Engineering industry still needs to dismantle its hard attitudes
Women already fit well in the industry, yet deeply entrenched beliefs about them and their roles have not yet subsided
Gender diversity in the engineering industry has come a long way. Once a heavily male-dominated field, engineering firms now recognise the value women bring to the business, and they are making great efforts towards achieving a representative workforce.
Why? Because firms with more women in leadership positions report higher shareholder return on investment and productivity, greater innovation and better products, and higher employee retention and satisfaction. And, it is simply the right thing to do. But while the industry has achieved much, there is still more to be done before we can declare it truly diverse...
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