The Claymore Group | Continuous Improvement & Organizational Transformation

About Michael Clingan

Michael is a physicist who accidentally became an international VP and then the Founder and Chancellor of a process improvement and change management institute on the MIT campus. He’s a recognized expert in the what, how, and why of successful organizational development. Now he helps clients "unstick" their teams and businesses.

Michael uses systems thinking and other tools to help companies implement continuous improvement — transforming processes and results. His clients include tech, healthcare, manufacturing, and services.

Learn More About Our Approach

How We Work With Clients

Getting unstuck isn't something that someone does to you, it's a "with" thing. Our role is usually that of guide or active catalyst; working with leaders and teams to reframe, rethink, and resolve major performance issues. But everything starts with a dialog...

Reframe Challenges

We help teams see problems from new perspectives, uncovering root causes and hidden opportunities.

Rethink Processes

Using systems thinking and TOC, we redesign workflows for maximum throughput and minimal waste.

Resolve Performance Gaps

We co-create sustainable solutions that deliver measurable results and build internal capability.

Our Services

Continuous Improvement Programs

Customized CI frameworks that embed problem-solving culture, reduce waste, and accelerate innovation across departments.

Theory of Constraints (TOC) Implementation

Identify and eliminate bottlenecks in operations, supply chain, and project management to dramatically improve throughput.

Leadership & Team Coaching

One-on-one and team coaching to build trust, improve communication, and align around strategic goals.

Organizational Transformation

Comprehensive change management programs that realign structure, culture, and strategy for disruptive innovation.

Systems Thinking Workshops

Interactive sessions that teach teams to map complex systems, identify leverage points, and design high-impact interventions.

Performance Diagnostics

In-depth assessment of operational, cultural, and strategic performance gaps with actionable roadmaps.

Skills Transfer & Training

Proven training programs that equip teams with tools for continuous improvement and problem-solving.

Strategic Alignment Sessions

Facilitated workshops to align leadership teams around vision, priorities, and execution plans.

Industries We Serve

Healthcare

Manufacturing

Technology

Government

Universities

Services

Theory of Constraints

The Theory of Constraints (TOC) is a powerful methodology for identifying the most significant limiting factor (constraint) that stands in the way of achieving a goal and systematically improving it.

At The Claymore Group, we apply TOC across operations, project management, and supply chains to dramatically increase throughput, reduce lead times, and improve profitability.

Identify system bottlenecks
Maximize constraint utilization
Subordinate non-constraints
Elevate system performance
Continuous improvement loop

Selected Projects

Healthcare System Turnaround

Reduced patient wait times by 65% through TOC-based scheduling redesign in a multi-site clinic network.

Client: Regional Medical Group | Duration: 9 months

Manufacturing Throughput Optimization

Increased production output by 40% without capital investment by identifying and resolving bottleneck operations.

Client: Industrial Components Manufacturer | Duration: 6 months

Tech Company Product Launch Acceleration

Cut time-to-market by 50% using Critical Chain Project Management principles across R&D teams.

Client: SaaS Platform Provider | Duration: 8 months

Government Process Modernization

Streamlined permitting process, reducing approval cycle from 120 to 45 days while improving compliance.

Client: Municipal Agency | Duration: 10 months

Faculty & Staff at C-bridge Institute

100+

Client Organizations Transformed

25+

Years Industry Experience

40%

Average Throughput Improvement

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Theory of Constraints?

TOC is a management philosophy that identifies the most important limiting factor (constraint) that prevents a system from achieving higher performance and systematically improves it.

How is continuous improvement different from traditional consulting?

We focus on building internal capability through skills transfer, not just delivering reports. Our goal is to make ourselves obsolete by empowering your team.

Do you work remotely?

Yes, we work with clients globally using a hybrid model of virtual sessions and on-site engagements as needed.

What industries do you specialize in?

We have deep experience in healthcare, manufacturing, technology, government, universities, and professional services.

Get in Touch

Ready to get unstuck? Start with a conversation.

970.215.2981

[email protected]

Colorado, USA (RMT, UTC -7)

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