James Eade BEng(Hons) CEng MIET AMIMechE is a Chartered Engineer who has worked in the entertainment industry for over 20 years, covering most genres including touring, theatre, corporate events and permanent installations. As well as providing engineering consultancy services, he was until recently Technical Editor of Lighting & Sound International where he introduced and developed the technical content of the publication and was also Chair of the annual Industry Innovation Awards. He is involved with various trade associations and represents the industry on many national and international standards panels, particularly BS 7671 and BS 7909. In addition to writing and lecturing, he is still active in designing and commissioning electrical systems and acting in a consultancy role for several rental companies and broadcasters.