About Us
TBM helped us build the infrastructure of our Lean Sigma improvement program and trained and certified our Value Process Champions who are now spearheading our lean transformation in 30 locations worldwide, in four languages.
Fred Stell-Smith
Continuous Improvement / Kaizen Manager for Mexico
A.O. Smith Electrical Products Company

The TBM LeanSigma Institute provides the knowledge transfer needed for a company to independently drive sustainable performance resulting from its lean transformation. The Institute offers a wide range of lean training solutions, experiential workshops, online training and user conferences to provide organizations with the necessary tools to launch and manage their own LeanSigma initiative.
What’s different about the Lean Sigma Institute?
- All trainers are experienced with hands-on lean implementations
- Ability to deliver content and training in multiple languages from local resources with coverage in the US, Europe, South America, India and Asia.
- Deep lean knowledge rooted in the fundamentals of the Toyota Production System
- Proven approach to lean transformation and culture change
- We work with you to create a flexible approach for your training program
- Robust library of training materials, instructor notes, simulations, videos and facilitator guides
- Comprehensive programs for train-the-trainer and CI program management
- Lean Certification and Lean Sigma Green Belt and Black Belt certification programs
- Material licensing with 24/7 online access
- Comprehensive online learning with interactive exercises and simulations to reinforce key learning
We have deep roots in discrete and continuous process manufacturing with experience in several industry segments including: medical products, pharmaceuticals, consumer products, durable goods, heavy equipment, industrial manufacturers, food & beverage companies, and packaging manufacturers to name a few. Our sister company, Guidon Performance Solutions has a specialized approach for training in the service sectors including financial services, healthcare, government, retail, IT and insurance.
The Lean Sigma Institute has experience creating a wide variety of flexible programs that meet your business needs. Most importantly, we don’t compromise on the training components that help you succeed. Our content is based on real-world experience, our instructors have led lean transformations—and in many cases—run successful businesses of their own.

