Frequently Asked Questions

CTM Knowledge Center specializes in Lean Thinking Personal Development, offering structured training courses to help individuals just starting or wishing to advance their careers implement Lean Thinking and Lean 4.0 principles.

CTM Knowledge Center has over 30 years of experience in Lean Thinking Personal Development, working with individuals and companies in North America and Europe.

We serve individuals and companies in manufacturing, healthcare, logistics, and service industries – anywhere Lean Thinking and Lean 4.0 can improve efficiency.

Unlike traditional training, we focus on Lean Thinking Personal Development and the transition to Lean 4.0. Our structured approach bridges Lean fundamentals with the latest Industry 4.0 advancements.

LEANNEXT is our structured Lean Thinking Personal Development training program, designed to help individuals gain Lean skills, certification, and career advancement opportunities.

We offer six certified LEANNEXT courses, covering everything from Lean fundamentals to Lean 4.0 and automation:

✅ Lean Foundations – Lean Thinking Introduction

✅ Lean Practitioner – Lean Thinking Learning

✅ Lean Strategist – Setting the Direction

✅ Lean Expert – Implementing Lean

✅ Lean Leader – Lean Leadership

✅ Lean 4.0 Specialist – Continuous Improvement Automation

We also offer LEANNEXT Suite – a bundled package of our six courses at a 50% discount plus a Lean 4.0 Champion Training certificate.

Each course includes instructional courseware, examples and the lean forms and documents required to successfully implement lean thinking. 

They also include insight from Bob who successfully championed a lean implementation.

Courses are self-paced, allowing you to learn at your own speed.

LEANNEXT is perfect for:

🔹 Professionals looking to advance their careers

🔹 Employees seeking Lean and Industry 4.0 skills

🔹 Companies wanting to train their teams

🔹 Engineers, managers, and business leaders

Lean 4.0 integrates digital tools, automation, AI, and data-driven decision-making into Lean Thinking, making it the next evolution in lean thinking  for individuals and businesses.

LEANNEXT helps you bridge the gap between traditional Lean methods and Industry 4.0 technologies like AI, IoT, automation, and cybersecurity.

You can purchase courses through our iSpring LEANNEXT Marketplace platform.

Courses are available individually or as a bundled LEANNEXT Suite package for maximum savings (50% OFF).

We use Stripe to accept credit cards providing secure online payments.

Yes! If you're purchasing for a team or company, contact us for group discounts.

If you experience issues, our support team is available to assist you. Just reach out via email.

All purchases of our LEANNEXT courses are final and non-refundable. Please read our return and refund policy before purchasing a course.

Lean thinking personal development skills are highly valued across industries. 

With a LEANNEXT certification, you’ll stand out to employers looking for process improvement, problem-solving, and Lean 4.0 expertise.

If you take the 6 LEANNEXT courses individually you will receive a Recognition of Learning certificate for each course successfully completed.

If you take and complete the bundled LEANNEXT Suite, you will receive a certificate for each of the 6 courses plus a Lean 4.0 Lean Champion  certificate.

This is our highest recognition, awarded to individuals who take and complete the LEANNEXT Suite. 

It demonstrates mastery of Lean Thinking and Lean 4.0.

Yes! Companies are actively seeking professionals with Lean and digital transformation skills. 

LEANNEXT certification prepares you for today's digital operational roles.

LEANNEXT focuses on continuous improvement, Lean Thinking, and digital transformation. 

While Six Sigma emphasizes defect reduction, LEANNEXT provides a broader operational improvement approach.

Our courses equip you with the digital skills, automation knowledge, and Lean 4.0 mindset needed to take on leadership roles in Industry 4.0.

Visit our LEANNEXT Hub for articles, videos, and industry insights on Lean and Industry 4.0.

Follow our LEANNEXT HUB, YouTube channel, and social media for the latest updates on Lean Thinking and Industry 4.0.

Yes! See our YouTube: Lean Thinking Personal Development Videos to see what’s included before you enroll.