Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 22 February 2023
51. Deputy Louise O'Reilly asked the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment the amount of funding allocated for the Lean for Micro scheme under the Supplementary Estimate for 2023; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9124/23]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Local Enterprise Offices' (LEO) Lean for Micro is available to help build resilience within small companies.
Under this programme, clients can avail of consultancy support with a LEAN Expert (a qualified practitioner), who will work with the company to introduce lean principles, undertake a specific cost savings project and assist the company in benchmarking its performance. The programme helps to identify issues and potential areas for improvement and provides support to implement recommendations. It helps businesses achieve savings and improvements in capability and capacity to deliver.
There were 400 clients who undertook a Lean project in 2022 and the programme has been allocated €1.5m in 2023. Through this programme the LEOs are supporting businesses to improve their overall productivity and competitiveness.
