Socal Lean Network

scln is the premier organization for lean and lean six sigma resources in san diego and southern california. ​ with more than 500 industry professionals representing over 175 companies, the scln is the "linking" network of individuals and organizations pursuing excellence in the manufacturing, health care and service sectors. started by gary gilliam of alaris medical in san diego in the late 1990s as the san diego lean tour group, the group has grown from a handful of companies pursuing lean and excellence to a broad network that ranges from northern baja california to bakersfield, california. the purpose of the scln is to help organizations learn about lean and enterprise excellence through sharing of best practices. most of the events sponsored by the scln are lean sharing events with the host company opening its doors to share successes and lessons learned on their journey toward excellence. competitors are not allowed so the environment of the learning events is very open and