To conduct and promote research in areas related to innovation, lean thinking principles, training and publications on trends. The association's tasks are: to promote collaboration with individuals and legal entities in Switzerland and other countries interested in implementing lean thinking principles and improving the innovation process, to provide training to facilitate the implementation of lean principles in any organization. To provide members and other relevant audiences with information on these and other research areas. Organize dissemination events, such as events, conferences and forums. The association is independent, neutral with regard to politics and religion. It pursues a public utility purpose.