First, a trained and renewed workforce. Business and industry wants a workforce that is nimble enough to succeed at their job and to understand the kinds of things a community needs and takes pride in as well. Colleges many times can provide a quality product for the same or less money. Third, a variety of delivery times and locations. Business and industry gain access to campus services and equipment, distance learning, different sites and time options.
Successful training is done in more than one delivery mode.
Other value-added pieces for business and industry are areas like basic skills training and language training. Businesses do not have just one set of needs. Many employees need enhancement to their skills, in some cases just a refresher. These kinds of enhancements can be secured at the community college. A significant benefit business and industry derive from a community college partnership is the building of future relationships.