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| HARFORD COUNTY TECHNOLOGY... Harford
County is attracting a growing base of Fortune 500 and high-tech
companies, thanks to a business environment that is rich in
technology resources. At the center of this technology hot spot is
Aberdeen Proving Ground, a technology generator for the region,
attracting R&D industries and private contractors to the county.
In addition, the Higher Education and Applied Technology, or HEAT,
Center offers university courses, advanced education, training and
recruiting resources. The 152 acre HEAT Center campus
includes incubator space and conference facilities featuring
web-based video conferencing and high-speed internet access.
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Regional Market Opportunities:
Within close proximity to:
- 70% of the nation's Pharmaceutical Industry
- 40% of the nation's IT Industry
- 30% of the nation's Biotech Industry
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88 Federal Research Centers
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The Nation's Top Universities
- Maryland ranks number 1 in the nation for percentage of
professional and technical workers
- Maryland Ranks first in the nation in the rate of high
school completions (95%) defined as the percentage of 18 to
24 year olds who have a high school credential. (The
national average is 85%.)
Technology Plan:
Harford County Office of Economic Development released a Technology
Development Strategic Plan in 2002 to pursue opportunities in
the local and regional technology community. This
comprehensive plan, one of the first in the State of Maryland,
analyzes Harford County's unique strengths and assets and
provides 83 steps to lead OED in its mission. |
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For more
information regarding numerous technology resources and
incentives, please visit our Business Assistance Guide. |
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