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Raising productivity, powering Singapore manufacturing

The Singapore Innovation and Productivity Institute (SiPi) is a strategic unit of the Singapore Manufacturing Federation (SMF), set up in 2011 to drive innovation and productivity in Singapore’s manufacturing sector.

The productivity gap is where growth lives or stalls

We equip businesses with productivity resources, roadmapping, and coaching to put effective strategies into action. Working with government agencies, industry experts, academia, and international institutes, we conduct research and benchmarking to shape industry best practices and build an ecosystem where businesses can thrive.

SiPi supports Singapore’s Industry Transformation Maps (ITMs) through thought leadership, internationalisation guidance, and practices that benefit the wider manufacturing community. As part of SMF, we tap into Centres of Excellence such as the SME Centres, with strong backing from Enterprise Singapore, to lift national productivity and drive long-term industry progress.

Explore Our Programmes

MNC-LE Alliance

The MNC-LE Alliance is a structured programme run by Singapore Manufacturing Federation, with EDB and Enterprise Singapore as core partners, that connects local enterprises directly into MNC supply chains, technology, and global markets.

KEY BENEFITS:

Organised by Singapore Manufacturing Federation with support from Singapore Economic Development Board and Enterprise Singapore.

Connects local enterprises to multinational companies.

Gain access to new technologies and industry expertise.

Opens doors to international business opportunities.

SME Centre@SMF

Supported by Enterprise Singapore and established in 2005, SME Centre@SMF provides constant support for Singapore SMEs as they start, sustain, and grow their businesses. This is done through a suite of complimentary services to engage the business community.

SERVICES:

Business diagnostics

Guidance on government schemes

Business Community Engagement workshops

Group-Based Upgrading projects

Singapore Manufacturing Federation – Standards Development Organisation (SMF-SDO)

The Singapore Manufacturing Federation – Standards Development Organisation (SMF-SDO) is appointed by Enterprise Singapore and endorsed by the Singapore Standards Council to develop and promote standards and technical references for Singapore’s manufacturing sector.

SMF-SDO oversees two Standards Committees, the Manufacturing Standards Committee (MSC) and the Safety and Quality Standards Committee (SQSC), partnering with industry stakeholders to raise competitiveness, quality, and innovation. Businesses can participate in Technical Committees, provide feedback on draft standards, or purchase published Singapore Standards.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS:

Creates standards and technical references for Singapore’s manufacturing sector.

Appointed by Enterprise Singapore and endorsed by the Singapore Standards Council.

Businesses can join Technical Committees, provide feedback on draft standards, and access published Singapore Standards.

Build a more productive business with SMF

Whether you’re an SME finding your footing, an enterprise ready to set the standard, or a local manufacturer eyeing MNC partnerships, SMF membership unlocks the full stack of productivity support.