Goldratt Research Labs (GRL) is a renowned brand that specializes in Theory of Constraints based research and innovation services. Founded in 2007 by Dr. Alan Barnard, on the request of Dr.

Eli Goldratt, the creator of Theory of Constraints, GRL is dedicated to creating new knowledge and applications of Theory of Constraints to help organizations and individuals make better, faster decisions when it really matters. GRL is the world's leading source of Theory of Constraints based research and innovation services. They provide strategic and tactical decision support technologies to customers from both the private and public sectors.

GRL works on joint-research projects with their clients to design, plan, execute, and operationalize solutions that help overcome constraints to growth. Their extensive portfolio includes manufacturing, distribution, mining, high-tech, publishing, government agencies, and NGOs. GRL offers field-tested Theory of Constraints best practices and solutions across various applications.

They also provide advanced analytics and decision support technologies that have been proven to deliver remarkable improvements in operational and financial results in a low-cost, low-risk, and sustainable manner. To ensure a step-change in operational and financial performance, GRL employs a robust research methodology. This methodology includes quantifying the extent and system-wide consequences of a problem or opportunity, validating root cause hypotheses, developing win-win solutions, testing solutions through low-cost proof-of-concept pilots, and assisting with implementation within IT systems.

At the forefront of GRL is their CEO, Dr. Alan Barnard, a world-leading Decision Scientist and Theory of Constraints expert. With his vast experience and extensive client list, including Microsoft, Nike, and Cisco, Dr.

Barnard works as a strategy advisor and educator, helping organizations achieve their goals through better decision-making methods and advanced technologies. The passionate team at GRL, led by professionals like Jaco-Ben Vosloo, Dr. Andrey Malykhanov, Dr.

Benjamin Schumann, Anri Gathercole, and Teo Branzell, brings together expertise in supply chain simulation, simulation modeling, complex systems simulation, and inventory management. Overall, Goldratt Research Labs is dedicated to empowering organizations and individuals with the tools and knowledge they need to make better, faster decisions and achieve significant improvements in operational and financial performance