Johnson Controls: real estate decision support
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Johnson Controls, a worldwide specialist in facilities management, received accolades for its move to develop its database on facilities information. The database initiative at Johnson Controls came about as the need to perform cost benchmark assessments became more important. The workplace database contains information on over 300 mil sq. ft of building space that includes all possible details that customers could ask of the building consultancy service. The database is more accurate, reports are easier to compile and read, and both consultants and clients ar pleased with the results of the benchmarking initiative.
Publication Name: Site Selection
Subject: Real estate industry
ISSN: 1080-7799
Year: 1997
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'NAFTA Highway' called route to economic growth
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Economic development organizations across the US are engaged in cooperative ventures ranging from shared information resource centers to joint promotions. The National Assn.of Development Organizations is currently engaged in six experimental projects to demonstrate the feasibility of cooperation with the aid of the Ford Foundation. The Mid-Continent Highway Coalition, which is calling for the construction of an interstate highway from Canada to Mexico provides another example of cooperation between economic development organizations.
Publication Name: Site Selection
Subject: Real estate industry
ISSN: 1080-7799
Year: 1995
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New governors tackle economic development agenda
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Nineteen states have elected new governors, most of whom promised jobs and economic prosperity for their constituents. The emphasis on development is likely to lead to the establishment of cabinet-level economic development offices in the states. Restructuring of economic development offices is also likely as the new governors appoint development officials who can be trusted to carry out their economic policies.
Publication Name: Site Selection
Subject: Real estate industry
ISSN: 1080-7799
Year: 1995
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