Every aspect of business and the government must use some forms of technology to exist. Communities across the United States are finding that their future existence may be directly related to the amount of technology they currently use or plan to create. The smallest communities are fearful that they may not be in a position to compete without some form of technology plan. With the increase in the amount of technology being developed and used, the number of skilled labor to utilize this technology cannot meet the demand.
Many companies report a difficult time finding employees who are trained.
Salaries for those that are trained have skyrocketed. In order to determine needs, an assessment of community technology is important. Alliance members must be used to make this evaluation. Membership All aspects of the community are invited to become a member of the alliance. Community leaders, governmental agencies, industries, manufacturers, educators, health care professionals, the workforce, students and the general public can and should participate.