With the purchase of Planora Inc. announced July 11, Alpharetta-based logistics software provider RedPrairie Inc. has created a new center for logistical analytics and supply-chain optimization in Montreal. The Center of Optimization Excellence will bring together the...
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Southwest to Support Usher’s New Look Foundation
Southwest Airlines Co. will begin offering travel assistance for aspiring young leaders participating in leadership empowerment programs sponsored by the New Look Foundation, a nonprofit founded by R&B star Usher, the company announced July 11....
Posted inArchive, Economic Development
Job Creation Focus of Danish Delegation
With sluggish job-creation figures in the U.S. and high unemployment rates in Europe, members of the Danish parliament visited Georgia at the end of last month hoping to swap advice on job creation and bilateral...
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Personal Relationships Key to Business in Qatar
As Qatar invests billions of dollars in infrastructure and public works improvements for the 2022 FIFA World Cup, the country needs partners dedicated to long-term relationships and commitments. And to do...
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Growing Israeli Biotech Firm Receives Recognition
For Alpha Omega Co. USA Inc., winning the Eagle Star Award in June was a milestone for the Israeli company’s nearly 20-year journey to bring medical devices into the U.S. Designed to treat neurological...
Posted inArchive, Culture
Spain’s Honorary Consul: Euro 2012 Elation Only Temporary
Momentarily putting aside their concerns for Spain’s high unemployment rate and miserably slow economic recovery, fans reportedly poured into the streets of Madrid Sunday to celebrate their country’s historic 4-0...
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Novelis Completes Sale of Three European Plants
Atlanta-based aluminum manufacturer Novelis Inc. has sold three of its European aluminum foil and packaging plants in a move to expand growth in premium products, the company announced July 2. The move marks...
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Delta to Offer International Wi-Fi Service in 2013
Delta Air Lines Inc. will begin offering Wi-Fi Internet service on international flights beginning next year, the carrier announced June 28. New high-band satellite technology will allow the company to...
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Fulton County Charter School Disputes School Board’s Audit
Fulton Science Academy Middle School is fighting back against an earlier Fulton County School System-backed audit report that alleged the school improperly spent taxpayer dollars with a report of its own. At...
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Coke Makes Rio+20 Sustainability Pledge
Despite the reportedly lackluster result of the Rio+20 summit, the Coca-Cola Co. joined rival soda maker Pepsi Co. in agreeing to set targets on factory water efficiency and has pledged...