Analyzing Data in GainSeeker

Course Aim

Analyzing Data in GainSeeker is a two-and-a-half-day course where participants learn how to use the analytical tools in GainSeeker Suite to turn their data into knowledge. This course covers both the statistical basis for the tools implemented by GainSeeker Suite and step-by-step instructions for using these tools in your organization.

Target Audience

The target audience for this course is any person who uses GainSeeker Suite to perform critical aspects of their job. In many companies these persons have job titles such as Plant Manager, Operations Manager, Quality Manager, Quality Analyst, Quality Engineer, Process Engineer, Black Belt, Green Belt, or Six Sigma Champion.

Prerequisites

This course is paced to accommodate people with experience in the following areas:

Windows 2000, XP or 7
Windows file-level commands: Copy, Rename and Delete
Navigating a Windows-type directory/folder tree structure

Course Topics

Fundamentals for Understanding GainSeeker

Introduction to GainSeeker Suite
The 8 cost/value metrics that help determine how well a company has minimized cost and maximized value for the data they collect
Appropriate use of variable data and appropriate use of attribute data
Benefits of using both process control and product control

Analyzing Data for Improvement

Using the SPC and DMS modules to create charts
Using GainSeeker tools to identify probable sources of variation
Editing and deleting data
Charting external data

Disseminating Knowledge

Using the Options menu to customize charts
Using the 'Send To' menu to send charts to other programs and other people
Creating a modifying statistics lists and custom reports
Creating, opening and editing desktops

Enterprise Dashboard

Creating Key Performance Indicator, Real-time Failure, and Statistical Filter Dashboards
Viewing the underlying data for your dashboards
Sharing Dashboard reports with various internal and external customers
Creating, opening and editing dashboard desktops