WHY LEADING ORGANISATION CHOOSE US?


Industry Expertise


Content developed by consultants with decades of shop-floor and boardroom experience.

Practical Application

We move beyond theory. Our courses provide toolkits you can apply to your business immediately.

Accredited Learning


Structured pathways designed to align with LCS (Lean Competency System) standards.


Stop Solving the Same Problems Twice.


Recurring issues, process bottlenecks, and inefficiencies cost your business time and money. The 8D methodology is not just a checklist, it is a culture shift.

Our Productivity Partnership Academy translates complex methodologies into clear, actionable training. Whether you are a Manager, Engineer, or Team Leader, we give you the confidence to lead change.

Professional Certification Programmes

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

Meet Your Instructors

We are not just trainers; we are practitioners. The Productivity Partnership team has spent years implementing 8D, Lean, and Six Sigma methodologies within world-class manufacturing organisations.

We understand the difference between textbook theory and the real-world pressures of production lines. Our courses are built to bridge that gap, delivering practical knowledge that sticks.


Who Should Enrol?


Manufacturing Managers

Drive KPI improvements and lead your team through structured problem-solving cycles.

Quality Engineers


Master the 8D process to eliminate recurring defects and ensure robust validation.


Continuous Improvement Leads


Standardise your organisation’s approach to root cause analysis and corrective action.