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EngineRoom

Data Analysis Software for Lean Six Sigma

Data Analysis Software for Lean Six Sigma

EngineRoom software provides process improvement practitioners with a full suite of powerful, simple-to-use data analysis tools within Microsoft® Excel®.

Built for Lean Six Sigma professionals at all expertise (belt) levels, EngineRoom "cuts the cost of calculation" by delivering the tools you use most at a price you can easily afford.

  • Product Overview –

      EngineRoom is an all-purpose software tool that provides process improvement practitioners with a full suite of powerful, simple-to-use data analysis tools within Excel.

      EngineRoom delivers the best value for your money, with more Lean Six Sigma tools packaged together than any comparable software. The comprehensive toolset and low cost make EngineRoom ideal for individuals, small businesses and corporate Lean Six Sigma deployments.

      EngineRoom is an exceptional product for Belts who rely on the standard set of Lean Six Sigma tools and for organizations that need to deliver a cost-effective tool to large numbers of Green and Black Belts.

      Harnessing the Power of Excel

      EngineRoom appears as a menu or ribbon in Excel, providing the tools you need with a click of a mouse. Each tool includes either detailed instructions or step-by-step wizards to assist your data organization, analysis and interpretation.

      EngineRoom eliminates the steep learning curve and high cost associated with standalone data analysis software.

      The Advantages of EngineRoom

      • Convenient: Harnesses the power of Excel (2002/XP and later) as a DMAIC-based menu or ribbon in Excel
      • Cost Efficient: Eliminates the high cost and steep learning curve associated with standalone data analysis software.
      • Powerful: Includes over 40 Lean Six Sigma tools and templates
      • Flexible: Users can share their analysis results with anyone who has Excel!

      Features Found Nowhere Else

      EngineRoom guides you through your project from planning to completion. Unique features include:

      • Hypothesis Testing in Plain English™, a patented interactive wizard that makes Hypothesis Testing accessible to all levels of practitioners
      • Design of Experiments (DOE) Wizard, a tool that guides you step-by-step through the process of experimental design creation and analysis
      • Lean Tools for Core Process Pull, Replenishment Pull, and Standard Work

  • Top Features +

  • Benefits to You +

    • EngineRoom achieves the balance between usability and affordability! Engineroom:

      • Includes all of the standard tools used in Lean Six Sigma (see features page for a list)
      • Works through the familiar interface of Excel, which means a short learning curve
      • Let's you share analysis results with anyone who has Excel
      • Features wizards that guide you to the appropriate test/design and provide easy-to-interpret, annotated output
      • Is ideal for anyone who relies on the standard set of tools and for deployments seeking a low-cost solution

  • Pricing & Updates +

      EngineRoom is available via internet download only and requires Microsoft Excel 2002 (XP) or later. Pricing for individual EngineRoom licenses is summarized in the table below. The term of the license is 20 years.

      EngineRoom for Individuals

      The more licenses you buy, the less expensive each EngineRoom license is!

      EngineRoom pricing

      When you purchase EngineRoom, you receive free updates (discussed below) and support for one year after purchase

      To purchase multiple licenses and receive discounted pricing, please contact us directly.

      EngineRoom for Process Improvement Organizations

      We also offer enterprise-wide licenses of EngineRoom. Pricing is based on the total number of your employees, with significant discounts available for large organizations.

      If you are interested in an enterprise license, please contact us directly.

      The Update Policy

      An "update" is defined as a revision (bug fixes, etc.) or addition of new features to the current version. We provide EngineRoom updates free of charge to customers within one year of purchase.

      If it has been over a year since you purchased your EngineRoom licence, you will need to purchase the update to receive the latest version.

  • Support +

  • Tutorials +

      Looking for a little help getting started with EngineRoom? Then visit the EngineRoom Tutorials page for a growing list of online videos and datasets. Just what you need to get started!

  • System Requirements +

      • System Requirements for EngineRoom

        • Operating System: Microsoft Windows® XP or higher.
          • EngineRoom is not supported on the Apple OS or Microsoft Office running on 'click to run' technology.
          • IMPORTANT: The Microsoft Windows Language and Regional Setting must be set to 'US English'.
        • Microsoft® Excel®: English-language (U.S.) version Microsoft Office® 2002 (XP) or higher including Excel 2010 64bit.
          • Version: EngineRoom is available for the English (U.S.) version of Microsoft Windows based Excel 2002 (XP) and later. EngineRoom is not supported on Excel 2002/XP/2003 - this means that you will receive the existing features, but new features or tech support will not be provided. Excel 2007 and later will receive all of these.
          • Language settings: Many EngineRoom features work with the U.S. English version of Excel only.
          • Network: Microsoft Excel should be running locally and not over a network as a distributed application. EngineRoom will not perform correctly if you are running Microsoft Excel over a network.
          • Multiple Excel Versions: EngineRoom will not function properly if multiple versions of Excel are installed on the same computer. Please remove all versions of Excel except the one you will be using before installing EngineRoom for Excel.
          • Macro Security: EngineRoom contains macros. Excel macro security must be set to Medium or lower.
          • Toolpaks: The Microsoft Excel Analysis Toolpak and Analysis Toolpak VBA must be installed for EngineRoom to function properly. See this EngineRoom FAQ for more information.
        • Display Properties Setting: Viewed best with 1024 x 768 screen size
        • Adobe Acrobat Reader (Free Reader Download from Adobe) - for tutorials.
        • Flash 10 Player: (Free Flash Download from Adobe) - for tutorials.
        • IMPORTANT - Browser Download: Pop-up blocker must be turned off. Click here to see a demonstration on how to turn off the pop-up blocker for Internet Explorer® users with Microsoft Windows® XP Service Pack 2. Otherwise, see the setup instructions for your pop-up blocker.

Common Questions

How do I get a copy of EngineRoom?

EngineRoom is delivered to you entirely via the internet (online). Whether you plan to trial or buy the software, you begin by downloading the 30-day trial version. This enrolls you into the EngineRoom Resource Center.

Once you have downloaded the software, you will receive an email with your user ID and password to access the Resource Center. In the Center, you can download the trial, purchase a permanent license, and activate your permanent license (unlock after purchase).

To get started with a no-obligation trial, download the trial version.

How do I get the latest update to EngineRoom?

If you purchased EngineRoom within a year of the update release, you can download it for free! To get the latest EngineRoom update, you will need to log into the EngineRoom Resource Center or into your course, if you bought EngineRoom bundled with a training course.

In the EngineRoom Resource Center page, use the 'Download/Update EngineRoom for Excel' button to download the update. If you purchased EngineRoom more than a year ago, you can purchase the latest update from the MoreSteam Catalog.

How do I ensure that I'm getting the right version of EngineRoom for the Excel version on my computer?

EngineRoom has a single download link for all versions of Excel: 2002(XP)/2003, 2007 and 2010 (32 and 64 bit versions).

Once you click the link to download, EngineRoom will automatically detect the Excel version on the computer and install the appropriate version of the add-in. It's that easy!

Will Engineroom run on a Mac?

EngineRoom will not run natively on a Mac, but you can run it through Windows on a Mac using Bootcamp or Parallels.

I have a trial version of Office 2010 installed alongside Office 2003 (Excel 2003) or Office XP (Excel 2002). I want to use Office 2003/XP. Will EngineRoom still function?

Sorry, no. There is a single version of EngineRoom that automatically detects the version of Excel on the computer and installs the appropriate files. The EngineRoom install will not function properly if different versions of Excel are installed on the same machine, even if one is a trial version.

So for EngineRoom to install and function properly, you will have to remove all other versions of Office except the one you will be using for EngineRoom.

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