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Does Your Product Have Buzz? Tap into an Online Newsgroup

Thanks to online newsgroups, the term "word of mouth" has new meaning—and new possibilities for learning from the market. HBS assistant professor David Godes teamed with Dina Mayzlin of Yale’s School of Management to research…

A tale of taters and techies -A remote corner of Idaho (Ida-who?) may give Silicon Valley a run for its money

IDAHO FALLS, IDAHO–The 40 miles of Interstate 15 that stretch between the mini-metropolises of Idaho Falls and Pocatello testify to the spud state’s agrarian heritage. The air hangs heavy with the pungent aroma of manure,…

Economic Memo: The state of the region-Only Montana shows hope

At a regional economic conference earlier this month, only Montana, the least populated and industrialized of the states usually included in the Northwest, posted any good news. The Big Sky country, sagging this summer along with everyone else, might be the only state to technically avoid a recession.

Outcome of community involvement is win-win

Through these positive efforts, small-business owners strengthen their own ranks, enhance the quality of life in their communities, and heighten the public’s perception of their businesses. The bottom line: Doing good for others is good for small business.

Cultivating tomorrow’s leaders in our backyard

"We desperately need leaders whose vision is based on strongly held principles that give them the courage to take positions that can cut across the grain, positions that respond to all parts of a community and not just their own self-interest."

Spokane tech firms team up-Itron, Itronix join forces in computer deal

Two Spokane technology companies often confused with one another are back together again in a business partnership. Itron Inc. recently signed an agreement to become the exclusive distributor for wireless handheld computers made by Itronix…

Small wonders-Nanotechnology is the hottest area in research and development

Scientists believe nanotechnology could allow governments and industry to keep the planet livable, by slashing waste and helping provide sustainable food, water and energy.

An E-Commerce Survival Guide 10 ways to help your e-Business Through "Interesting Times".

How do you avoid going belly-up? You may have noticed that things are tough in the E-Commerce world at the moment. Many of the larger Internet companies are struggling – and those are the lucky…

Ranchers still dream of beef processing plant, with new approach

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) – Ranchers in the Dakotas are still chasing the dream of a cattle processing venture, but the chase is taking a different route. Associated Press Billings Gazette The new approach emphasizes developing…

R&D Intensity and Regional Growth: Does a Link Really Exist?

Economic growth in a regional economy can be positively linked to an increase in intensity of industry R&D, according to recent research by Marios Zachariadis of Louisiana State University.

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