The Canberra chapter began the year with a case study presentation by Wayne Francisco from GHD, and the AGM. Wayne had the challenging project of introducing asset management to MTA Bridges and Tunnels in New York City. This journey began in 2007 and is still ongoing, but Wayne highlighted a number of hurdles and traps that organisations can encounter on the way to achieving a mature asset management system, not the least of these is what to do when the company has a change of management and the inevitable restructure.
Also of great interest was Wayne’s description of New York’s corporate culture and how he handled it. Interest was high and we ran out of time well before comments, questions and conversation.
Wayne was kind enough to provide a copy (subject to copyright) of his presentation to the AMcouncil which can be downloaded at the following link: (Content available for members only. To see our affordable membership options, visit here).
– Starting from Scratch – Getting Started on an Asset Management Journey
The evening was rounded off with a report on the activities of 2019, and the election of the incoming committee. We are pleased to announce the 2020 incoming committee:
- Chair: Ryan Chenery
- Assistant Chair: Mike Schulzer
- General Committee members:
- Alex Wilson
- Wayne Francisco
- Solomon Ecundayo
Unfortunately Brett Morrison couldn’t serve again this year due to work commitments, however we would like to thank him for his service in previous years, and look forward to his return. Mike Schulzers wishes to thank the previous committee for their support, as do we thank Mike for his effort in chairing the chapter. Welcome back Alex for another season on the committee, and welcome to new committee members, Wayne and Solomon. Finally, we would like to congratulate the new chair, Ryan, who has our full support and confidence.
