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Firms still investing
despite downturn
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A study of architectural and engineering firms has found
that many are looking to invest in new technology and skills despite the downturn.
The report, Thriving in 2010 and
Beyond, surveyed 326 senior people
across these sectors to find out how they are using the economic slowdown to invest, learn and consolidate. The report, commissioned by
software firm Deltek, shows a sector still in shock after the punishing
economic conditions of 2009 and still unsure as to how a new post- boom era will pan out – and where its opportunities lie. About 90 per cent thought
existing practices would need to be more agile to survive – and business skills were rated as more important than design skills in defining the qualities of a top professional. Some 32 per cent of respondents
thought that refurbishment projects to bring old buildings up to current environmental standards could be a major source of future work, while 75 per cent thought the continuing globalisation of the industry was either ‘essential’ or ‘quite important’ for survival. Only 13 per cent said that they
would not be investing in new technology this year.
www.thrivingreports.com See jobs survey feature, page 46
Lighting up 2011
Entries are being sought for the 2011 Young Lighter of the Year competition, organised by the Society of Light and Lighting (SLL). The competition provides
a unique platform for young lighters aged under 30 – whether they be SLL members or not – to hone their presentation skills on a lighting topic of their choice. Prizes include free SLL membership for one year, an undisclosed cash sum, a certificate and a free lighting publication. Entries may be based on previously prepared work and must be capable of being presented in 15 minutes at the final. The deadline for applications
is 21 June 2010. Finalists will present their papers in London on 12 January 2011. For an application form
contact Liz Peck on 020 8772 3622 or email
lpeck@cibse.org
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NICEIC, Field Engineering Manager
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