This report provides a comprehensive analysis of SINTEF Ltd's lean implementation initiative. It begins by outlining the project's objectives and scope, which involve applying lean principles across various departments. The report compares and contrasts different leadership styles, such as autocratic, democratic, laissez-faire, transformational, bureaucratic, servant, transactional, and charismatic leadership, ultimately recommending autocratic leadership as the most suitable for SINTEF. It then details the characteristics required for valuable team members, emphasizing knowledge of agile methodologies, communication skills, and decision-making abilities. Furthermore, the report discusses tools and techniques for facilitating lean business operations, including project management methodologies and tools like Agile, Waterfall, and tools such as check sheets and control charts. The analysis includes a list of assumptions and concludes with a summary of the key findings and recommendations for the successful implementation of lean principles within SINTEF.