Singapore Polytechnic (SP) has announced its role as the founding training partner for AutomationSG’s Trusted Industrial AI-Ready (TIA-Ready) Framework, aimed at helping companies adopt Industrial AI safely and responsibly. This framework, launched at the Automation SolutionGO! x Regional Industry Networking Conference 2026, provides a structured approach for companies to assess AI risks and implement governance.
The TIA-Ready Framework, Singapore’s first industry-owned AI readiness framework, offers a practical pathway for businesses to integrate AI into industrial settings such as automation and manufacturing. It is benchmarked against international standards like ISO/IEC 42001, helping companies manage risks and build evidence for responsible AI deployment. SP’s Principal and CEO, Soh Wai Wah, emphasised the importance of equipping the workforce with the necessary skills to thrive in an AI-driven economy.
In addition to the framework, SP announced a new Industrial AI and Governance Literacy programme set to launch in October 2026, alongside nine strategic partnerships. These collaborations, with organisations like Dassault Systèmes and GlobalFoundries, aim to enhance talent pipelines and support digital transformation across various sectors.
The conference also featured a career fair, organised in collaboration with NTUC’s Employment and Employability Institute, offering over 1,300 industry vacancies. SP’s initiatives reflect its commitment to fostering responsible technology adoption and strengthening industry capabilities, ensuring that both students and professionals are prepared for future growth in an AI-centric world.
