GE to open big tech facility in Michigan

The state of Michigan is mired in a very deep recession, hard hit by the wreckage of the automobile industry. So it must be welcome news that General Electric has announced that it will open an advanced manufacturing technology and software center in Wayne County, about 25 miles from Detroit.

The facility is expected to grow to more than 1,100 employees in the next few years. The center will house scientists and engineers who will develop next generation manufacturing technologies. It will also include experts in software development, data architecture,
networking, business intelligence and program management. 

"To lead in manufacturing and create high-value jobs in the U.S., we must invest in technology and in people," said GE Chairman and chief executive officer Jeff Immelt.

For more on the GE center:
- check out this SiliconValley.com article

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