By: Jim D’Aloisio, PE; Klepper, Hahn & Hyatt – jad@khhpc.com
The profession of engineering is unique, and the business of engineering practice is different in fundamental ways from other enterprises. Yet it is practiced within the realm of for-profit and governmental entities who follow rules other than the standards that engineers are obliged to follow. This can create conflicts of values that engineers would do well to consider. Let’s explore.