Glossary entries beginning with R

Systematic work undertaken to create new knowledge, products, processes or practical solutions.

The organisational processes used to assess employees comparatively and decide promotion readiness or outcomes.

Work involving scientific or technical research and the development or application of technology.

An AI-enabled SPF system guiding users through police reports at kiosks to produce more complete information for investigators.

The CPF account created for retirement savings and monthly payouts.

A responsibility-assignment model identifying who is responsible, accountable, consulted and informed for each task or decision.

A two-star flag-officer rank in the Republic of Singapore Navy.

The process of recording, assessing, treating and monitoring risks associated with an activity or operation.

A system for reserving shared resources such as equipment, facilities or services.

A system for checking availability and reserving meeting rooms or other spaces.

A grassroots organisation serving residents in an HDB precinct through engagement, activities and community support.

A regional centre that develops capacity, partnerships and knowledge for cleaner seas.

An agreement governing how organisations will conduct, fund, own and use the results of collaborative research.

A structured method for identifying the underlying causes of a problem rather than only treating its visible symptoms.

A regional programme that develops institutional skills and expertise through training, exchanges and technical assistance.

The government registry responsible for registering and regulating co-operative societies in Singapore.

An evaluation design that uses random assignment to compare an intervention with a control or comparison condition.

A tongue-in-cheek term for selecting technologies or practices mainly because they look impressive on a résumé rather than because they suit the work.

A charity fund that helps eligible patients with rare diseases afford high-cost medicines and treatment.

The official list of people entitled to vote in an election for a specified electoral division or period.

Singapore's public-engagement unit for gathering views and facilitating dialogue between the Government and residents.

A community-based mental-health service that works with schools and families to assess and support children and adolescents with emotional or behavioural difficulties.

The rank held by a new enlistee undergoing basic military training.

A regional agreement and cooperation framework for sharing information and combating piracy and armed robbery against ships in Asia.

An advance visit to inspect a site, venue, route or operating environment before an event, exercise or activity.

Industry association representing Singapore’s real estate investment trust and property-trust sector.

A central funding mechanism that supports new initiatives aligned with whole-of-government strategic outcomes, collaboration and innovation.

An invitation for organisations to submit high-level concepts or solution approaches before detailed procurement or development.

A request used to gather market information before deciding on a procurement approach.

A request inviting suppliers to propose a solution and commercial offer.

A formal registry recording specified foreign or political interests, relationships or disclosures.

A request inviting suppliers to submit prices for defined requirements.

A regional centre for coordinating humanitarian-assistance activities, information and participating organisations.

Investments subject to limits, conditions or restrictions because of policy, risk or regulatory requirements.

A refundable Singapore tax credit supporting qualifying high-value investments and economic activities, first offset against corporate tax before any eligible balance is paid out.

Singapore's national framework and ecosystem for research, innovation and enterprise development.

Singapore's national plan for research, innovation and enterprise investment through 2030.

A large multinational maritime military exercise hosted in and around Hawaii.

A standard published offer setting terms and conditions under which a telecommunications operator will provide interconnection services.

The Government Land Sales category for sites available for application and launched for tender after an accepted application or sufficient market interest.

A trade union representing Singapore-based employees of Reuters, supporting them in workplace matters and advancing their collective interests.

The planning and allocation of people, money, equipment, facilities or other resources to meet priorities.