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With a particular focus on manufacturing firms in Ireland, this paper explores the overall question: How can the support of lean initiatives in firms be delivered and how is the progression from one stage to the next evident in practice and performance? The aim of this research is to contribute to the literature on lean capabilities and their progression towards maturity.

Prior to commencement it is advisable for the consultant to contact the Company’s EI Development Advisor for company history and current business plans. On ‘Day 1’ of the assignment the work programme described in the application will be further developed, resulting in agreement on the client commitment, the productivity, and or cost improvement initiative.

This guide provides an introduction to the effective environmental management of industrial processes, products & services. The aim of the guide is to introduce Environmental Management, the business benefits it provides and how to implement it in your business.

Irish businesses compete on world Markets. To do this effectively they must be competitive to international levels of performance. Our island location means that they must also overcome the challenges of distance.

Lean tools and techniques are helping companies across the globe to address competitiveness issues within their businesses, building the capability of their people to identify issues and improve their operations.

Enterprise Ireland’s core mission is to work in partnership with its client companies to develop a sustainable competitive advantage leading to a significant increase in profitable sales, exports and employment.

Enterprise Ireland’s core mission is to work in partnership with its client companies to develop a sustainable competitive advantage leading to a significant increase in profitable sales, exports and employment.

Buying Green! is the European Commission's main guidance document to help public authorities to buy goods and services with a lower environmental impact. It is also a reference for policy makers, and companies responding to green tenders.