The State of Lean 2026 Report
We analyzed real Lean practices across 289 organizations in manufacturing, software, transportation, and commercial sectors. The results reveal an industry building strong cultural foundations while facing clear infrastructure opportunities. Discover where organizations excel, where they struggle, and the surprising 15% performance advantage of purpose-built Lean tools.
Some key takeaways...
- Leadership Commitment is Strong (60%) – The foundation for transformation is firmly in place.
- Standard Work is the Critical Gap (47%) – This infrastructure weakness undermines otherwise strong cultural gains.
- The Engagement Gap Persists (11 points) – The challenge is cascading commitment into daily habits.
- Lean-Focused Software Delivers Real Results – Systems make discipline sustainable.
- The Industry is Poised for Elevation (52%) – The data shows exactly where to focus next.
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