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Description
Graham Process Maps offer a detailed breakdown of the information flows within business processes into individual elements such as forms, records, applications, systems, spreadsheets, and emails, all of which are essential for capturing, transmitting, or storing data. Any initiative aimed at enhancing work efficiency, whether it's Six Sigma, Lean, TQM, Kaizen, or Reengineering, will gain from a comprehensive understanding of the existing information workflows, including the documents that facilitate the work, the connections between these documents, the individuals responsible for the tasks, the locations where the tasks are performed, and the time required to complete them. This is where Graham Process Maps excel, providing a singular visualization of all this vital information. Regardless of whether you refer to it as a process chart, flowchart, or process map, the distinction has blurred over time, and the terms are now often used interchangeably. Although certain flowchart nomenclatures may evoke particular chart styles, such as SIPOC charts and Swimlane diagrams, the broader descriptors—Process Chart, Flowchart, and Process Map—are considered synonymous in contemporary discussions. Thus, understanding these maps can significantly streamline and improve the overall efficiency and clarity of business operations.
Description
QI Macros for Excel is a comprehensive Lean Six Sigma and SPC software add-in that transforms Microsoft Excel into a powerful quality improvement platform. It automates the creation of control charts, Pareto charts, histograms, fishbone diagrams, and dozens of other statistical tools used in process improvement. Intelligent wizards analyze your data and recommend the appropriate chart or statistical method, eliminating uncertainty. The software supports advanced analyses such as ANOVA, t-tests, regression, Gage R&R, DOE, and process capability calculations. Because it integrates directly into Excel, users can leverage familiar spreadsheets without learning complex standalone statistical software. Prebuilt templates for SIPOC diagrams, DMAIC projects, and validation activities streamline improvement initiatives. The Improvement Project Wizard converts raw data into structured projects that identify hidden opportunities. QI Macros is widely used by Green Belts, Black Belts, healthcare administrators, engineers, and quality professionals. Its affordability makes it a practical alternative to high-cost statistical software packages. With free Yellow Belt training and a 30-day trial, QI Macros helps organizations achieve faster results while reducing analysis time and costs.
API Access
Has API
No
API Access
Has API
No
Integrations
Microsoft Excel
No
Pricing Details
$99 one-time payment
Free Trial
Yes
Free Version
No
Pricing Details
$379.00 USD/User/Perpetual
Single-user, single-computer, perpetual license
Free Trial
Yes
Free Version
No
Deployment
Web-Based
No
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
Yes
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Deployment
Web-Based
No
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
Yes
Mac
Yes
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
Yes
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
Yes
Live Training (Online)
Yes
In Person
No
Vendor Details
Company Name
The Ben Graham Corporation
Founded
1953
Country
United States
Website
www.processchart.com
Vendor Details
Company Name
KnowWare International Inc.
Founded
1997
Country
United States
Website
www.qimacros.com
Product Features
Business Process Management
Access Controls / Permissions
No
Alerts / Notifications
No
Business Process Automation
No
Business Rules Management
No
Collaboration
No
Process Change Tracking
Yes
Process Mapping
Yes
Process Modeling & Design
No
Visual Workflow Management
No
Product Features
SPC
Corrective Actions (CAPA)
No
Data Entry
No
Data Linking
Yes
Data Management
Yes
Excel Loader
No
Job Management
Yes
OPC Data Collection
No
Performance Metrics
Yes
Point-of-Production Analysis
Yes
Real Time Data Collection
Yes
Regulatory Compliance
No