As I write this month’s column, the holiday season is upon us. The holidays mean different things to different people, but for me, it’s a time to reconnect with friends and family — especially given the past two years dealing with COVID-19. I also find it rather poetic — one year over, and a new one just beginning. It’s a time of reflection and hopefulness.
It’s also a time of strategic planning for manufacturers, contracting business owners and yes, engineering firms. And as you strategize for the year ahead, don’t miss our 2022 industry outlook cover story. Unfortunately, all the problems the plumbing and HVAC industries have been facing in 2021 won’t magically disappear at the stroke of midnight on Jan. 1, 2022. The ongoing supply chain issues and rising inflation are generating a lot of uncertainty about the coming year.