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E D I T O R ‘ S N O T E
Civil engineering is
essential for the
development and
maintenance of our
society’s physical infrastructure,
including roads, bridges, water
and sewerage systems, power
plants, and transmission lines.
Civil engineers also play a
vital role in disaster relief and
recovery efforts, as they are
often called upon to assess
damage to infrastructure and
develop plans for repairs or
reconstruction.
What is civil engineering?
Civil engineering is a branch
of engineering that deals with
the design, construction, and
maintenance of the physical
and naturally built environment.
Civil engineers are responsible
for creating and maintaining
infrastructures like roads,
bridges, canals, and dams.
They work in a variety of
settings, including private
industry, government agencies,
and consulting firms. Civil
engineering is a demanding
profession that requires both
technical skills and creative
problem-solving.
What do civil engineers
do?
Civil engineers must have a
strong foundation in mathematics
and physics. They must also be
able to communicate effectively
and work well in teams. The field
of civil engineering offers many
opportunities for career growth.
With experience, civil engineers
can advance to management
positions or start their own
consulting firms. They may also
choose to specialize in areas
like structural engineering or
environmental engineering.
Everything you need
to know about civil
engineering
The different types of
civil engineering
There are many different
types of civil engineering.
Structural engineering is
the most common type.
It involves designing and
constructing buildings and
other structures. Geotechnical
engineering is another type of
civil engineering. It deals with
the design and construction
of foundations, dams, roads,
and other infrastructure.
Environmental engineering
is another branch of civil
engineering that deals with the
protection of the environment.
The future of civil
engineering
As our population continues
to grow, so does the demand
for civil engineers. The future
of civil engineering looks very
promising. With advances in
technology, civil engineers
will be able to design and
build even more complex
structures. They will also be
able to use new materials and
construction methods to make
these structures more durable
and efficient. In addition, civil
engineers will continue to play
a vital role in disaster relief
and recovery efforts. With the
world becoming increasingly
connected, civil engineers
will also need to be more
collaborative than ever before.
In conclusion, civil engineering
is a complex but rewarding
field. It is essential for the
infrastructure of any society,
and offers many opportunities
for creative and challenging
work. With the right education
and training, anyone can
become a civil engineer and
make a difference in the world.

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About CBK Hardware
For over one hundred years, a family’s surname has become synonymous with the country’s
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has a regular client network of more than 1,500 industrial organizations, 1,600 traditional
community hardware stores, and 584 home building specialty chains of stores across Luzon
Visayas and Mindanao. This ever-growing conglomerate traces its humble roots to Manila
Chinatown, as a pioneer enterprise started by the family’s patriarch, Mr. Cobankiat, in 1920.
Despite the ruins of World War II, the business got back to its feet in 1948, rebuilding a storefront
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While the Filipinos continued to rebuild their lives post-war, CBK Hardware saw the opportunity
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If you’re interested in a career in engineering but aren’t sure which field to enter,
civil engineering may be the perfect choice for you. As a civil engineer, you’ll be
responsible for the design and construction of public works projects like bridges,
highways, and water treatment plants. In this article, we’ll provide an overview of
what civil engineers do and the skills you’ll need to succeed in this field.
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When it comes to the world of engineering,
civil engineering is one of the oldest
and most well-known disciplines. Civil
engineers are responsible for the design,
construction, and maintenance of our
built environment—from bridges and
dams to buildings and roads. If you’re
interested in a career in civil engineering,
this guide will give you an introduction to
the field, including its history, specialties,
and what civil engineers do on a day-today
basis.
10 things you probably didn’t
know about civil engineering
1. It is a field that deals with the design,
construction, and maintenance of public
works such as bridges, roads, tunnels
and dams.
2. Civil engineers are also responsible
for the planning and supervision of largescale
construction projects.
3. They use their knowledge of
mathematics, physics and hydraulics to
find solutions to problems.
4. Civil engineering has been around for
thousands of years – some of the earliest
examples can be found in ancient
Greece, Rome, early Egyptian and
Mesopotamian.
5. The term ‘civil engineering’ was first
coined in the 18th century by English
engineer John Smeaton.
6. There are different types of civil
engineering, including structural,
environmental, transportation, and
geotechnical engineering.
7. The Great Wall of China, Burj Khalifa,
Stonehenge, the Eiffel Tower, and the
Panama Canal are all feats of civil
engineering.
8. Civil engineers must have a strong
foundation in math and science, as well
as experience with computer-aided
design (CAD) software.
9. A degree in civil engineering can lead
to a wide variety of career options. You
could work in construction, management,
consulting, or teaching, to name just a
few possibilities.
10. The first civil engineer was probably
a woman! Imhotep, an Egyptian architect
who lived around 2600 BC, is often
credited as being the first civil engineer.
However, recent evidence suggests
that it was actually his daughter, Hemetka-Imhotep,
who was responsible for
many of his projects, including the Step
Pyramid at Saqqara.
The origins of civil
engineering
Civil engineering is one of the oldest
disciplines of engineering. It is also
one of the most important, as it deals
with the design and construction of
the infrastructure that supports human
civilization.
The first civil engineer was probably
someone who built a shelter to protect
himself and his family from the elements.
As time went on, people began to build
shelters for their livestock, and then for
storage. Eventually, they began to build
permanent structures like houses and
temples.
The first formal civil engineering program
was established at the University of
Ghent in Belgium in 1817. In the United
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States, the first civil engineering degree was
awarded by Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
in 1835 to four students.
Since then, civil engineering has evolved
to encompass a wide variety of specialties,
including structural engineering,
environmental engineering, geotechnical
engineering, transportation engineering, and
water resources engineering.
In its early days, civil engineering was
very closely related to architecture. In fact,
many famous architects also practiced civil
engineering, including Vitruvius, Leonardo da
Vinci, and Michelangelo.
The work of civil engineers
One of the most important aspects of civil
engineering is designing structures that can
withstand the forces of nature. For example,
when designing a bridge, civil engineers must
take into account the weight of the bridge,
the strength of the materials used, and the
possible effects of wind and water.
Civil engineers are involved in every stage of
a project, from its inception to its completion.
They must first assess the feasibility of a
proposed project and then develop a plan
that takes into account all the necessary
factors such as cost, time, materials, and
labor. Once the plans are approved, civil
engineers oversee the construction process
to ensure that everything is built according to
specifications. After a project is completed,
they may also be responsible for its
maintenance.
Civil engineers are responsible for the
design, construction, and maintenance of
infrastructure projects and systems. This can
include anything from bridges and highways
to water treatment plants and buildings. There
are many different types of civil engineering,
such as structural, environmental,
transportation, and geotechnical engineering.
To become a civil engineer, you will need to
earn a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering
from an accredited university. During your
studies, you will take classes in mathematics,
physics, chemistry, and computer science.
You will also learn about specific topics
related to civil engineering, such as structural
analysis and transportation planning.
Civil engineering in popular
culture
A lot of people are familiar with civil
engineering, thanks to popular culture. Movies
and television shows often feature scenes
with characters working on or discussing civil
engineering projects. For example, James
Franco’s character in Pineapple Express
is a wanna-be civil engineer. While these
examples may not be accurate in real life,
they give people a general idea of what civil
engineering is.
People often think of civil engineering as
being boring or dull, but it can actually be
quite interesting and exciting. There are
always new challenges to face and problems
to solve.
The different types of civil
engineering
There are many different types of civil
engineering.
The most common are structural, geotechnical,
and water resources engineering. Structural
engineers design and analyze the strength of
structures, such as bridges and buildings.
Geotechnical engineers study the behavior of
soils and rocks, and they design foundations
for structures. Water resources engineers
design systems to store, transport, and treat
water.
Other types include environmental
engineering, which deals with the control of
pollution; geotechnical engineering, which
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deals with the construction of foundations; and
transportation engineering, which deals with
the planning and design of roads, railways, and
airports.
The skills you need to be a civil
engineer
Anyone who is considering a career in civil
engineering should have a few key skills. First
and foremost, they should be good at math and
science. They should be able to think critically
and solve problems. They should also have
strong communication skills.
Civil engineers need to have a strong
understanding of physics and mechanics. They
use this knowledge to figure out how to build
structures that are safe and stable. They also
need to be able to use computer-aided design
(CAD) software to create models of their designs.
Lastly, civil engineers should be able to work well
in teams. This is because much of the work they
do is done in collaboration with other engineers,
architects, and construction workers.
The education you need to be a
civil engineer
If you want to become a civil engineer, you
will need to get a five-year degree from an
accredited engineering program. Although a
few jobs may be available for those with only
two-year degrees, most employers prefer to hire
candidates who have completed four years of
study.
Most engineering programs include coursework
in math, physics, and chemistry, as well as
engineering principles and design. During your
studies, you will likely have the opportunity to
participate in internships or co-op programs,
which can give you valuable experience working
on real engineering projects.
Once you have graduated from college, you will
need to pass two exams in order to become a
licensed professional engineer. The first exam
is the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam,
which is taken during your final year of college.
The job outlook for civil engineers
If you’re interested in a career in civil engineering,
you’ve come to the right place. This article will
give you a brief overview of what civil engineering
is and the job outlook for civil engineers.
Civil engineering is the branch of engineering
that deals with the design, construction, and
maintenance of public works such as bridges,
roads, dams, and buildings. Civil engineers are
responsible for making sure that these structures
are safe and efficient.
The job outlook for civil engineers is very good.
In 2018, there were over 300,000 jobs in the
United States for civil engineers. The demand
for civil engineering services is expected to
grow by 11% from 2018 to 2028, which is faster
than the average for all occupations.
There are many reasons why the demand for civil
engineering services is growing. One reason is
that populations are growing and urban areas
are expanding.
The salary of civil engineers
As one of the oldest and most popular
engineering disciplines, civil engineering is
responsible for the design and construction of
some of the most iconic structures in the world.
From bridges and dams to skyscrapers and
tunnels, civil engineers are behind some of
humanity’s most impressive feats of engineering.
If you’re interested in a career in civil engineering,
you’ll need to have a strong foundation in math
and science. You should also be prepared
to work long hours, as many civil engineering
projects require round-the-clock supervision.
But the hard work is worth it—civil engineers
have a median salary of $86,640 per year.

The benefits of being a civil
engineer
As our world progresses, so does the need for
individuals who can help design and build the
infrastructure that makes our lives easier. This is
where civil engineers come in. Civil engineering
for beginners can be a great way to learn about
this field and decide if it is the right fit for you.
There are many reasons why someone might
choose to become a civil engineer. For starters,
it is a well-paying profession. According to the
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median
salary for civil engineers was $86,640 in 2018.
Civil engineering is also a stable profession
with good job prospects. The bureau projects
that employment of civil engineers will grow 11
percent from 2018 to 2028, which is faster than
the average for all occupations.
If you are thinking about becoming a civil
engineer, know that it is a demanding but
rewarding career. You will need to complete at
least five years of undergraduate studies before
you can become licensed.
The challenges of being a civil
engineer
A career in civil engineering can be very
rewarding, but it is also challenging. Here are a
few things to consider if you are thinking about
becoming a civil engineer. First, civil engineering
is a demanding profession. It requires several
years of schooling and on-the-job training.
You will need to be able to handle complex
mathematical and scientific concepts. Second,
civil engineering is a physically demanding
profession. Much of the work is done outdoors
in all types of weather. You will need to be able
to lift heavy objects and stand for long periods
of time. Third, civil engineering is a high-stress
profession. deadlines and budgets can be tight,
and problems can arise unexpectedly. You will
need to be able to handle stress and keep a
cool head under pressure.
The future of civil engineering
As the world progresses, so does the field of
civil engineering. Newer and more advanced
technologies are constantly being developed,
which means that civil engineers must
continuously update their skillset in order to
stay ahead of the curve. The future of civil
engineering is therefore very exciting, with
many opportunities for those who are willing
to embrace change. One area that is sure to
see a significant change in the coming years
is construction. New methods and materials
are constantly being developed, which means
that civil engineers must be at the forefront of
these changes in order to ensure that they are
using the best possible techniques. 3D printing
is one such technology that is already beginning
to revolutionize the construction industry, and
it is only going to become more prevalent in
the years to come. In addition to construction,
another area that is sure to see changes in the
future is infrastructure.
Conclusion: Civil Engineering for
Beginners
In conclusion, civil engineering is a field that is
essential to society and the built environment. It
is a field that offers many opportunities for those
who are interested in pursuing it. This guide has
provided an overview of what civil engineering
is and some of the basics of the field. For those
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Preventing Explosions
In Industrial Workshops
Dust and other particles floating
in the air in an industrial
workshop can threaten the
workers’ health. Dust can
trigger various destructive situations,
such as explosions, and significantly
damage the business. If you have not
taken preventive measures in advance,
and some explosion or other accident
happens, and you are found negligent,
then your insurance company may not
cover your loss.
Wood particles are very similar to
grain dust and can ignite explosions,
regardless of how big or small the
workshop is. Even if you have collectors
and vacuums in place, you cannot
always be sure because those vacuums
sometimes leave residual dust around.
For a dust explosion to happen, there
have to be five conditions in place.
Ø There has to be a combustible dust
Ø There has to be a high concentration
of dust in the air
Ø The space has to be confined
Ø There must be oxygen inside
Ø There must be some ignition source.
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What is a dust explosion?
A dust explosion happens as a
result of an explosive mix. When the
explosive mix gets in touch with a
flame or other ignition source, and
there is a high concentration of dust
particles in the air, the dust cloud will
become combustible. A large majority
of powders are flammable, which is a
thing to keep in mind if you own or work
in a workshop.
If dust particles move freely and get
sufficient heat, that will lead to a fire
that will combust instantly. However, if
dust particles are trapped in a confined
area, such as in vents, this will lead
to an explosion that can destroy the
surrounding machinery.
Unlike gas, dust particles are riskier for
machinery and the safety of workers.
The gas dissipates into the air, while dust
particles are much heavier than air when
they mix with other dust particles. If the
collection of particles is large enough
and all conditions for combustion are
fulfilled, that can lead to an explosion.
That is a significant risk to machinery
like saws, sanders, and lathes in places
of wood waste production. Remember
that finer, lighter particles always pose
a more substantial threat because
larger particles are much less likely to
enter into the air again. At the same
time, smaller articles are easily carried
around.
What can cause a dust
explosion?
Sawdust and coal dust can lead
to explosions, but flour, grain,
and aluminum can ignite if certain
conditions are met. The problem is,
most workshops always have at least
two conditions present for an explosion
to happen. There is always oxygen and
dust in the air, and there are always
a few ignition sources. Sparks from
machinery, torches, grinders, cigarettes
are some of the ignition sources present
in workshops.
How to protect the workshop?
One of the top things you can do is
regularly use dust extractors and have
HEPA filters installed on the air filtration
units of the machines. It would also help
if you also had proper room filtration.
Cleaning residual air dust is a must to
ensure there will be no problems in the
workshop. Many business owners use
industrial dust collectors and source
capture units attached to their HVAC
system or multiple capture units close to
the machines. Some also use portable
dust collectors by hanging them down
from the workshop ceiling.
Regardless of the dust type you have
floating around in your workshop, never
take any chances and make sure you
install a good combination of HVACbased
units, portable units, and source
capture to ensure the air is clean at
all times. If there is no dust in the air,
there cannot be an explosion. That will
secure your peace of mind that your
employees are protected, and there will
not be any fines for meeting the safety
standards.
Always take necessary measures to
protect the business you have worked
hard to build. Remove dust regularly
and do not take any chances, even if
it does not seem problematic at first
glance. Ensure the dust collectors you
bring to the workshop have proper
filters that prevent larger particles from
clogging the HEPA filters. That will save
you money and will extend the HEPA
filter’s life.
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The global civil drone market
is expected to grow US$
21.62 Bn in 2027
The global civil drone market
accounted for US$ 6.56 Bn in 2018
and is expected to grow at a CAGR
of 14.3% over the forecast period
2019–2027, to account for US$ 21.62 Bn in
2027. The factors that are driving the growth
of the civil drone market include the precision
agriculture and mining industry that are to
ensure civil drones formidable growth rate.
Further, drone technology is creating new
opportunities for power and utilities sector,
thus, expected to drive the civil drone
market. However, the operational safety and
data security are some of the major concerns
hampering the market growth, and also,
legal regulations to be the prime restraining
factor of civil drones market. In spite of these
hindering factors, civil security services
in smart cities to benefit from the usage of
drone is anticipated to provide significant
opportunity platform for the growth of global
civil drone market. Some of the leading
players in civil drone market are highly
focusing on strategic market initiatives to
enrich their product capabilities as well as to
expand their geographical presence across
the globe. This, in turn, is contributing to the
growth of the civil drone market.
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The global civil drone market is segmented
on the basis of type, platform, application,
end user and geography.The type segment
in civil drone market comprises of fixed wing
and rotary wing.
The platform segment of civil drone market
analyzes of hardware, software, and service.
The application segment of civil drone
market include aerial photography, surveying
& mapping, inspection, and others.
The end users of civil drone market covers
agriculture, real estate/infrastructure, energy
& power, and others. Geographically, the
civil drone market is categorized as North
America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East &
Africa, and South America.
The spending on the civil drone is quite high
in both developed and developing regions
such as North America, Europe, and the
Asia Pacific.The demand for the civil drone is
expected to grow further during the forecast
period of 2019 to 2027.
Rising digitization and positive economic
outlook are some of the major macroeconomic
factors driving the growth of the civil drone
market.The civil drone is turning more into the
global business, and various large players
can offer civil drone globally.
Presently on a global scale, industry verticals
such as agriculture, real estate/infrastructure,
and energy & power are the major
contributors in civil drone spending. In 2018,
North America held the leadership position in
the civil drone market with a highest market
share of the overall civil drone market.
Asia Pacific and the Europe held the second
and third position in terms of civil drone
market share.
The overall civil drone market size has been
derived using both primary and secondary
source.The research process begins with
exhaustive secondary research using internal
and external sources to obtain qualitative
and quantitative information related to the
civil drone market.
It also provides the overview and forecast
for the global civil drone market based on all
the segmentation provided with respect to
five major reasons such as North America,
Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and
Africa, and South America.Also, primary
interviews were conducted with industry
participants and commentators in order to
validate data and analysis.
The participants who typically take part in
such a process include industry expert such
as VPs, business development managers,
market intelligence managers, and national
sales managers, and external consultant
such as valuation experts, research analysts
and key opinion leaders specializing in the
civil drone market. Some of the players
present in civil drone market are 3D Robotics,
Inc., Aerovironment, Inc., Aeryon Labs, Inc.,
Drone Volt, ECA Group, Insitu, Inc., Intel
Corporation, Parrot SA, Precisionhawk Inc.,
SZ DJI Technology Co., Ltd and Yuneec
International among others.
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The global digital map
market size is projected
to grow USD 29.4 billion
by 2024
The global digital map market size
is projected to grow from USD 13.9
billion in 2019 to USD 29.4 billion
by 2024, at a CAGR of 16.2% from
2019 to 2024. A significant growth driver for
the market is growing adoption of mobile
computing devices for navigation, wide
adoption of 3D platforms, and advanced
technologies for surveying and digital mapmaking
In vertical segment infrastructure development
and construction segment to hold a larger
market size in 2019 Digital map solutions
play an essential role in the construction and
engineering companies, as they support all
phases of the infrastructure life cycle.Also,
these solutions help construction engineers
manage and share data, generate reports,
and visualize territory data, which can be
analyzed and communicated to others.
Digital maps help increase safety measures
and reduce the maintenance costs of the
network. For instance, London created a
digital map of the underground infrastructure,
including gas and water pipes along with
electricity and telecommunication cables,
which helps safeguard workers’ lives and
reduce the cost of damages to utilities, such
as pipes and cables.
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• By Mapping type, indoor mapping to register
a higher growth rate during the forecast period
Indoor mapping is deployed primarily for big
complexes, such as hospitals, residential
areas, townships, shopping malls, and
warehouses.The methods and techniques
used in indoor location applications enable
accurate 2D and 3D mapping, and navigation.
Vendors have started deploying digital maps
for indoor infrastructures, due to the growth in
concentration in smart city infrastructures and
the surge in enhancing the digital experience.
Asia Pacific (APAC) to register
the highest growth rate during
the forecast period
The APAC digital map market is experiencing
a disruptive growth, owing to its rapidly
growing number of internet subscribers and
consumption of internet over smartphones and
other portable devices. The market is expected
to grow at an even higher rate than present
due to the ever-increasing consumption of
content in major APAC economies such as
China, India, Australia, Japan, Singapore, and
Hong Kong are the major contributing factors
for the growth of the digital map market in this
region. Moreover, the massive growth in the
agriculture, oil, and gas, and Other natural
resources industry have fueled the growth
of Digital Map market, making APAC one of
the fastest-growing regions in the Digital Map
markets
• By Company Type: Tier 1 – 35%, Tier 2 –
45%, and Tier 3 – 20%
• By Designation: C-level – 35%, D-level –
25%, and Others – 40%
• By Region: North America – 45%, Europe –
20%, Asia Pacific – 30%, RoW – 5%
Major vendors offering content delivery
network solutions include Google (US),
TomTom (Netherland), Esri(US), Here
(Netherland), Digital Map Products Inc.
(US), Nearmap(Australia), Magellan(US),
Apple (US), Mapquest (US), Intrix (US).,
Yahoo(US), AutoNavi (China), MapWise
(France), Jibestream (Canada), Indoor Atlas
(Finland),and Mapillary (Sweden). The study
includes an in-depth competitive analysis
of the key market players, along with their
company profiles, recent developments, and
key market strategies.
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The 4 Areas of Your
Engineering Business You
Should Outsource
This decade is set to be one of
the most interesting years yet
for business, technology, and
engineering. As we all know,
running a business is incredibly difficult
but thanks to advancements in tech and
software it is becoming much easier.
One of the most useful advancements for
business has been the improved ability
to outsource many tasks, thanks to better
forms of communication and the ability
to send money around the world quickly
and safely.
This has allowed many businesses to
go online and find the best freelancer
or organization for individual projects
or ongoing tasks that they do not want
to complete in-house. This frees up a
company’s employees and allows them
to work on more important aspects of
their role. It also saves a business a lot of
money in the long run.
Here are the 4 areas of your
Engineering business you
should outsource.
1. Content Marketing
Marketing was one of the first areas of
a business to be outsourced with many
freelance designers or small creative
agencies working solely online. Now, all
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aspects of marketing can be outsourced
with ease. This can include anything
from design, copywriting, strategy, SEO,
advertising, and content creation.
Marketing is absolutely essential to
any business that wants to succeed in
2020. It is imperative that businesses
develop their brand, build a rapport
with their customers, and market their
latest products/services in the best way
possible. Without a solid marketing plan,
over 35% of businesses fail.
A modern business can not deny the
importance of marketing. However, the
internet is now making it easier than ever
to go online and find the perfect marketing
freelancers and agencies with the click of
a button. If you need a specific project
completing like web design you can find a
professional freelancer with tons of proven
experience on Fiverr at a decent rate.
Those in need of a full marketing solution
can find a digital marketing agency who
can manage everything you need from
brand awareness to email campaigns all
via Skype and email.
This flexibility allows a business to save
serious amounts of money from their
marketing budget without sacrificing any
quality in your marketing performance.
2. IT Services
The days of implementing large and
expensive in-house IT departments are
over. Now, with the help of the improved
connectivity of people via the internet, all
your IT support needs can be handled by
an external IT solutions company.
This has a many benefits for a business.
First, it saves the business a small fortune
that would usually be spent on paying
a large number of IT staff in-house.
Second, your IT team can now spend
their precious time on helping to build
your business through innovative new
hardware and software solutions. Finally,
your business saves tons of time which
would otherwise be spent dealing with
IT issues in-house freeing up everyone
to concentrate on their own work and
avoiding any implications between inhouse
staff.
Now, full IT support can be had at the
click of a button or a simple phone call.
IT support companies usually offer 24/7
support for your staff using the best
trained IT personnel available who all
boast the latest in IT certifications and
training. No more hefty expenses or time
lost when you need to re-train your inhouse
IT support.
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3. Accounts
Not all business need a full accounting department, especially small businesses. Outsourcing
your accounting needs has a myriad of benefits for business owners and their team. Let’s
face it, most of us don’t enjoy the task of accounting as it takes up so much of our times and
induces so much stress among team members.
So, why not outsource your accounting needs to a freelancer or accounting firm? Let them
handle all the stress and pain in balancing the books or tracking expenses so that you and
your team can focus on your own roles. Outsourcing your accounts saves you money also
eliminating the need to hire full-time accountants that are not needed on a 9-5 basis. You can
use your outsourced accounts team only as and when you need them and only pay them for
that time.
You can also help to reduce fraud by hiring a CFO who is trained to investigate any unusual
activity. As a small business, you usually wouldn’t be able to hire a full-time CFO, but when
you outsource you can hire a CFO part-time to watch out for unusual activity.
Finally, when you hire a specialised accounting firm you are hiring a team of experts in their
field. You aren’t required to train them or pay for the latest certifications. This is all handled by
the third-party accounting firm This saves you money, time, and ensure you are always getting
the best accounting service possible.

4. Virtual Assistant
A virtual assistant is relatively new concept that has been taking off around the world. Rather
than hiring a full-time in-house assistant, you can now hire an expert virtual assistant who
works remotely and only works the hours required to complete your tasks. Almost like a payas-you-go
assistant. This saves money, time and ensures you are getting a great assistant.
With modern technology, it’s simple for a virtual assistant to stay on top of your every need.
They can communicate through messenger services, emails, Skype, Slack, Teamwork or
whatever system you prefer. Scheduling, bookings, meetings, data input and more can all be
completed from a remote desk by your virtual assistant.
Having a virtual assistant or more in different time zones can also help you to offer your clients
a 24/7 service making your business always open and ready to take new orders, information,
meetings, and invitations. You can also scale your assistant needs up and down as necessary
with no contracts or commitments in place.
The biggest benefit to having virtual assistants is to allow you to create a better work-life
balance for yourself. You no longer need to always be available when your armed with a
number of competent virtual assistants that can handle everything for you while you spend
time with your family or enjoy a round of golf.

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Four Common Payroll
Pitfalls in Engineering
Business
Payroll management in the engineering
business world sounds simple in
theory. However, it’s surprisingly
easy for a growing engineering
business to make payroll-related mistakes,
especially if it doesn’t have robust processes
and systems in place. In some cases, an
error can have serious consequences for a
business, ranging from damaging employee
morale to losses from fraud.
Here are a few of the most common errors
industrial, tech, construction, energy, and
engineering businesses make in managing
their payrolls:
1. Failing to automate your
engineering business
Putting this one right on top of the list makes
sense because poor systems and controls
are the root cause of most of the other payroll
mistakes listed below. If you don’t have an
automated system in place, you can easily
make errors in calculating employee salaries
and deductions, and in recording employee
information and transactional data.
Failing to automate also means the payroll
team spends most of its time on compliance
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and admin issues, when it should ideally
be focusing on helping the engineering
business understand payroll costs, identify
trends, enable better employee experiences,
and provide strategic advice to finance and
management teams.
2. Not putting checks and
balances in place to your
engineering business
Payroll fraud is a major risk for engineering
businesses today and is often discovered
by accident, only after the company has lost
a vast amount of money. Many small and
medium-sized businesses are vulnerable
to payroll fraud because they don’t put
appropriate checks in place. For example,
they often give one accountant or payroll
manager complete access to the payroll
system and company bank account. The
simplest way to prevent most incidents of
payroll fraud is to enforce segregation of
duties in the payroll department. Employees
calculating pay rates and accumulated
hours for payroll should ideally not be the
same people who process the payments.
Different people should have responsibility
for capturing payroll data and for managing
access to the system as well as adding
and removing employees from the payroll.
Yet another person could be tasked with
checking whether the numbers add up.
3. Poor control over leave days
It can be all too easy to lose track of leave
days if an employee takes leave without
proper authorisation. The likely outcomes of
such irregularities can be that an employee
benefits from extra paid leave or loses
leave days due to errors in data capture,
or that their available leave payment may
be inaccurately calculated when they
resign from the company. Other issues may
include two critical team members applying
for and having their leave approved at the
same time, when at least one should be in
the office.
An automated payroll system allows you to
easily process leave applications. It enables
you to manage leave administration,
enforce company-specific leave policies
and ensure the records are accurate. You
can also introduce the employee selfservice
mechanism to streamline leave
applications and approvals for employees
and managers.
4. Travel allowance pitfalls
Reimbursements and allowances for
employee business travel are a minefield
if you are not prepared. A travel allowance
is a regular monthly amount the employer
pays an employee to compensate them for
travel in either a privately-owned vehicle or
for industrial, construction, technology and
energy engineering business related air
travel.
It is better to persuade team members to
opt for reimbursements rather than travel
allowances simply because they are easier
to understand. Once again, an automated
payroll solution will do the calculations for
you and help capture the right data using
the correct categorisation.
Final Words from an Engineer
There is no reason today for payroll to be
a headache or a distraction. Suitable tools
can help you take care of most of the red
tape so you can focus on vital areas of the
engineering business, such as growth,
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What to Expect from an
Engineering Consulting
Firm
There almost always comes a time
when utilizing a consulting firm will be
a necessity for a business, whether
it’s for marketing information, strategy
advice, or certain skills that don’t exist in the
organization. Consultants can provide solutions
for a wide range of issues businesses face,
which is why the U.S. consulting market has
continued to grow - in 2018 it was estimated to
be a $68.5 billion industry.
There are different types of consulting firms,
such as an economic consulting firm, a
general business consulting firm, a technical
engineering consulting firm, and a legal
consulting firm, with expert consultants
bringing different ideas to the table. They
often work with clients on planning, strategy,
and problem solving, perhaps helping a
business owner develop a particular skill and
knowledge. They may assist in the creation of
marketing plans, determine which marketing
techniques will work best and how to use them,
or help to design a business model.
What can you expect when you
hire an engineering consulting
firm?
An Outsider’s Perspective
Getting a different perspective from an
outside eye can make the difference in solving
problems, the same way it can when dealing
with life situations such as whether or not to take
a new job. Oftentimes, a business owner has
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an idea on how to solve a problem, but wants
to make sure that their thinking is correct. Or
they may be too close to the challenge that
they miss the obvious answer. Getting the
opinion from a consultant who has worked with
many different businesses, possibly having
worked through the same or a similar problem
before, can provide a new perspective based
on that previous experience, bringing new
and innovative ideas to the table.
Industry Experience and
Knowledge
When choosing an engineering consulting
firm, it’s important to choose one with a
consultant that has experience in your
industry, with in-depth knowledge of what
you do and specific challenges you might be
facing. Beyond knowledge of your industry,
the best consultants should take time to know
your business inside and out, often by making
various assessments and through informal
discussions. They’ll also analyze the results of
any assessment in order to provide you with
a list of any areas of weakness to target for
growth, along with strengths.
Bring Out Your Best Leadership
Skills
The engineering consultant you work with
should help you improve your leadership
skills, not by telling you what to do, but by
guiding you to make better decisions by using
their expertise combined with your personal
strengths. A truly good consultant will be able
to sense when it’s the right time to provide
encouragement or help you obtain a better
by asking various questions.
A Strategy
Expect your engineering consulting firm to
provide you with the best possible strategy
to improve your business based on their
observations, assessment, and your input.
That should include measurable goals that
can help monitor improvements.
Achieving Measurable Results
Expect to achieve measurable, positive
results based on your business goals by
hiring a good consulting firm. While success is
highly unlikely to happen overnight, it should
be clear to you that you’re going in the right
direction. If not, you may need to cut ties and
find an engineering firm and consulting more
suited to your needs.
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The Most Important
Features Your
Engineering Website
Needs
Whether you’re launching an engineering business or have decided to go freelance,
you need a website that gives clients a place to learn more about who you are
and what you do. Because engineering covers such a broad spectrum, from
software to mechanics and far beyond, it’s vital to establish what type of engineer
you are as quickly as possible. With a website, you can make this possible, but what else
should you include?
Fast Load Times
No one wants to sit around and wait for a website to load. Studies have shown that the
average person will wait just three seconds before clicking away. Therefore, you must ensure
your website is as quick to load as possible, keeping visitor’s attention.
However, website speeds can be tricky. The more images and information, the slower the
site will be overall. To combat this, you’ll need to look into the best software advancements
that will maintain your website speeds and maintain interest.
A Piece Of Your Mind
It’s not enough to simply list your services and hope that people will get in touch. You need to
show visitors that you know what you’re talking about. As engineering is more of a specialist
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subject compared to other businesses and
industries, proving your authority is a must.
Blog posts and content, such as videos or
infographics, are a superb way to engage
visitors and show them you know what you
are talking about. Besides this, it’s also the
best way to drive traffic and attract new clients
without spending a fortune on marketing.
Because you have all of this knowledge and
insights already, you’re essentially marketing
our business for free.
A Strong Portfolio
You also cannot rely on a shiny, attractive
website to convince visitors to seek your
business. With engineering being such a
competitive industry, you must show evidence
that you have enough experience to be trusted
with potential projects.
This is why a portfolio of your past projects
is so important. A portfolio can act as a
visual resume, backing up any claims you
make about success with previous clients
and giving potential clients an idea of what
to expect from you. You can put as many or
as few examples as you like, but it’s always
advised to select the projects you are most
proud of alongside those that are the most
successful.
Automatically Updated
Information
Creating a website that also acts as a hub for
engineering information could also benefit
you, especially when you’re trying to stand out
from the crowd. There are plenty of options
to consider, but it’s important to choose the
information that visitors would be interested
in.
Depending on the type of engineering you
specialize in, using aggregators to highlight
the latest developments or keeping up to date
with the stock marketing using alternatives to
Yahoo Finance API can add essential value
to your site, giving you the edge that others
neglect.
Engineering the Best Website
A good website is not built overnight. However,
if you have experience in software engineering,
you can design and maintain a dependable
and attractive website all by yourself. If your
engineering tablets lie elsewhere, get in touch
with a professional web developer to ensure
your site stands out.
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4 Grant Management Benefits
for Engineering & Industrial
Companies
For many non-profits and research organizations, grants are the only way to secure
funding for construction and engineering projects and growth. As a result, securing
these grants becomes extremely important, essentially a required step for the industrial
and technology driven organization to survive and grow. Since grant management is so
important to these organizations, any tools that can aid in the process are extremely valuable.
So what are the best tools to help you with securing and managing your grants? Here are four
beneficial tools to use in your grant management efforts.
Editing Software
An extremely beneficial tool that you can use in your grant management efforts is editing
software. Writing and creating grant proposals and acceptances are absolutely vital in the
grant management process. You need to be able to illustrate why you need the funding from
the grant and persuade others to actually provide you with the grant. In addition, you need
to be able to write compelling acceptance letters that accurately portray your gratitude and
establish relationships that your organization will rely on in the future. In order to do this well,
you need to ensure that your writing is free of spelling and grammar mistakes. While editing
these projects yourself can work, there’s always a chance that something slips through the
cracks, and that’s where editing software can come in. Editing software can ensure that your
proposals are perfect, fixing the mistakes that were made from human error.
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Budgeting Software
Budgeting is an extremely important part of grant management. If you’re going to secure a
grant, then you’ll need to illustrate exactly how you’ll use the finances provided from the grant to
better your organization. In order to do this properly, you’ll have to create a budget that uses all
of the funds allocated from the grant effectively and efficiently. During this process, budgeting
software can be a huge help. Rather than computing the budget by hand, budgeting software
can be a huge help in allocating funds efficiently. As a result, budgeting software can be a
huge help in the grant management process.
Management Software
When undergoing grant management, you’re going to need to keep track of a lot of data.
You need to track exactly how much you’re spending and what you’re spending it on. In
addition, you need to ensure that you’re tracking various metrics on how your organization’s
performance is improved or affected by the implementation of the grant’s funds. Tracking so
much data can be tedious, which is where data management software like Microsoft Excel can
come in. Here you can neatly organize all of the data and metrics that you measure, and can
later easily implement them into the reports that you need.
Reporting Software
Whether you’re focusing on federal grant management or private grant management, you’re
going to have to create lots of reports on your organization’s progress. Many grants require
monthly reports to be due on set dates, as they want to ensure that you’re adequately using
the funds provided. These reports will take the metrics that you previously have installed and
present them in a neat and easy-to-follow manner. Reports are critical to your organization’s
success, and as such any help that you can get in creating them is welcome. There is lots of
software out there that can help with the writing and creation of reports, helping you stay on
track with the grant management process. If you want to stay on top of the grant management
process, then effectively using reporting software is a key tool that you need to master.
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Do You Have What It
Takes To Be A Chemical
Engineer?
This is your quick guide on what it takes to be part of this very competitive field.
Not everyone can become a chemical engineer. Considered as one of the hardest
engineering courses, it’s no surprise that they receive one of the highest annual wages
around the world. Not only do they apply chemistry and engineering concepts in their
profession, they also have to deal with biology, physics, economics and mathematics
to mass produce different products we use everyday.
Chemical engineers are crucial in a lot of manufacturing industries. They are the ones incharge
in designing processes and identifying which equipment and devices should be
used for large-scale manufacturing of products. Some of them are involved in research and
development of products that can be used for more efficient and effective manufacturing.
Aside from tasks dealing with manufacturing processes, they’re also in-charge in making sure
safety and environmental regulations are met and production costs are handled well. That’s a
lot of jobs very crucial to companies.
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But what does it take to be a chemical engineer?
One must obtain a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering – that’s 4 or 5 years of intense
studies of chemistry, physics, mathematics and engineering courses. Internships are usually
required from students to finish the program. This will help them get an idea what kind of job
they’ll be experiencing as soon as they enter the industry. Getting a professional license is
necessary for those interested to advance their careers in the field.
Since chemical engineers work with other engineers and production workers, they must
develop their interpersonal and organizational skills. They also need analytical and problemsolving
skills. Creativity is also required from chemical engineers since they have to find
innovative ways to produce goods in the most efficient ways there are. Later on in their
careers, chemical engineers are in-charge in supervising their teams of engineers and
technicians in different companies. These companies come form different industries such
as energy, food and beverage, electronics, clothing, technology and nanomaterials.
Chemical engineers don’t only work in offices and laboratories. They get to travel a lot.
Depending on the company they work with, they spend a lot of time inside industrial plants
or refineries to help oversee production. These plants can be based locally or outside the
country.
There are health risks in the job, though.
Since chemical engineers are exposed to different chemicals and huge machines and
devices, they are exposed to health and safety hazards. So, be careful!
With great responsibility, does it mean they earn more than other
engineers?
That depends on the company a chemical engineer is employed at. According to the US
Department of Labor, the median annual wage of chemical engineers is over $96,000. The
minimum annual wage a chemical engineer gets is reported to be around $60,000. The
highest annual wage reached around $156,000. Not bad at all.
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