Posts by ericg
Commentary: Modular construction is the disruption Mass. housing needs
What’s needed is alignment across government, industry, and communities to remove unnecessary barriers to modular construction. Read More
Read MoreBuilders draw attention to the ‘missing middle’ in Boston-area housing
Boston’s high construction costs force developers to choose between luxury units or subsidized housing, leaving middle-income residents with few options in one of the nation’s most expensive markets. Read More
Read MoreReport: Income tax cut might not hurt state revenue as much as claimed
A proposed ballot question would cut Massachusetts’ personal income tax rate. A Pioneer Institute report suggests it might not cause as drastic a reduction in state revenue as critics argue. Read More
Read MoreEmployees are embracing a defense mechanism as AI concerns mount
Amid rising concerns about the impact of AI on the workforce, many employees are embracing a strategy to cement their job security — but it could pose a challenge for companies. Read More
Read MoreTechHubs program awards millions across 14 Mass. regions
Advanced optics, bioindustrial manufacturing, marine technology, quantum technologies, and robotics are the industry clusters that will benefit from the program. Read More
Read MoreUKG acquires Tampa hiring tech startup Chattr
UKG acquired Tampa startup Chattr in one of Tampa Bay’s startup ecosystem’s most notable exits this year. Read More
Read MoreTripadvisor cuts staff following reorganization of business units
Tripadvisor is cutting staff after merging its Brand Tripadvisor and Viator, two of its three business units, confirming reports from earlier this week. Read More
Read MoreFAA plans flight cuts at Boston’s Logan airport; delays expected
Traveling is about to get more chaotic. If the government shutdown continues, the FAA will cancel thousands of flights at Logan and many of the nation’s busiest airports starting on Friday. Read More
Read MoreHouston accounting firm opens Boston office
The firm announced the launch of its Boston office at 501 Boylston St. in the city’s Back Bay area. Read More
Read MoreMany federal employees who are furloughed and unpaid are veterans
“When eventually a government turns back on, it expects everybody to roll back in,” says one veteran business owner. “But these human beings have to make a decision and think if this is attractive.” Read More
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