Why Phoenix Is Arizona's 'Valley Of The Sun'

With good infrastructure and and a solid business community, Phoenix has become Arizona's high-tech hotspot.

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February 14, 2001, 9:00 AM PST

"A sparkling example of stellar growth, Arizona's capital shows little sign of dimming. An ample supply of affordable land and an excellent transportation infrastructure have for years made this area an industrial hot spot for distribution, manufacturing and back-office operations. And, while Phoenix may be eclipsed by neighboring California-technology super stars, this "Valley of the Sun" has emerged as a radiating force in high-tech."

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