Workforce Development
Poll results: Coronavirus, COVID-19 impact on engineers and industry
Coronavirus impact data was collected from March 12 to 17 from visitors to Control Engineering, Plant Engineering, Oil & Gas Engineering, and Consulting-Specifying Engineer websites. Half of respondents’ business have negative effects; half have supply chain problems. Results cover impact on business, company responses, travel, future outlook, government strategies and other topics.
Coronavirus reveals weaknesses, potential opportunities in supply chain
Even in the wake of COVID-19 (coronavirus), manufacturers still need human workers to manage the supply chain. The need for more automation and information is an opportunity for manufacturers.
An evolutionary challenge faces the maintenance function
It involves a mix of people and technology concerns, each one feeding off the other
Increase profits by recycling metalworking fluids
Leaders in the metalworking and metal forming industries understand fluid recycling can have a positive effect on their bottom line
Fostering long-term relationships in the system integration industry
It may take more effort to build a long-term relationship, but it pays off in the long run as the customer views the integrator as a trusted advisor and part of the team.
System integrator relationships key to manufacturers’ competitive advantage
There are many reasons why it’s better to have a deeper, strategic partnership with an integrator that goes beyond an individual project; here are a few.
Attracting and retaining top talent in the system integration industry
System integrator offers a successful approach to attracting, recruiting, training and retaining excellent engineering talent.
System integration in the digital age: Why you need it and how to get the best
System integration has been going on for decades, and it is likely to continue; companies and integrators need to adapt as end users turn to their internal engineering departments.
Three-step retirement plan for engineers
Career Update: A three-step plan can help engineers begin engineering retirement planning with a checklist, looking at employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) details, anticipated spending, choosing a date and revisions over time.
Researchers win grant to study workplace human-robot interaction
Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) researchers have secured a five-year, $3 million National Science Foundation (NSF) grant focusing on research and training related to the adoption of robotic assistants in the workplace.