We recently presented the new Strategic Plan of the College of Industrial Engineers of the Balearic Islands.
This strategic plan begins by offering a detailed vision of the economic, social and professional context of the Balearic Islands and the role of the Official College of Industrial Engineers of the Balearic Islands (COEIB). In recent years, the Balearic Islands have experienced significant growth in sectors such as tourism, demography, commerce and construction. Tourism, in particular, has been an engine of post-pandemic recovery, contributing substantially to the region’s GDP.
The COEIB, regulated by various laws, has had to navigate through significant legislative changes, adjusting to new regulations on visas and membership.
Currently, it faces challenges such as lack of purpose, low commitment of engineers and a majority of senior members. Internally, the COEIB offers a wide range of services, including electronic visa, membership, training and a job bank, among others. Most of its members are professionals in free practice, work in public administration, or are employees in companies.
At a global level, engineering is crucial to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. In particular, industrial engineering is undergoing a transformation with the advent of Engineering 4.0, sustainability, new management models, the reorganization of value chains and other technological and non-technological innovations.
The COEIB, through its strategic plan, seeks to adapt to these internal and external changes. The vision is that engineers can assume greater responsibility in the world to come for future generations, so the purpose identified for the school becomes Promote the sustainability and innovation of the Balearic Islands through industrial engineering.
The action plan for the period 2024-2027 includes several programs such as free exercise, training, social club, professional development, representation and advice to the administration. Cross-cutting axes such as management, communication and creation of the knowledge map of the group of engineers are also identified.
This plan seeks to consolidate the role of the COEIB in the professional development of engineers and their integration into society, adapting to the current needs and challenges of the profession and the economic, environmental and social context in the Balearic Islands. It has been a pleasure and an honor to contribute to structuring the future activity of the school, I hope we can see results soon.