International Quality Management Review
Q1: What is Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT)?
FAT is a pre-shipment inspection process conducted at the manufacturing facility to verify that products meet contractual and technical requirements.
Q2: Why is FAT important in modular construction?
It helps identify issues before shipment, improves quality assurance, reduces installation delays, and minimizes project risks.
Q3: What do international buyers usually evaluate?
Buyers typically inspect structural quality, electrical systems, plumbing, interior finishes, documentation, and functional testing results.
Q4: What are the future trends?
Future FAT processes are expected to include digital inspection records, remote video witnessing, AI-assisted quality analysis, and cloud-based documentation.