The University of Kentucky's Lean Systems Program is the best and only provider of True Lean™ training and services. In 1994, it was founded with a Toyota partnership to research and share the Toyota Production System with organizations outside of Toyota. This partnership is ongoing and the organization is able to teach the lean best practices used by Toyota today. Instructors are retired Toyota executives and managers, or experienced graduates of its academic program. Courses are offered both on campus and on site and can be customized to meet your needs. It offers in-facility coaching and other services to follow-up and assist you to build your own sustainable True Lean™ culture. Rather than simply covering lean tools, the program is focused on teaching you the lean principles and practices that lead to your success.