Texas is widely known as a top business destination for a variety of industries. And while cotton, cattle, and oil may historically come to mind, the versatile state has greatly diversified its economic base over the years.

Currently, Texas’ extensive business portfolio spans not only its flagship industries of petroleum refining and chemical products, but also advanced technology and manufacturing, automotive, aviation and aerospace, biotechnology, information technology, energy, and more.

As with any professional environment, maximizing your employees’ potential and production power is critical to long-term success.

WHY MIDLOTHIAN?

Few things can tell a community’s story better than its business residents’ insights. This is why we created the “Why Midlothian?” series. 

In this series, Midlothian companies share their experiences, observations and impressions about why Midlothian has proven a great fit for their business needs. We hope their stories will inspire you to consider how you can make something great with us in Midlothian.

While many advanced manufacturing workers are fearful for their jobs with the influx of technology in the industry, there are many benefits to be reaped from the addition of automation and artificial intelligence in assembly and production lines. The reality is that the inclusion of new technologies has created efficiency and supply chain possibilities that were previously unimaginable. This Industry 4.0 movement has not only facilitated greater productivity and lower costs, but offers a...

While it’s true that U.S. manufacturing is not what it once was, this is not necessarily a bad thing.

In many ways the future is here. Artificial Intelligence (AI), smart-home technology, and other inventions of science fiction past have come to reality in quick succession, transforming lives and businesses everywhere. However, these changes have also created new problems to solve, and new concerns about technology in our lives. Perhaps the most prevalent of the concern surrounds the future of the workforce.

The new year is barreling forward in Midlothian where rapid growth has become the norm. Located just 26 miles south of Dallas, development in Midlothian is bustling with construction activity ranging from rooftops and retail to restaurants and recreation.

Perhaps most visible is Weber and Company’s Midlothian Towne Crossing retail development located just south of Highway 287 near the city’s conference center and recently opened Courtyard by Marriott.

Excitement was high in late November...

There are no shortcuts when it comes to manufacturing a skilled workforce for the high-tech automotive, aerospace and aviation industries.

When a business seeks to move or expand, they often focus on access to workforce, quality of life, and space concerns when they consider a new location. While these are all valid reasons for selecting a site, other considerations may be overlooked.  Perhaps the most commonly overlooked factor is access to and quantity of resources. While it can be easy to favor a site for its proximity to a major city, transit, and strong labor, if the area is resource-stressed, it can be harmful to a...

From the outside, Texas hardly seems like the sort of state that would have an abundance of alternative energy resources and infrastructure. However, despite its reputation as an oil-loving producer, alternative energy makes up an estimated 20% of Texas’ generated energy, and has the highest installed wind capacity and 2nd highest solar market. That number is only expected to grow. For example, the cost of producing wind energy has dropped by two-thirds over seven years and Texas is home to...