The Client
  • Established interior construction specialist with nearly 30 years of track record, delivering high-quality fit-out solutions across Singapore and regional markets
  • Recognised industry player serving major enterprise clients including multinational corporations, hospitality groups, and large commercial developments
  • Holds internationally recognised certifications including ISO 9001 (Quality), ISO 14001 (Environmental), and ISO 45001 (Workplace Safety), demonstrating strong operational standards
  • Award-winning SME with multiple industry accolades, reflecting strong market credibility and consistent delivery excellence
  • Growing organisation with close to 100 employees, positioning itself for regional expansion and long-term scalable growth

How RIC Helped
Grant Secured:

Successfully secured the NTUC Company Training Committee (CTC) Grant, with over S$270,000 in grant support to fund a large-scale production transformation initiative (~70% support level)

Scope of RIC’s Consulting and Advisory Services:
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  • RIC undertook a comprehensive and highly technical grant advisory process, including:
    • Detailed assessment of existing production bottlenecks such as manual panel cutting, fragmented workflows, and inefficient material handling
    • Development of a fully integrated automation strategy, covering machinery, production layout redesign, and system integration
    • Quantification of productivity gains (e.g. reduction in manual labour, improved accuracy, throughput increase) and workforce outcomes
    • Financial and cost analysis to justify investment into advanced manufacturing technologies
    • Structuring of worker outcome commitments, including wage increments and job redesign to meet grant requirements
  • The project involved advanced manufacturing and automation technologies, including:
    • CNC Panel Sizing Saw with optimisation software – enables precise, automated cutting of materials with minimal waste
    • Integrated Dust Extraction & Ducting System – removes airborne particles automatically, improving safety and reducing manual cleaning
    • Magnet Motor System (Compressor + Air Dryer + Filtration) – ensures stable, high-quality compressed air for automated machinery
    • In simple terms: the company transformed from a labour-intensive workshop environment into a streamlined, technology-driven production facility with significantly higher precision and efficiency
  • RIC worked closely with specialised machinery vendors and solution providers, ensuring that the proposed technologies were robust, scalable, and aligned with grant evaluation criteria
  • Beyond grant approval, RIC provided end-to-end grant management support, including:
    • Monitoring project implementation and ensuring alignment with approved scope
    • Advising on workforce transformation deliverables (e.g. wage increments, job redesign)
    • Managing claims submission, documentation, and compliance requirements
    • Supporting final claims and audit processes to ensure successful grant disbursement

Outcomes
  • Reduced reliance on manual processes by approximately 50%, significantly improving productivity and operational efficiency
  • Enabled workforce transformation, with employees transitioning into higher-skilled roles such as CNC operators and automation technicians
  • Delivered committed wage increments of 5% for impacted workers, improving employee retention and job quality
  • Improved production accuracy and reduced material wastage through precision automation technologies
  • Enhanced workplace safety through advanced dust extraction and reduced physical strain from manual labour
  • Positioned the company for scalable regional expansion and higher-value project delivery through increased production capacity
  • RIC worked hand-in-hand with the client throughout the entire lifecycle, playing a critical role in both securing the grant and ensuring successful project execution