Staff typically undertake this comprehensive assessment without external assistance. Thus, the firm gets an objective view of its operations from an unbiased third party. The federal government pays up to half the cost of making these improvements, leveraging the company's funds to accomplish more. That way, the firm receives the finest possible assistance at a fraction of the cost. Typical recommendations focus on accounting, marketing, production, quality, inventory management, labor skills and information technology.
All industry sectors are eligible.
Industry sectors range from metalworking and wood products to plastics and electronics. Top of Page May grads join ED profession Three May graduates of The University of Southern Mississippi's master's program in economic development have accepted professional positions in Texas and Iowa. Charles Wood joined the city of College Station, Texas, as Senior Economic Development Analyst. He works with recruitment, retention, tourism, community development and revitalization. He was recently named to the Business Park Board of Directors and the Northgate Revitalization Board.