üttana, a Bellingham publishing company, has launched a new Web-based platform offering training videos on the increasingly popular business-efficiency practice typically referred to as the “Lean” model.

The company’s platform allows viewers to stream hundreds of training videos. It is free to use, although paid memberships are required to access more advanced content. In addition to training videos, üttana provides study guides, transcripts and presentations for download.

Lean business practices, which are also known as “Kaizen” practices, focus heavily on efficient production and the creation of end value for customers. In a news release announcing the Web launch, üttana noted that the Whatcom County Planning Department recently began implementing Lean principles in its operations.

More information is online at www.uttana.com.