Programmes at SMF
Empowering Singapore's future
At the Singapore Manufacturing Federation (SMF), we are dedicated to promoting growth, sustainability, and robustness in Singapore's manufacturing industry. In line with the national strategy, SMF is a driving force behind projects that provide businesses and individuals with the skills, talent, and resources they need to prosper in an increasingly competitive and sustainability-conscious global marketplace.
SMF's Capability and Capacity Development programmes target critical pillars such as talent development, productivity innovation, and sustainability leadership. These efforts are carefully planned to address Singapore's increasing industry needs, ensuring that our manufacturing sector remains globally competitive while emphasising sustainability.
Global Ready Talent Program (GRTP)
The Global Ready Talent Programme (GRTP) helps Singapore achieve its goal of developing a future-ready workforce by encouraging global business capabilities. Businesses can use GRTP to access a pool of local people with global exposure and hands-on industry expertise. This program allows organizations to offer internships and abroad employment opportunities to students and recent graduates, providing them with firsthand experience in international marketplaces.
For businesses, the GRTP provides an ideal opportunity to promote young talent, develop local workers with global perspectives, and lay a solid platform for worldwide expansion. Companies may improve their workforce's ability to manage the difficulties and possibilities of the global economy by working with local institutions and utilizing government support.
Packaging Partnership Programme (PPP)
Packaging is critical in today's sustainability-driven industry, and SMF's Packaging Partnership Program (PPP) is dedicated to assisting firms in implementing sustainable packaging practices. In partnership with the National Environment Agency (NEA), the PPP assists firms in complying with Singapore's Resource Sustainability Act by minimizing packaging waste and enhancing product environmental impact.
The PPP provides businesses with the resources they need to create more sustainable packaging solutions through workshops, consultations, and knowledge-sharing events. These activities contribute to Singapore's greater concept of a circular economy, in which resources are maximized and waste is minimized. Companies who participate in the PPP not only contribute to environmental sustainability, but they also improve their brand reputation as good corporate citizens, fulfilling rising customer demand for eco-friendly products.
Chief Sustainability Officer as a Service (CSOaaS)
Sustainability is no longer merely a corporate obligation; it is a commercial need. SMF's Chief Sustainability Officer as a Service (CSOaaS) program allows businesses to integrate sustainability into their company strategy without the requirement for a full-time hire. This programme connects SMEs to experienced sustainability professionals who can help them navigate the intricacies of sustainable business practices, regulatory compliance, and environmental impact assessments.
Whether a firm is just starting out on its sustainability journey or looking to improve existing efforts, CSOaaS offers specialized support to help it make substantial progress. The project is intended to assist businesses in navigating Singapore's Green Plan 2030, which contributes to the country's aims of lowering carbon emissions, improving resource efficiency, and fostering sustainable growth.
Building Singapore's Sustainable Future
SMF's Capability and Capacity Development projects demonstrate our continued commitment to Singapore's national aim of developing a future-ready workforce and a sustainable manufacturing ecosystem. Whether it's growing global talent, decreasing packaging waste, or incorporating sustainability into corporate operations, our programmes are designed to provide organizations with the knowledge, tools, and skills they need to flourish in today's changing market.
Companies who participate in these courses can not only keep ahead of legal requirements, but also contribute to Singapore's flourishing, inventive, and sustainable development. Together, we are creating a resilient future in which businesses and individuals are empowered to lead through sustainability, innovation, and global competency.
Discover how SMF may help your company expand sustainably and competitively in today's challenging market climate.
The Global Ready Talent Programme (GRTP) helps Singapore achieve its goal of developing a future-ready workforce by encouraging global business capabilities. Businesses can use GRTP to access a pool of local people with global exposure and hands-on industry expertise. This program allows organizations to offer internships and abroad employment opportunities to students and recent graduates, providing them with firsthand experience in international marketplaces.
For businesses, the GRTP provides an ideal opportunity to promote young talent, develop local workers with global perspectives, and lay a solid platform for worldwide expansion. Companies may improve their workforce's ability to manage the difficulties and possibilities of the global economy by working with local institutions and utilizing government support.
Packaging Partnership Programme (PPP)
Packaging is critical in today's sustainability-driven industry, and SMF's Packaging Partnership Program (PPP) is dedicated to assisting firms in implementing sustainable packaging practices. In partnership with the National Environment Agency (NEA), the PPP assists firms in complying with Singapore's Resource Sustainability Act by minimizing packaging waste and enhancing product environmental impact.
The PPP provides businesses with the resources they need to create more sustainable packaging solutions through workshops, consultations, and knowledge-sharing events. These activities contribute to Singapore's greater concept of a circular economy, in which resources are maximized and waste is minimized. Companies who participate in the PPP not only contribute to environmental sustainability, but they also improve their brand reputation as good corporate citizens, fulfilling rising customer demand for eco-friendly products.
Chief Sustainability Officer as a Service (CSOaaS)
Sustainability is no longer merely a corporate obligation; it is a commercial need. SMF's Chief Sustainability Officer as a Service (CSOaaS) program allows businesses to integrate sustainability into their company strategy without the requirement for a full-time hire. This programme connects SMEs to experienced sustainability professionals who can help them navigate the intricacies of sustainable business practices, regulatory compliance, and environmental impact assessments.
Whether a firm is just starting out on its sustainability journey or looking to improve existing efforts, CSOaaS offers specialized support to help it make substantial progress. The project is intended to assist businesses in navigating Singapore's Green Plan 2030, which contributes to the country's aims of lowering carbon emissions, improving resource efficiency, and fostering sustainable growth.
Building Singapore's Sustainable Future
SMF's Capability and Capacity Development projects demonstrate our continued commitment to Singapore's national aim of developing a future-ready workforce and a sustainable manufacturing ecosystem. Whether it's growing global talent, decreasing packaging waste, or incorporating sustainability into corporate operations, our programmes are designed to provide organizations with the knowledge, tools, and skills they need to flourish in today's changing market.
Companies who participate in these courses can not only keep ahead of legal requirements, but also contribute to Singapore's flourishing, inventive, and sustainable development. Together, we are creating a resilient future in which businesses and individuals are empowered to lead through sustainability, innovation, and global competency.
Discover how SMF may help your company expand sustainably and competitively in today's challenging market climate.
Contact us to learn more about our projects and begin your journey toward capacity and capability development today.