SAPPHIRE – Workplace Transformation Programmes (WTP)

SAPPHIRE Consultancy Service

To drive workplace transformation, SAPPHIRE will provide companies with five workplace transformation programmes (WTP) through their consultancy services. The consultancy services, up to 100 hours, will include diagnosis, development of solutions and interventions, as well as measurement of improvements achieved.

Companies interested to embark on WTP will have to identify a Human Capital Champion to partner SAPPHIRE in developing and implementing any of these five programmes:

Companies embarking on the WTP can receive 70% subsidy from WSG for up to 100 consulting hours. Companies will pay a nett fee of $3,210 (including GST) after subsidy. This will be applicable for SMEs and non-SMEs.

Technology-Enabled

Integrates investments in technology with the culture, skills upgrading and work practices to increase the capacity for growth. Programme elements include:

• Change work practices
• Train workers to handle more machines/technology
• Leverage technology to introduce new business models, e.g. e-commerce

Learning

Integrates lifelong learning into the culture of the organisation that continually renews the skills profile of its human capital to build new capabilities for business growth. Programme elements include

• Company-wide training roadmap
• Personal training plan
• Tap on SkillsFuture programmes
• Workplace learning

Lean Operations

Integrates lean management mindset and practices into the operations to reduce wastage of all forms for a sustainable business. Programme elements include:

• Six-Sigma and Just-In-Time
• Business Process Re-Engineering
• Quality-Control Circles (QCCs)
• New business models that are less labour-intensive

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