Enterprise Ireland Funded

Enterprise Ireland
LeanStart

Up to €5,000 in grant funding to explore Lean thinking with expert guidance — before committing to a full transformation programme.

Enterprise Ireland Grant
Up to €5,000
7 Days Support
10+ Employees
€5,000Max Grant
7Days of Support
€900Per Day Rate
10+Employee Threshold
At a Glance

Everything You Need to Know

Ireland

Who Is It For?

  • Irish-owned businesses
  • Manufacturing / internationally traded services
  • 10+ employees
  • HPSU clients
Grant

What Is Provided?

  • Max €5,000 grant
  • 7 days of training / advisory
  • Support up to €900/day
Lean Tools

What Is Covered?

  • Coaching on waste elimination & problem-solving
  • Lean tools (3S, 5S, Kanban, Standard Work)
  • Improved teamwork & communication
Not covered

What Is NOT Covered?

  • General consultancy
  • Equipment planning or grant application support
  • Generic business process mapping
What Is Lean Start?

A Short, Focused
Lean Engagement

A short, focused engagement where we guide your team through a small internal Lean project. You get to explore Lean thinking with the guidance of a Lean consultant.

After completing Lean Start, you can continue with Lean Plus or Operational Excellence.

LeanTeams can assist with each step of the application and delivery process.

Wooden blocks with upward arrows symbolising business growth and team development.
Application Process

4 Simple Steps

LeanTeams can assist with each step — from initial eligibility check to final grant claim.

1

Contact LeanTeams

We’ll discuss your needs, confirm eligibility, and outline what Lean Start involves.

2

Apply to Enterprise Ireland

We help you complete and submit the Lean Start application to your EI Development Advisor.

3

Deliver the Programme

7 days of on-site Lean training, coaching, and a small improvement project with your team.

4

Claim the Grant

Submit the completion report and claim up to €5,000 back from Enterprise Ireland.

Catriona Threadgold
“Adopting the lean principles has helped us to deliver our services in the least wasteful way possible. We developed a standard set of practices with Steve’s guidance that are now used in our accounting processes.”
Catriona Threadgold
Partner, Fitzgerald Power
Where Lean Start Fits

The Lean Learning Pathway

Lean Start is the entry point for companies exploring Lean with Enterprise Ireland support. After completing it, many progress to Lean Plus or our Lean Practitioner programme.

Get Started

Ready to Explore Lean Start?

Book a free consultation to check eligibility, discuss your needs, and get help with the application process.

Or contact us directly: stevehalpin@leanteams.com · 087 275 5773