When a business is purchasing and installing switchboard equipment integral to the success of the organisation, the purchaser needs reassurance that it will perform as it should. Quality Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) allows clients to achieve this. Switchboards aren’t pulled from a box and plugged in. They are fully customised to the requirements of the purchasing business so they are built to meet agreed specifications. FAT is one of the last customer-to-supplier feedback methods to help ensure that the customer’s expectations are met prior to shipping, installation and startup. The dialogue that occurs during FAT can be valuable in uncovering potential issues that may not have been discussed or considered earlier in the design process. Any minor adjustments can be made before shipping, so the purchaser receives equipment that is perfect for their requirements. FAT has quickly become a standard final step to make sure installations and startups go off without a hitch. The advant