LCS Information
This page contains background information about the LCS – its qualifications framework, its origins, its customers
LCS Qualifications Framework
Each of the Seven Levels of Lean Competency are described, along with key features, underlying philosophy and comparison with Lean Six Sigma belts.
Level Descriptors
These lie at the core of the LCS qualification framework and describe what an individual should know and be able to do for each LCS level. Click the button to download a PDF of all descriptors.
LCS Background & Development
Find out about the origins of the LCS – including its purpose, approach to lean thinking and ‘disruptor’ accreditation philosophy.
Research
The LCS was created by the Lean Enterprise Research Centre (LERC) and continues to be linked to LERC research activities.
Who is accredited?
You can find out about the global reach of the LCS and which organisations are currently accredited by visiting the LCS customers page.
