HONSHA DO BRASIL AND ASSOCIATES (HBA) is a management consulting company with focus on Lean Management, based on the Toyota Production System (TPS) – one of the world’s leading references in operational excellence. It aims to transfer knowledge and experience to reduce costs by eliminating waste. HBA was founded 12 years ago by Engineer and Economist Gilberto Kosaka who held the positions of: -Industrial and Corporate Executive Director of Toyota Mercosul - Vice President of Anfavea representing Toyota do Brasil - Executive Director of Lean Institute Brasil Totaling more than 45 years of professional experience. [MISSION] To implement and disseminate Lean Management in organizations, seeking operational excellence through continuous improvement and respect to clients, partners and society. [VISION] To be recognized as a company that generates value and results through Lean Management. [VALUES] RESPECT TO PEOPLE: They are the heart of the company TEAMWORK : Key factor for success DISCIPLINE: Essential to achieving targets and goals FOCUS ON RESULTS: Output of a sound management THINK DIFFERENT: Innovate to improve