Our Services

Based on our experience and the requirements of our clients over many years we have created a range of services to support business improvement activity. In the spirit of Kaizen our services are under constant review.

THE UK LEADERS IN OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE

Lean Apprenticeships & Operational Improvement That Drive Business Results

Structured Lean Training, Measurable Results
At Complete Lean Solutions (CLS), we help businesses unlock measurable performance gains through structured Lean training and leadership development. Whether you're looking to reduce downtime, improve quality, boost efficiency, or engage your teams in continuous improvement, our nationally accredited apprenticeship programmes and operational support are designed to deliver real, lasting change.

Why Choose CLS?

  • Toyota-Trained Experts: Every CLS Lean Specialist brings first-hand experience implementing Lean at world-class standards, with roots in the Toyota Production System.
  • Global Track Record: Over 20 years of delivering Lean transformation across 21 countries, in sectors ranging from manufacturing and healthcare to logistics and construction.
  • Bespoke, Accredited Programmes: All apprenticeship programmes are nationally recognised and tailored to your business goals: from entry-level operatives to emerging leaders.
  • Integrated Leadership Development: Our unique approach blends Lean methodology with leadership skills, equipping staff to lead and sustain improvements.
  • Real-World Results: Training includes practical, project-based learning focused on solving your operational challenges; driving savings, enhancing quality, and reducing waste.
  • Our Lean Apprenticeships

    Nationally accredited and fully funded, CLS apprenticeships are designed to embed Lean capability throughout your organisation, not just at the top. From Level 2 to Level 4, each pathway develops practical skills and delivers real business impact.

    Lean Manufacturing Operative Level 2 Apprenticeship



    Ideal for engaging shop floor staff in Lean principles. This programme builds a shared understanding across your workforce and enables individuals to drive localised improvements.

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    Process Leader Level 4 Apprenticeship



    Empower your current & future leaders with the skills to plan, implement, and sustain change. Participants gain the tools to manage KPIs, facilitate communication and lead improvement projects in line with organisational goals.

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    Improvement Practitioner Level 4 Apprenticeship



    Designed for those with a Lean foundation, this programme focuses on data-driven problem solving, root cause analysis, and advanced Lean tools like 5S, Kaizen, and Visual Management.

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    Beyond Training

    Operational Due Diligence Support



    CLS delivers robust operational due diligence to provide a clear, objective view of business performance. We assess operations end-to-end, reviewing people, processes, systems, and controls to identify risk, resilience, and improvement

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    The leaders in Operational Support



    CLS delivers insight-driven operational support to organisations across all sectors. Our Award winning team brings deep operational backgrounds, with Toyota-trained professionals with over 21 years experience supporting organisations through

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    Proven Impact Across Multiple Sectors
    CLS has supported businesses in a wide range of industries, projects include:
    • Food manufacturing: Changeover reduction programmes, improved staff utilisation to increase throughput. Overtime reduction and capacity increase – multiple projects saving between £25,000 and £3.5 million.
    • Healthcare & NHS Trusts: Designed and implemented a new complaints handling process, reduced wait times, improved clinic efficiency and significantly reduced RTT times – combined cost savings exceeding £11.8 million.
    • Aerospace & Automotive: Supported new model launches, improved productivity, reduced launch time by 6 months, full line balance of assembly lines and bespoke paint facility – overall savings in excess of £25 million.
    • Packaging & Logistics: Launch of fulfilment centres across Europe, logistics route planning, improved flow and capacity with right first-time deliveries of 99.85%.
    • Construction: Increased production volumes for modular housing through lean flow, capacity improvements, new technology and facility expansion – cost reduction well over £18 million.
    Our Lean Specialists understand the nuances of each environment and work closely with your team to align improvement initiatives with your strategic goals.
    Contact Us: +44 1423 611 300

    Welcome to Complete Lean Solutions

    MAKING IMPROVEMENTS TO YOUR BUSINESS

    CLS helps organisations improve business performance through practical, sustainable operational excellence.​Whether you’re looking for accredited, fully funded apprenticeships, bespoke Lean training, or targeted improvement programmes (office, engineering, healthcare and more), we deliver measurable results.​From productivity and efficiency to problem solving and capability building, our Toyota-trained experts work alongside your teams to embed improvements that last — focusing on what matters most to you.​

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    Our clients

    All CLS Lean Specialists are experienced in Lean business deployment in organisations as diverse as banks, construction, pharmaceutical, automotive, aerospace, healthcare, packaging, food and mining.

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