By Alicia CruzSenior writer
Theblackurbantimes
Dell, the monster computer maker has announced plans to close its manufacturing plant in Winston-Salem, North Carolina by January. The closure will leave over 800 employees jobless.
The plant opened in 2005 and was offered a lucrative incentives package in the millions if it met hiring and investment goals. The project was seen as a major economic development victory by supporters.
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his is a difficult decision, especially for our North Carolina colleagues, but a necessary one for Dell customers and our company," vice president Frank Miller said in a prepared statement.
Closure begins next month with approximately 600 workers. The remaining layoffs will occur in early 2010.
his is a difficult decision, especially for our North Carolina colleagues, but a necessary one for Dell customers and our company," vice president Frank Miller said in a prepared statement.Closure begins next month with approximately 600 workers. The remaining layoffs will occur in early 2010.
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