The Client |
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The client is a well-established bean curd manufacturer based in Singapore, specializing in producing high-quality tofu and bean curd products for both retail and wholesale markets. With over 30 years in operation, the company serves a large customer base, including grocery stores, restaurants, and food service providers.
The client has an impressive operational scale, employing over 200 workers and offering a wide variety of traditional and plant-based food options. Due to increasing demand and the desire to scale, the client sought to automate their production lines to increase throughput, ensure consistent quality, and reduce reliance on manual labor.
The client has an impressive operational scale, employing over 200 workers and offering a wide variety of traditional and plant-based food options. Due to increasing demand and the desire to scale, the client sought to automate their production lines to increase throughput, ensure consistent quality, and reduce reliance on manual labor.
How RIC Helped |
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Grant Secured:
RIC helped the client secure the Enterprise Development Grant (EDG) for factory automation, enabling them to implement a fully automated production system. The grant provided up to 70% funding, amounting to SG$215,000, to support the implementation of automated machinery for food production and packaging.
Scope of RIC’s Consulting and Advisory Services:
RIC scoped and prepared the full project proposal, incorporating:
RIC helped the client secure the Enterprise Development Grant (EDG) for factory automation, enabling them to implement a fully automated production system. The grant provided up to 70% funding, amounting to SG$215,000, to support the implementation of automated machinery for food production and packaging.
Scope of RIC’s Consulting and Advisory Services:
RIC scoped and prepared the full project proposal, incorporating:
- Grant Secured: RIC assisted in obtaining the EDG, securing SG$215,000 in funding to support the implementation of automation solutions.
- Production Line Assessment: RIC conducted a detailed analysis of the current production line to identify bottlenecks and areas for automation. The goal was to scale the production of tofu and bean curd products while maintaining high quality.
- Technology Evaluation and Selection: RIC evaluated multiple automated systems, recommending robotic arms, automatic filling machines, and conveyor systems to streamline food packaging and handling processes.
- Integration and Customization: We worked with the client to integrate the new automated systems into their existing factory infrastructure, ensuring smooth connectivity with their inventory management systems.
- Training and Change Management: RIC developed and delivered staff training programs to ensure the team could effectively operate the new automated systems and adjust to the changes.
Outcomes |
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- Increased Efficiency: The implementation of automation increased production by 50%, enabling the client to meet growing demand without compromising product quality.
- Time Savings: The company saved over 1,500 hours per month in manual labor, reducing reliance on temporary workers and lowering operational costs.
- Operational Consistency: Automation improved the consistency of tofu and bean curd production, leading to fewer quality deviations and reduced wastage.
- Market Expansion: With the increased capacity, the client is now positioned to expand into new retail markets and export markets, reaching customers across Southeast Asia.
Throughout this journey, RIC worked hand-in-hand with the client, ensuring the project was not only fundable but also executable and aligned with long-term business goals. Our ability to understand both the science and the strategic roadmap of the client’s innovation was instrumental in delivering success.
This case exemplifies how RIC enables high-potential industrial innovators to bridge the gap between operational efficiency and technological advancement. Our end-to-end consulting, grant expertise, and technical fluency make us the ideal partner for firms looking to turn automation investments into scalable, globally competitive solutions.