
FABconstruction – Stream 1 : Business process analysis and action plan
Last Update: July 23, 2025
QC, Canada
Expert guidance for optimizing modular and off-site construction processes
FABconstruction – Stream 1 : Business process analysis and action plan at a glance
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Continuous Intakes
Financing Type
Grant and Funding
Expert Advice
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Construction
- Manufacturing
Grant Providers
- Digital Governance Institute
Status
Open
Overview of the FABconstruction – Stream 1 : Business process analysis and action plan program
The FABconstruction Stream 1: Business Process Analysis and Action Plan grant offers up to 100 hours of expert support, valued at over $15,000, with company participation costing $6,000, to help modular, prefabricated, and off-site construction businesses in Quebec evaluate and optimize their operational processes. Eligible activities include process diagnostics, identification of improvement areas, and the development of a tailored action plan to enhance productivity, integrate digital technologies, and advance sustainable practices.
Financing terms and conditions
- 100 hours of support from specialists in industrialized construction for $6,000 (value of over $15,000).
Eligible projects & activities
- Analysis of operational processes within modular, prefabricated, and offsite construction companies to identify areas for improvement.
- Creation of tailored action plans with concrete recommendations to optimize business processes and technologies.
- Guidance in the adoption and integration of advanced technologies and digital solutions, such as BIM and industrial automation, to increase productivity.
- Support for the transition to sustainable and low-carbon construction practices through the use of biosourced, recycled, or low-impact materials.
- Training and upskilling of staff and management to enhance technical and strategic capabilities related to industrialized construction and digital transformation.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 15,200
End-to-end process review for automated modular bathroom assembly
$ 14,700
Digital workflow integration action plan for offsite kitchen assembly
$ 15,000
Comprehensive business process analysis for modular wall production
$ 15,100
Action plan for eco-friendly materials in modular home assembly
$ 14,600
Lean construction diagnostic for prefabricated mezzanines manufacturer
$ 14,800
BIM adoption roadmap for customizable prefab building designers
Eligibility criteria of the FABconstruction – Stream 1 : Business process analysis and action plan program
- The applicant must be a company in Quebec's modular, prefabricated, or offsite construction industry.
- The project must focus on improving operational processes, increasing productivity, or adopting digital, sustainable, or automated technologies.
- The company must be willing to engage in an analysis of its current processes and participate in a tailored action plan with experts.
- Participation is subject to available spots, with a limited number of companies accepted for the program.
Who is eligible?
- Companies in the modular construction sector
- Businesses involved in prefabricated construction
- Firms operating in off-site construction in Quebec
Eligible expenses
- Consulting fees for specialized analysis of business processes, productivity, and operational improvements.
- Costs for expert accompaniment in digital, technological, and industrial solutions (such as BIM, DFMA, automation, and process standardization).
- Associated training and skills development for workers and managers within the company (technical and strategic areas).
- Preparation of a comprehensive action plan by external specialists.
- Accompaniment fees for implementing recommendations, integrating technologies, and adapting operational processes.
Eligible geographic areas
- Companies based in Quebec.
How to apply to the FABconstruction – Stream 1 : Business process analysis and action plan program
- Step 1: Online Registration
- Access the online registration form on the project website.
- Complete the form with your company’s information to initiate the application process.
- Step 2: Preliminary Meeting
- Participate in a preliminary meeting with the project team to discuss your participation.
- This meeting is typically scheduled within 72 hours after registration, if you meet initial criteria.
- Step 3: Agreement and Payment (Stream 1)
- Sign the participation agreement for Stream 1.
- Complete the required payment for the service.
- Step 4: On-Site Assessment and Action Plan
- Experts conduct a structured on-site intervention to evaluate your operational processes.
- Collaborate with specialists to identify potential improvements and develop a tailored action plan.
- Step 5: Receive Deliverable
- Obtain a comprehensive report containing customized recommendations for your business.
Additional information
- The program is a pilot initiative with a limited number of places (25 companies for Component 1).
- The support is provided by field experts from various specializations (wood, ecoconstruction, mechatronics, etc.).
- A comprehensive and personalized document will be provided at the end of the diagnosis and action plan.
- The project is supported financially by the government of Quebec as part of the Digital Transformation Offensive.
Contact Digital Governance Institute
admin@ign.quebec
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