Will the requirements of ISO55000 for multi-skilled asset managers herald the return of the Victorian polymath engineer?

Brunel is regarded as a “polymath” in terms of his wide range of skills and vision. The publication of the ISO 55000 standard for Asset Management defines a wide range of skill and competencies for future AM practitioners. This presents challenges to both individuals, institutions and education establishment. Today´s asset managers must follow in the footsteps - or stand on the shoulders - of yesterday´s great engineers to develop the multi-disciplinary approach to engineering that will really add value to the current business environment.