No theory without application.

The Manufacturers Network works exclusively in the manufacturing sector. Our programmes are built by practitioners who lead Operational Excellence in global organisations.

Everything we teach is used in real environments.

  • No jargon without clarity.
  • No content without purpose.


Current Programmes Available


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Continuous Improvement Essentials

The Continuous Improvement Essentials workshop provides a practical introduction to Lean, showing participants how to spot waste and use simple tools like PDCA, 5S and visual management to improve performance. A fast, hands-on session that builds confidence to make immediate improvements.

Mark Leeson

Mark Leeson

£145

8D Problem Solving Introductory Course

Master the 8D (Eight Disciplines) methodology with this professional, self-paced introductory course. Designed for quality managers, engineers, and teams, this programme provides a robust framework to identify, correct, and eliminate recurring problems effectively. What You Will Learn: Gain a solid understanding of the full 8D process lifecycle: D1: Team Formation D2: Problem Description D3: Interim Containment Actions D4: Root Cause Analysis D5: Permanent Corrective Actions D6: Validation D7: Prevention D8: Team Recognition By the end of this course, you will be equipped with the skills to tackle complex issues and drive continuous improvement within your organisation. Who is this for? Ideal for professionals new to 8D who need a systematic approach to quality management. Join now to master the essentials of problem-solving.

Mark Leeson

Mark Leeson

£35

8D Problem Solving Full Course

Unlock the full power of the 8D methodology with this comprehensive course for manufacturing managers. This intermediate-level programme equips you with the skills to identify, analyse, and resolve complex problems within your organisation. Course Highlights: Deep Dive: Explore all 8 disciplines, from team formation to preventing recurrence. Practical: Real-world examples and interactive quizzes. Flexible: Self-paced learning to fit your schedule. By the end, you will be ready to lead effective problem resolution and drive operational excellence. Enrol now to master 8D Problem Solving.

Mark Leeson

Mark Leeson

£95

Why This Platform Exists

Most online CI content is over-simplified, generic, and detached from manufacturing reality.

This platform is different.

  • It is built for manufacturing environments.
  • It is structured around recognised competency standards.
  • It is designed to build internal capability - not dependency.


Mark Leeson

Founder & Managing Director

Former Operations Director at The Manufacturing Institute. Mark launched the Manufacturers Network to provide bespoke services delivered by expert practitioners. He specializes in strategic partnerships and has worked with industry leaders like GSK and Siemens.

Chris Merrimen

Associate Director of Practitioner Services

A Chartered Engineer and Certified Shingo Facilitator with a Master’s from Cambridge. Chris has coached thousands to Lean certification and led transformation programmes for global organizations including Abbott, Haleon, and Prism Healthcare.

Vanessa Stanek

Principal Practitioner

A Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with over 20 years of global experience. Vanessa specializes in Process Optimisation and Change Management, helping organizations engineer value and drive performance in their operations.

"Lean is simple. Doing it properly is not. Build capability the right way."