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Business Consulting and ServicesZug, Switzerland1001-5000 Employees
Kaizen Institute Global, based in Zug, Zug, Switzerland, is a global management consultancy focused on Operational Excellence and continuous improvement. Founded in 1985 by Masaaki Imai and grounded in Lean management and the Toyota Production System, the firm helps organizations embed daily problem-solving and process improvement into their routine work. It emphasizes hands-on work on the shop floor, warehouses, and offices to ensure improvements become part of everyday activity. Its approach centers on a KAIZEN Culture Model that integrates leadership-driven breakthroughs, systematic value-stream improvements, frontline problem-solving, and a sustaining organizational framework. Its services span manufacturing, healthcare, logistics, financial services, construction, retail, and the public sector, aiming to reduce lead times and boost productivity. Recent partnerships, such as with Monteiro Fabrics in 2026, illustrate ongoing international collaboration as the organization expands its footprint in Europe.