Access up to €50,000 in government grants to implement Lean methodology across your organisation. We guide you every step of the way — at no extra cost.
About the Funding –
At Lean Touch Solutions, we understand that investing in Lean Construction can feel like a big step. The good news? You don’t have to do it alone — and you certainly don’t have to do it without support.
Funding is available through Enterprise Ireland, CITA and the IDA to cover the implementation costs of almost all our Lean services. As an Approved Lean Service Provider, we have helped many Irish companies successfully secure this funding and begin their transformation.
Whether you’re just getting started or ready for enterprise-wide change, we will identify which grant tier is right for your business and handle the entire application process with you — at zero extra cost to you.
Lean Start maximum grant
Cost covered for Lean Start
Max grant available via Lean Plus — 50% of eligible costs
Max project spend for Lean Transform
Years guiding Irish companies through funding
Enterprise Ireland Lean Business Offers –
Each tier is designed to align with where your business is on its Lean journey.
Choose the offer that best fits your current stage and ambitions.
Begin your Lean journey with confidence
Ideal for: Companies beginning their Lean journey
Deepen and scale your Lean capabilities
Ideal for: Companies expanding Lean adoption
Enterprise-wide Lean transformation
Ideal for: Companies pursuing full Lean transformation
We are an Approved Lean Service Provider and have worked with many Irish Companies who’ve successfully availed one of these funding.
Side-by-Side Comparison –
| Feature | Lean Start | Lean Plus | Lean Transform |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best For | Beginning Lean journey | Scaling Lean adoption | Enterprise-wide change |
| Max Eligible Cost | €6,300 | €100,000 | €200,000 |
| Max Grant | €5,000 |
€50,000 |
Project-based |
| Grant Rate | 80% of eligible costs | 50% of eligible costs | Project specific |
| Advisory Days | Up to 7 days | Flexible | Capped at 10% of spend |
| Internal Champions | — | Up to 3 (250 days each) | Full team support |
| Materials & Facilities | — | Training course fees | Included (where approved) |
| Funding Body | Enterprise Ireland / IDA | Enterprise Ireland / IDA | Enterprise Ireland / IDA |
How It Works –
Our process is designed to remove every barrier between you and a funded Lean programme.
Contact us — we’ll assess your company’s current Lean maturity and goals in a no-obligation conversation.
We identify which Lean Business Offer (Start, Plus, or Transform) best fits your needs and budget.
We guide you through the Enterprise Ireland or IDA application — preparing documentation and supporting your submission.
Once approved, we deliver your customised Lean programme. Your team learns, improves, and transforms — funded.
We are an approved Lean Service Provider and have worked with many companies who’ve successfully availed of this funding.
Eligibility –
Your company must be registered as an Enterprise Ireland client or actively engaging with EI supports.
Companies operating in Ireland across manufacturing, construction, pharma, and service sectors are eligible.
Your business must be willing to co-invest a portion of the training costs, depending on the grant tier selected.
The programme must be genuinely oriented toward improving operational performance using Lean tools and techniques.
Training must be delivered by an EI-approved provider. Lean Touch Solutions is fully approved and meets all requirements.
Foreign-owned companies based in Ireland and supported by the IDA may also be eligible for equivalent Lean funding supports.
We are an approved Lean Service Provider and have worked with many companies who’ve successfully availed of this funding.
If you’re considering introducing Lean Construction to your organisation, contact us for a free consultation. We’ll help you identify which of the Lean Business Offers best suits your company’s needs and guide you through the application process.
Each support tier is designed to align with your current Lean maturity and ambitions
Why Choose Us –
We are an officially approved Lean service provider, meaning your grant application is backed by a vetted partner from day one.
Founded in 2012, we've partnered with clients across Europe, delivering transformational results.
We help you select the right funding tier and navigate the application process — at no extra charge.
Every Lean programme is customised to your business — never off-the-shelf.
Irish companies have secured funding and improved productivity through our support.
We work with companies across Ireland, both on-site and remotely.
Everything you need to know before getting started.
Yes. Irish companies may be eligible for funding through Enterprise Ireland and the IDA under the Lean Business Offer programmes. These schemes fund external training and advisory services from approved providers like Lean Touch Solutions. Depending on your tier, grants range from €5,000 up to €50,000 — and we guide you through every step of the application at no extra cost.
Funding can be applied to almost all of our Lean services, including Last Planner® System, Takt Planning, Six Sigma Yellow & Green Belt, Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen Events, Process Mapping, 6S Methodology, and more. We’ll confirm which services align with your approved grant tier during the free consultation.
Timelines vary depending on the tier and the completeness of your application. Lean Start approvals can be relatively quick, while Lean Plus and Lean Transform applications are more detailed. With our guidance, clients typically complete the process efficiently. We recommend starting your consultation as early as possible so there’s no delay to your training programme.
Yes. IDA-supported companies based in Ireland may also be eligible for equivalent Lean funding. Contact us and we will assess your eligibility quickly and connect you with the right pathway — whether through Enterprise Ireland or the IDA.
Simply reach out via our contact form or call us on +353 87 983 0560. We’ll arrange a free initial consultation to understand your challenges, confirm your eligibility for funding, and recommend the most suitable Lean approach. There’s no obligation and no cost to this first conversation.
The three tiers match different stages of Lean maturity. Lean Start is for companies just beginning, offering up to €5,000 (80% of costs). Lean Plus suits companies scaling their Lean capability, offering up to €50,000 (50% of costs). Lean Transform is for enterprise-wide programmes with up to €200,000 in supported project spend. We’ll help you identify the best fit during your free consultation.
READY TO GET STARTED –
Book a free consultation and we’ll match you to the right grant, guide your application, and design a customised Lean programme for your business.
We’ll help you unlock funding and build a customised plan to implement Lean efficiently and effectively.
Reach out to us for a NO-Obligation Consultation today.
