Monday, July 25, 2005
Pittsburgh is one region that has made a concerted effort to move away from its aging industrial base. The transition has not been easy. Despite some innovative real estate development, office vacancy rates continue to be stubbornly low. Here is a good review of what has been happening in physical development. Read more.
At the same time, Pittsburgh has been making important strides in developing a technology-based economic development strategy. In a recent statement, the director of the National Science Foundation points out: "In almost all of the emerging technologies -- biotechnology, nanotechnology and information technology -- Pittsburgh is near the top of the list." Reaad more.
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Some Background on EDPro Weblog
The purpose of this weblog is to help economic development professionals -- EDPros -- keep up with the changes sweeping our profession. Strap on your goggles. It's a whole new game. There are no experts any more. The only place to learn about economic development is from other EDPros who are doing it.
One other point: the prevaling approach (paradigm, if you like) in economic development is shifting from competition to collaboration. There are a lot of reaasons underlying this shift, but here's the important insight: You, your community, and your region will do better by collaborating and sharing information.
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Speaking and workshops on Open Source Economic Development
As the idea of Open Source Economic Development starts spreading, more people are asking about it. Visit the I-Open web site to learn more. My colleagues and I are happy to explain the basic concepts in a talk or a workshop. E-mail Susan Alshuler if you'd like to learn more about workshops and speaking.
Background on Ed Morrison
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The continuing transition in Pittsburgh
