SAIMC Industry Employers and Corporate Engagement Survey

After several decades, the Society for Instrumentation, Automation, Mechatronics & Computer Engineering (SAIMC) is repositioning in the marketplace to align with global Digital Transformation, Sustainability, and Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM) Skills Shortage.

Collaborate with SAIMC to build a pipeline of future-ready, employable professionals who are trained to meet your evolving needs. Our programs support your transformation goals by developing talent that is innovative, ethically grounded, and committed to driving sustainable impact in your organization and the broader industry.

Please help us gain insights into your perspectives on the matter by completing the following short positioning questionnaire.

Should you wish to participate in our prize draw (R 5 000, R 3 000 and R 1 000) on 30 November, you need to add your email address at the end of the survey.

Section 1: General Perception

1.I am aware of SAIMC and its role in the engineering and automation community.

2.I believe SAIMC can help my organization develop future-ready professionals.

3.I am interested in collaborating with SAIMC programs and initiatives.

4.My organization does not do "Engineering Work" as defined by the Gazetted IoEW(Required.)

Yes

No

I do not know

Section 2: Interest in Offerings

How likely are you to support the following SAIMC offerings?

5.Talent acquisition through SAIMC’s network

6.Co-branded training academies and custom CPD programs

7.Brand visibility at national events and publications

8.Influence on policy and standards development

Section 3: Program-Specific Engagement

9.Which of the following SAIMC initiatives are you most interested in? (Select all that apply)

Co-branded Talent Pipelines (Internships and apprenticeships with a focus on transformation)

Sustainable Innovation Labs (Joint R&D with a focus on ESG)

Diversity & Inclusion Metrics (Support for inclusive hiring and leadership development)

Section 4: Skills and Development

10.I feel confident in my organization’s ability to attract and retain future-ready professionals.

Not confident at all

Slightly confident

Somewhat confident

Confident

Very confident

11.My organization would benefit from additional support in the following areas: (Select all that apply)

Talent acquisition strategies

Co-branded training programs

Brand visibility and marketing

Policy and standards development

Other (please specify)

Section 5: Final Thoughts

12.Would your organization be willing to sponsor or support SAIMC initiatives?

Yes

No

Maybe

13.What would increase the likelihood of your organisation engaging more with SAIMC? (Optional)

14.Please share any suggestions or expectations you have for SAIMC’s industry programs:

15.Your email address (optional but required if you would like to be entered into the draw)