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Minitab Engage

by Minitab · Since 1972
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Quick facts
VendorMinitab
Year launched1972
StatusActive
Location10 S LaSalle St, 2900, Chicago, Illinois 60603, US
Countries servedGlobal
Languages8
Integrations
Free tier
Free trialYES
Contact salesYES

About Minitab Engage

Minitab Engage is a project management software from Minitab that supports the execution of advancement programs and the management of ideas. It combines problem-solving tools, project management capabilities, and idea collection features so teams can achieve operational excellence. Minitab Engage offers a platform for analyzing and prioritizing ideas, which helps drive effective decision-making. Additionally, it provides access to a savings calculator for quantifying potential benefits and allows users to gather input from diverse sources. Key capabilities: project management idea collection savings calculator problem-solving tools user support options Best for: teams and organizations that need to manage advancement initiatives effectively.

Minitab Engage is a cloud-based platform designed to facilitate and manage organizational improvement initiatives. It positions itself as a central hub for capturing ideas, managing projects, tracking progress, and demonstrating the return on investment (ROI) of improvement efforts. It caters to various methodologies, including Lean, Six Sigma, and Design for Six Sigma (DFSS). While not strictly "Application Development Software" in the traditional sense of coding and building applications, it provides a structured framework and tools to "develop" and execute improvement projects, which can be considered a form of process or organizational development. Minitab Engage offers a clean and relatively intuitive user interface. The main dashboard provides a clear overview of active projects, key metrics, and team activity. Navigation is primarily menu-driven, with clearly labeled sections for idea management, project management, reporting, and administration. The use of visual dashboards and charts aids in understanding project status and performance. However, some users might find the initial setup and configuration slightly complex, especially when customizing workflows and integrating with other systems.

Pros & Cons

What users like
  • +• Helps manage Six Sigma and Lean projects.
  • +• User-friendly interface.
  • +• Offers all the tools needed to manage a project in one place, including time study data, process flow mapping, VSMs, and Yamazumi charts.
  • +• Integrates with Minitab Workspace for data import and dashboard creation.
  • +• Great for beginners with minimal learning curve.
  • +• Keeps projects organized.
  • +• Useful for managing many projects with different tools.
  • +• Offers a variety of templates and forms for different project types.
What users flag
  • • Can be difficult to maneuver and find things initially.
  • • Occasional updates can break the system.
  • • Lacks integration with Windows.
  • • Can be challenging to learn how to create custom forms.
  • • Poor customer service experience (as reported).
  • • Not ideal for project management professionals already using Microsoft Project.
  • • Lacks an assistant to help users pick the right tool (for beginners).

Features

Key features

• Ideation
Minitab Engage facilitates idea generation for innovation and improvement initiatives.
• Evaluation
The platform provides tools to evaluate the potential of generated ideas.
• Execution
Minitab Engage supports the execution of improvement projects with problem-solving tools and project management methodologies.

Additional features

• ROI Dashboards
The software offers real-time tracking of key performance metrics to demonstrate return on investment.
• Customizable Roadmaps
Users can create customizable Roadmaps tailored to their specific improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, or blended approaches).
• Lean Tools
A comprehensive set of customizable Lean tools, including support for Kaizen Events and Just Do It projects, is available.
• Collaboration Tools
Minitab Engage enables teams to collaborate, share insights, and contribute to increased productivity and efficiency.
• Savings Calculator
A tool is provided to calculate potential savings from improvement initiatives.

Pricing

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Countries & Languages

Global
Countries served
8
Interface languages
12
Billing currencies

Interface languages

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