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Heterogeneous engineering - The role of the contemporary engineer shaping the ecological and social transition

Heterogeneous Engineering and Mediating Objects: Strategic Leverage for the Engineer of Tomorrow

The role of the contemporary engineer has undergone a profound transformation, requiring engineers to adopt a new framework for conducting their activities and projects. Engineering can no longer be limited to technical expertise alone. The future of organizations lies in adopting a comprehensive approach: heterogeneous engineering, which addresses social, environmental, and technological challenges simultaneously and in an integrated manner.

For engineers, heterogeneous engineering is not an option but a strategic imperative, particularly in the face of the global challenges posed by the ecological and social transition. This approach is the key to achieving the triple bottom line (people, planet, profit), an evaluation framework that is essential...