITY PRACTICES

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WHAT SUSTAINABILITY
PRACTICES CAN DO FOR YOU
True measures of successful sustainability practices
include the ability to save money and lower costs.
Two companies realize the viability of the efforts in
their bottom lines.

WHAT’S ONLINE

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SUSTAINING FACILITIES:
RAISING THE BAR
For those wanting to “green” an existing facility,
there are many no-cost, low-cost approaches to take;
learn the five most common sustainability measures.

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MIDWEST UNITED STATES
Running On Empty? Midwest Is
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CANADA’S PRAIRIE PROVINCES Canada’s Prairie Provinces Offer Mixed Bag

*Nine Mistakes NOT To Make As We Rebuild Real Estate

The financial collapse left the real estate industry reeling. Great leaders can help get the industry back on its feet by avoiding mistakes.

Tools Are Cool But Processes Rule Technology takes a back seat to processes.

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