IDC’s Key Takeaways from Enlit Europe 2023

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This year’s Enlit Europe, which took place between November 28 and November 30 in Paris, attracted almost 12,000 visitors,700 exhibitors from 100 countries and 500 speakers, — proving once again to be a reference point for the European (if not worldwide) utility sector. Sessions on the energy transition (energy efficiency, electrification and decarbonization), flexibility, and … Read more

What stores, restaurants opened in the Kansas City area 2023?

The Babe Standard adds second Kansas City location in Zona Rosa

Area shopping centers added a plethora of new tenants this year, including local brands such as Tabu Knits Boutique, Bumblebee Macarons and Añejo Modern Mexican Cuisine. Zona Rosa added the most local brands, with nine newcomers and more slated to open soon. Chick-fil-A plans to replace former Applebee’s in Johnson County In addition, existing local … Read more

Kansas State, VanTrust to expand Olathe innovation campus

Kansas State, VanTrust to expand Olathe innovation campus

Kansas State University is looking to expand its innovation campus in Olathe in an effort to spur more economic development.  The Olathe City Council approved a real estate contract and development agreement Tuesday with K-State’s Olathe Innovation Campus and VanTrust Real Estate to construct a new office building on nearly 11 acres in the bioscience … Read more

The Dawn of Mass Adoption or AR

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The Benefits of AR for Businesses AR technology can revolutionize the way we work and live. It enriches the traditional work environment and optimizes business processes while providing significant benefits in terms of safety, efficiency, and productivity. By allowing virtual objects and real-time information into the physical world, AR can dramatically expand the user’s access … Read more

Developer submits restaurant plans for old Kmart site in Merriam

Developer submits restaurant plans for old Kmart site in Merriam

The final pieces of a plan to redevelop the former Kmart property in Merriam are starting to fall into place.  Overland Park-based Drake Development submitted plans to the city to construct two restaurant buildings as part of the larger Merriam Grand Station project. Crossroads aims for community improvement district, potential sales tax Having restaurants was part … Read more