Applied AI research for operations

We are an independent lab. We study where AI creates real value in shipyards, at sea and along supply chains, and we build prototypes to test it.

What we do

  • Research

    We run experiments with models, agents and evaluation methods on real operational problems.

  • Prototypes

    We turn promising results into working tools and test them with practitioners.

  • Notes

    We publish short write-ups on what we learn, including what did not work.

About

Lean US was founded in 2026 by Theo and Chris. Between them, they have spent more than 25 years improving operations in shipbuilding, cruise, retail and supply chains through the Lean Group. Lean US is where we test what AI can change in that work.

Contact

We are open to research partnerships and conversations with practitioners.

hello@lean.us