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Friday, September 18, 2015
Our members are, quite rightly, feeling buoyant thanks to a surge in orders and much better future business prospects. However, there are a couple of clouds on the horizon that can't be ignored. The results of the latest B&ES State of Trade Survey showed that the ‘net optimism measure’ has risen to 45% (up from 39% six months ago). Members in all parts of the country and of every size and...
Read MoreThursday, September 17, 2015
Thirteen may be unlucky for some, but as I sit reflecting on my first 13 days as chief executive of the Association, I can’t help but think that I am actually very lucky indeed: lucky to have been appointed to a role where I feel I can make a real difference; lucky to have the full support and backing of my officer team; and lucky to have a team devoted and committed to helping me restore the...
Read MoreFriday, August 21, 2015
Being asked to write a blog on your first day in not only a new role but a new industry is a somewhat daunting prospect. The very able staff at B&ES drafted a thoughtful, accurate and well-researched piece for me to sign that would make an immediate impression on members and staff who could not fail to note the depth of knowledge and insight that this newcomer has already absorbed. But I...
Read MoreSaturday, August 15, 2015
Having been in this industry for over 30 years, I have experienced my fair share of ups and downs, but there is something particularly challenging about the current business cycle, writes Jim Marner. The last recession was longer and deeper than most and, as a result, the inevitable upswing and the accompanying skills shortages are more dramatic than the past. The skills issue is a real threat...
Read MoreMonday, August 10, 2015
So the silly season is definitely in full swing: Newspaper journalists; bloggers and social media pundits have jumped on this year’s daftest headline, which branded office air conditioning as ‘sexist’. Research from the University of Maastricht reveals that temperature settings in UK buildings tend to suit men and not women. Apparently, commissioning engineers still rely on guidance produced by...
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