Survival of the species
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The Royal Institute of British Architects has published the first report of its steering group set up to investigate the future of the profession. The "RIBA Strategic Study of the Profession' recommends that architects should reassess their position in the construction industry and develop new ways of communicating and marketing their services. The steering group's chmn, Frank Duffy believes change is necessary for the profession to survive as tradtitonal demarkations between construction industry professions are breaking down.
Publication Name: Building
Subject: Construction and materials industries
ISSN: 0007-3318
Year: 1992
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Professional institutions in the construction industry will require members to undertake continuing professional development (CPD) from Jan 1 1993. Most professionals will have to prove they have completed a minimum of 20 hours CPD a year in order to retain their credentials. Evidence of CPD is becomming necessary for indemnity insurance, quality assurance and is demanded by many clients. CPD is intended to keep professionals up-to-date and need not be expensive. Firms should develop structured programmes for their staff.
Publication Name: Building
Subject: Construction and materials industries
ISSN: 0007-3318
Year: 1992
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