SNAME Opinion Survey




Each month, starting September 1, 2006 we will survey our membership via our SNAMeNewsLetter. There will be one question regarding a general topic of interest to the maritime community or a SNAME benefit or service. Members’ responses will be tallied and reported in the mid-month SNAMeNewsLetter and recorded on this page.

Check back often! Our SOS will continue the success we experienced in our 2006 Member Value Survey and give our members the opportunity to provide input for program and service development as well as strategic direction and industry issues.

Thank you – Look for the SOS, and participate!

 

~ SURVEY QUESTIONS AND RESULTS ~
(page updated 3/13/07)

 

March 2007

Topic: T&R Panels

Have you ever thought about joining a T&R Panel?

  • 75% YES
  • 25% NO

Did you realize that this is a way to share your expertise with colleagues and advance your own knowledge?

  • 78% YES
  • 22% NO

 

January 2007

Topic: Membership Categories

The SOS question last month in regard to membership categories received our strongest response yet to an SOS question!

The SNAME Executive Committee is considering a change to the bylaws that would eliminate the competence and experience requirements that distinguish the different grades of membership: Member and Associate Member. This would essentially reduce our membership categories to Fellow, Member, Affiliate, and Student. Would you support such a change?

  • 68% responding indicated that they would support a change
  • 32% opposed a change

The discussion has sparked much positive reflection on the rigueur of the professional status and education required, as well as an acknowledgement that our stature as a professional society is enhanced by the quality of the membership. Look for more information in future issues of eNews.

 

November 2006

Topic: Digital Marine Technology

With the October 2006 issue of Marine Technology we began testing a new digital format available on www.sname.org and would appreciate your feedback.

  • 29% I read it, and will enjoy the new format
  • 29% I have not seen it yet, but am interested in the digital format
  • 19% I am not interested in the digital format
  • 24% Other

Do you use INGENTA to download your Marine Technology?

  • 42% No, I did not know it was available/am not familiar with this option
  • 58% Other


If you would like to know more about how to access INGENTA, click here.

 

October 2006

Topic: Continuing Education

Have you considered taking the SNAME PERC Course in order to satisfy your continuing education needs?

What is your motivation for taking a Continuing Education Course?

  • 81% Self Satisfaction/Professional Development
  • 44% Professional Licensure Requirement
  • 6% Employer Requirement

Have you considered taking the SNAME PERC Course in order to satisfy your continuing education needs?

  • 43% Yes
  • 50% No

Continuing education is important to your career. To find out more about SNAME’s continuing education programs and the PERC preparation course, visit www.sname.org, or email wmclean@sname.org.

 

September 2006

Topic: Networking

This month the question was about networking for a job or for business. Members reported that as a result of their SNAME membership they …

  • 6% obtained a contract or business opportunity
  • 42% have been hired for a job
  • 42% networked at the SMTC&E and got a job interview
  • 33% networked at a local Section and got a job interview
  • 33% hired an employee

The message: Take advantage of your SNAME membership – advance your career – build your business. This is a great time of year to plan to use the SNAME advantage. Attend SMTC&E in October, reserve your spot at your fall Section meeting, and check out the new Career Center on the SNAME website.