A Cork based engineering company has been awarded the prestigious CPD (Continuing Professional Development) Accredited Employer standard from Engineers Ireland. Tyco Electronics (Wireless Systems Solutions) received the award following an audit of its lifelong learning practices for their engineering professionals.

The WSS team work on IP-based critical communication systems for public safety, emergency services, homeland security, utility and federal markets as well as the manufacture of two-way mobile technology products and systems. The Cork firm has evolved over the past 10 years and is moving into the area of research and development and new product development.

Commenting on Tyco's achievement, John Power, Chartered Engineer and Director General of Engineers Ireland, said, "The CPD Accredited Employer standard recognises companies and organisations which implement specific continuing professional development policies to support their engineers and technical staff. Professional development has become the keystone for companies to stay ahead of their competitors and to be at the forefront of their customers minds"

Mike O'Flynn, Managing Director with Tyco Electronics said, "As an organisation we have a strong vision of where we would like to go, but it is only through the continued creation, collection and sharing of knowledge that we are able to progress. This award is recognition of the drive of teams and individuals towards engineering excellence and continuous development. We are honoured that Engineers Ireland has recognised our effort and proud of the engineers that continue on this journey".

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