# Case Studies | Lean and Digital Consultants > Joe Connaughton brings over 35 years of experience in business, technology, and sport to his role as senior consultant at AppAdvisor. His method is grounded in… Canonical: https://appadvisor.ie/case-studies/ Last updated: 2026-06-15 ### [James Lohan Consulting Engineers](https://appadvisor.ie/case-studies/james-lohan-consulting-engineers/) Engineering [Read More](https://appadvisor.ie/case-studies/james-lohan-consulting-engineers/) ### [Case Study: How the Lean Start Program delivered a Transformative Strategic Review for Ross Polymer](https://appadvisor.ie/case-study-how-the-lean-start-program-delivered-a-transformative-strategic-review-for-ross-polymer/) The Client Ross Polymer Services is a specialized contract manufacturing partner focused on technical injection moulding projects. Led by Managing[...] [Read More](https://appadvisor.ie/case-study-how-the-lean-start-program-delivered-a-transformative-strategic-review-for-ross-polymer/) ### [Case Study: Facilitating the Sale of Procloud’s MSP Division](https://appadvisor.ie/case-study-facilitating-the-sale-of-proclouds-msp-division/) The Client Procloud, a Gold HPE Partner and enterprise-focused company, are a prominent player in the Irish market, known for[...] [Read More](https://appadvisor.ie/case-study-facilitating-the-sale-of-proclouds-msp-division/) ### [Case Study: Coffey’s Bar & Grocery](https://appadvisor.ie/case-study-coffeys-bar-grocery/) Summary Coffey’s, a rural bar and grocery store operating since 1916 in Lecarrow County Roscommon, initiated a Green for Business[...] [Read More](https://appadvisor.ie/case-study-coffeys-bar-grocery/) ### [Case Study: Midland Sacks and Covers Ltd](https://appadvisor.ie/case-study-midland-sacks-and-covers-ltd/) Business Overview Midland Sacks and Covers, located in Clara, Co. Offaly, is a trusted manufacturer of durable waterproof covers for[...] [Read More](https://appadvisor.ie/case-study-midland-sacks-and-covers-ltd/) ### [Case Study: Millennium Machinery Ltd](https://appadvisor.ie/case-study-millennium-machinery-ltd/) Business Overview Millennium Machinery Ltd, based in Ballymahon Co Longford, supplies premium machine tools and services to manufacturers across Ireland.[...] [Read More](https://appadvisor.ie/case-study-millennium-machinery-ltd/) ### [Case Study: Rustic Inn](https://appadvisor.ie/case-study-rustic-inn/) Business Overview Rustic Inn is a well-established hospitality venue based in Abbeyshrule, Longford. The business combines traditional charm with a[...] [Read More](https://appadvisor.ie/case-study-rustic-inn/) ### [Case Study: Corrigan’s Filling Station](https://appadvisor.ie/case-study-corrigans-filling-station/) Business Overview Corrigan’s Filling Station is a locally owned and operated service station in Moyne county Longford. The business serves[...] [Read More](https://appadvisor.ie/case-study-corrigans-filling-station/) ### [Case Study: Blistered Bread](https://appadvisor.ie/case-study-blistered-bread/) Business Overview Blistered Bread is a fast-growing artisan bakery, based in Letterkenny Co Donegal, known for its handmade sourdough and[...] [Read More](https://appadvisor.ie/case-study-blistered-bread/) ### [Case Study: Circle of Friends Montessori](https://appadvisor.ie/case-study-circle-of-friends-montessori/) Business Overview Circle of Friends is a Galway-based Montessori and early childhood provider serving young learners and their families. Known[...] [Read More](https://appadvisor.ie/case-study-circle-of-friends-montessori/) ### [Case Study: Sara Duffy Makeup](https://appadvisor.ie/case-study-sara-duffy-makeup/) Business Overview Sara Duffy is a freelance makeup artist specialising in bridal beauty. With a strong personal brand and growing[...] [Read More](https://appadvisor.ie/case-study-sara-duffy-makeup/) ### [Case Study: PrintOn](https://appadvisor.ie/case-study-printon/) Business Overview PrintOn is a Galway-based custom apparel and print-on-demand business. Facing rising retail costs and fragmented operations, the company[...] [Read More](https://appadvisor.ie/case-study-printon/) ### [Case Study: Enhanced Microsoft 365 Security Implementation for IntegriLeads](https://appadvisor.ie/case-study-enhanced-microsoft-365-security-implementation-for-integrileads/) The Client IntegriLeads, based in Ireland, is an established appointment setting firm with over 40 years of experience in organising[...] [Read More](https://appadvisor.ie/case-study-enhanced-microsoft-365-security-implementation-for-integrileads/) ### [Case Study: Digital Transformation at Larkin Windows & Doors](https://appadvisor.ie/case-study-digital-transformation-at-larkin-windows-doors/) The Client Larkin Windows & Doors in Longford is a family-operated enterprise renowned for manufacturing and supplying premium aluminium and[...] [Read More](https://appadvisor.ie/case-study-digital-transformation-at-larkin-windows-doors/) ### [Case Study: Transformation in Online Ordering for Dial A Chef](https://appadvisor.ie/case-study-transformation-in-online-ordering-for-dial-a-chef/) The Client Dial A Chef, a successful catering service based in Longford, has been delivering nutritious meals to schools in[...] [Read More](https://appadvisor.ie/case-study-transformation-in-online-ordering-for-dial-a-chef/) ### [Case Study 8 – Nolan Engineering- using digital start grant to deliver real business efficiency](https://appadvisor.ie/case-study-8-nolan-engineering-using-digital-start-grant-to-deliver-real-business-efficiency/) In today’s digital age, engineering firms worldwide, particularly in Ireland, are under pressure to update how they work and make[...] [Read More](https://appadvisor.ie/case-study-8-nolan-engineering-using-digital-start-grant-to-deliver-real-business-efficiency/) ### [Case Study 7 – Procloud – Digital transformation experts.](https://appadvisor.ie/case-study-7-procloud-digital-transformation-experts/) As an approved consultant for Enterprise Ireland’s Strategic Consultancy Grant, Joe Connaughton works with organisations that need support in adopting[...] [Read More](https://appadvisor.ie/case-study-7-procloud-digital-transformation-experts/) ### [Case Study 5 – One Company’s Digital Journey to Growth](https://appadvisor.ie/case-study-5-one-companys-digital-journey-to-growth/) As an approved Enterprise Ireland Consultant on the Digitalisation Voucher scheme I work with organisations to identify and implement a[...] [Read More](https://appadvisor.ie/case-study-5-one-companys-digital-journey-to-growth/) ### [Case Study 6 – Leadership Coaching that grew a team by 300%](https://appadvisor.ie/case-study-6-leadership-coaching-that-grew-a-team-by-300/) Improving the leadership skills of a management team can lead to great things in an organisation.  As a leadership coach[...] [Read More](https://appadvisor.ie/case-study-6-leadership-coaching-that-grew-a-team-by-300/) ### [Case Study 4 – Ecommerce Enablement](https://appadvisor.ie/case-study-4-ecommerce-enablement/) Main issues The company was a long established distributor of parts for the wood working industry. Up to now all[...] [Read More](https://appadvisor.ie/case-study-4-ecommerce-enablement/) ### [Case Study 3 – Software and mobile solutions provider](https://appadvisor.ie/case-study-3-software-and-mobile-solutions-provider/) Main issues Using lean methodology to get CEO more effective with his time. Due to the highly complex nature of[...] [Read More](https://appadvisor.ie/case-study-3-software-and-mobile-solutions-provider/) ### [Case Study 2 – Business in a niche legal area](https://appadvisor.ie/case-study-2-business-in-a-niche-legal-area/) Main Issues Use lean marketing to expand territory. The Lean project aimed to structure a very Lean way of delivering[...] [Read More](https://appadvisor.ie/case-study-2-business-in-a-niche-legal-area/) ### [Case Study 1 – The business is in Health care delivery sector](https://appadvisor.ie/case-study-1-the-business-is-in-health-care-delivery-sector/) Main issues Management wanted the lean programme to stress test the organisation to show areas for improvement to allow it[...] [Read More](https://appadvisor.ie/case-study-1-the-business-is-in-health-care-delivery-sector/) ## Related - [Book a free consultation](https://appadvisor.ie/book-a-consultation/) - [Our work by county](https://appadvisor.ie/our-work/) - [Guides](https://appadvisor.ie/guides/)