SOFTWARE FOR

STATISTICAL
PROCESS
CONTROL
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STAND ALONE
SPC SOFTWARE
DataLyzer® Spectrum is a state-of-
the art, real-time software package
automating the data collection,
charting and analytical functions of
Statistical Process Control.

The unique structure of this system

produces sophisticated analysis
without lengthy computer/user
interaction. Most facilities require
only three steps.

DataLyzer® Spectrum’s open VARIABLE CONTROL CHART

architecture allows data entry in
various ways including keyboard,
bar code, direct connection to gage GENERAL FEATURES
interfaces, along with other ODBC-
compatible database tables and Fill out one simple form to define SPC variables. Duplicate individual variables or
ASCII files. entire parts to hasten system setup.
Real-time control chart displays are Enter data ‘by characteristic’ to instantly see corresponding points plot on the graphs
clear and concise, supplying the
(real-time) without switching to other program modes.
user with all necessary information
in an easy-to-understand format.
Real-time data collection can be sequenced to collect one characteristic after another
Visual aids during data entry with a user-defined delay between charts, or collect all characteristics at once using ‘by
include: a scroll bar to view part’ sequencing. Variable and attribute charts can be sequenced together during data
previously entered points; mouse collection.
control for point-and-shoot data
editing; multiple screen buttons Each point is evaluated and flagged in color, corresponding to one of 20 different
and color-coded subgroup flags for statistical alarm conditions. User-selectable process shift and stratification analysis,
runs, trends, stratification and including Western Electric run and trend rules, allow immediate detection of process
process notes. Users can attach a shifts and nonrandom conditions within control limits.
wide variety of graphic and video
files as instructional visual aids for
Store unlimited numbers of traceability parameters with the subgrouped data to filter
data entry on the plant floor.
specific conditions during analysis. This feature permits lot-to-lot comparisons,
A wide variety of reports provides reporting by time period and filtering multilevel independent variable combinations.
management, auditors and quality
engineers with a complete set of The “Measuring Instructions” button allows users to view attached work instruction or
informational tools for studying procedural documents, images, drawings, videos or spreadsheets. This feature promotes
and refining manufacturing operator consistency and clarifies the data collection process.
processes.

Database support for MS Access®

is standard. SQL Server® and
Oracle® versions are also available.

ODBC (Open Database

Connectivity) makes data
universally available to other
applications.

The DataLyzer® Spectrum single

user package is upgradeable to
enterprise-wide data collection
through the simple installation of
Hub, Satellite and Executive
Monitor software modules.

VARIABLE CONTROL CHART ATTRIBUTE CONTROL CHART

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ATTRIBUTE CONTROL CHART HISTOGRAM CAPABILITY STUDY

Multilingual operation provides international compatibility. One E-mail alerts transmit messages instantly as control charts go out of
click converts all menus and prompts to: English, Spanish, French, control. Notify production supervisors and/or quality engineers as
Dutch, German, Portuguese or Russian. Users can add other soon as problems appear.
languages.
Minimum sampling restrictions suppress control limit and
Create global and chart-specific lists of 60-character notes capability index calculations until user-specified statistical
describing standard causes and corrective actions. Pareto these notes significance is attained.
as they accumulate in the file. In addition, free-form notes
containing up to 3,000 characters may be entered for each Connect to virtually all RS-232 or USB compatible gages and
subgroup point. Corresponding points on the control charts are interfaces.
flagged with “C” for cause, “A” for action or “N” for free form
notes. Import data from external sources. (Excel, ASCII files, Database
tables, RS-232 and DMP files)
Use robust math functions to preprocess data as it is plotted in real
time. Derive entire subgroups automatically from data collected Use the “Control Limits” button to modify, freeze or set unlimited
elsewhere in the collection sequence. sets of stepped control limits to track recurring process shifts.
During real-time data entry, use the “First Piece” button to enter
Scroll through points on the displayed graphs. Click any subgroup control limit breaks.
point to view and edit raw data and traceability information.
Multiple levels of security and password protection are available
Use the “Exclude” screen button for instant point-and-click upon request.
subgroup exclusion from upper and lower control limit calculations
to eliminate the effects of isolated special causes of variation. Searchable help is available throughout the package.

Use the “Search” facility to display all subgroups within date and A broad range of additional user-selectable and user-definable
time ranges along with parameter commonalities like lot#, shift, system features tailor DataLyzer® Spectrum operation to your
operator, etc. Stack virtually unlimited optional parameter individual needs.
combinations to filter data.

CAPABILITY ANALYSIS/HISTOGRAM BAT CHART

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COMPANY
REPORTS HISTORY
Stephen Computer Services was
Conveniently preview reports on the screen before printing.
organized in the late 1970’s to
develop quality software for
Most common variable and attribute control charts and graphical analyses are industry. Since that time we have
supported including: X & R, X Moving R, X & S, P, NP, C, U, DPMO, histogram, established a solid reputation for
pareto and user-defined reports (33 reports in all). innovation and customer
responsiveness. SCS has
Multiple “consolidated” summary reports are available for variable or attribute contributed many firsts to its
characteristics. industry.

Easy-to-read reports contain numerous, user-selectable fields and other features Stephen Computer Services was
tailoring information to suit you and your auditors. one of the first companies to
provide a commercial SPC software
User-defined titles personalize the masthead of your company’s quality reports. package for industry in the early
1980’s. Soon after, SCS developed
the first commercial Gage
Analyze specific subsets of data using the “Search” screen button and parameter filters.
Repeatability and Reproducibility
software package. Stephen
8.5" x 11" or A4 report formats contain header, graphs and data for convenient analysis, Computer Services was the first to
faxing and filing. introduce real-time data entry to its
SPC packages and the first to
Print most reports in HTML format for posting on the web or intranet, or introduce enterprise-wide solutions
e-mailing to customers. via local area networks as early as
1987. More recently, SCS was the
Reports include all industry standard statistics like Cpk, Ppk and Ppm. first to offer multilingual SPC
software products on multiple
Fully user-defined reports can be created in two parts: a graphical header and a database platforms.
statistical table containing statistics the user has selected. The report is defined once
but can be used to repeatedly analyze data from various processes.
OUR MISSION
Print sets of reports by grouping them together into batches. Recurring sets of
customer or management reports can be produced automatically by using the batch Stephen Computer Services, Inc. is
report facility. Quickly and easily activate the batch and let it process the reports in business to develop software for
required. quality assurance (analysis and
record keeping).
Create your own reports through ODBC access to the DataLyzer® Spectrum database.
Our progress depends on
DPMO (defects per million opportunities) reports are a variation of attribute control successfully pursuing the following
charts. The DPMO index plots graphically to provide a standardized metric for principles:
expressing component failure in terms of total opportunities for failure. It is often used
• Listen and respond to customers
for electronics assemblies, but applies to a wide variety of attribute data collection with strong, maintenance-free
situations. products and features.

• Offer maximum value in personal

service with each customer
contact, whether it be sales,
support, documentation or
customer training.

• Be alert for opportunities to

improve.

• Support customers for the

long run.

PARETO CHART CONTROL SUMMARY

 NETWORK MODULES

HUB STATUS SATELLITE STATUS

The DataLyzer® Spectrum SPC system offers a simple, inexpensive floor or lab. The Hub can edit this data, display process notes or
set of modules to suit almost any manufacturing or service print reports as necessary.
organization. Each module is designed to equip a different area of
the organization, according to its specific data entry, analytical and Satellites are used by production operators and lab personnel whose
reporting requirements. The goal is to provide management, labor, responsibilities include data collection and process adjustment.
administration and engineering with the specific data entry, Satellites can be implemented wherever data will be entered.
analytical and reporting tools needed at those areas. All modules Multiple, inexpensive Satellite packages are used for remote, real-
actively interact, using the common database as a reference point. time data entry and basic analysis. Data entry is accomplished using
graphical control charts like X & R and P charts or Histogram.
DataLyzer® Spectrum’s foundation module is the Stand Alone Tabular (by-part) formats are also supported. Operators are
package. It is used autonomously to create charts, enter data and encouraged to enter notes for problem processes. Each Satellite
print more than 33 different reports for maintains a summary of its characteristics,
management, engineers, auditors or organized by sequence. This local status
customers. In some cases, multiple Stand screen provides an overview of the station
NETWORK

Alone packages are employed by in terms of 20 statistical and process

DOMAIN

SERVER

engineering staff to produce various off- control conditions. Satellite users enter
IT

line analyses from one shared quality data instantly by accessing any displayed
database. Server collection sequence. Charts are created at
the Hub and assigned to the Satellites
ADMINISTRATIVE

DataLyzer® Stand Alone can be scaled locally, so minimal system access is

up to offer enterprise-wide monitoring available. Reporting is available and direct
LEVEL

and administration by adding an interfacing is included for most RS-232

administrative Hub module. This gaging systems. “Local backup” can be
accessory adds two powerful resources to DataLyzer® Hub used in SQL Server® and Oracle®
the DataLyzer® Spectrum system: the systems to continue using local Satellites
ability to assign charts to the plant floor during network or database failure.
EXECUTIVE OR
SUPERVISORY

for data collection and a system-wide

QUALITY
DOMAIN

LEVEL

monitoring facility for statistical status, The Executive Monitor operates like a
chart review and editing. Executive read-only Hub. It displays the same
Monitor system-wide status screen as the Hub and
The Hub maintains a color-coded status offers control chart views, notes and data
screen giving administrators an overview from the plant floor. However, the
OPERATOR

of all processes being monitored. Each Executive Monitor has no administrative

LEVEL

block on the Hub screen represents a capabilities and cannot reassign charts for
process and rows of blocks represent Data Entry Data Entry remote data collection. These tasks are
Satellites. Twenty different process Satellite Satellite performed by the administrative Hub.
statuses offer reference information at a The Executive Monitor is often used by
glance, from statistical condition to upper management or supervisory
whether checks were done on time. Up to 1,600 processes can be personnel who need system-wide status information and report
viewed at a glance and virtually unlimited numbers of processes can printing capability without the responsibility of system-wide setup
be seen by scrolling. The Hub user can highlight and select any and administration. The Executive Monitor package is the same
block on the status screen to instantly display the corresponding price as a Satellite, making them commercially interchangeable for
control chart or histogram showing the latest data from the shop licensing.
CUSTOMER SUPPORT INTERNATIONAL
Technical support for DataLyzer® Spectrum is available by phone, fax or e-mail
DISTRIBUTORS
Monday through Friday, 8:30 to 5:30 EST.
EUROPE
ITK
Software purchases include no charge updates for six months. PO Box 504
5800 AM Venray
Support agreements are renewable annually for a modest fee. Services include new Netherlands
versions upon request and personal telephone, fax or e-mail support. phone +31-(0)478-550890
fax +31-(0)478-550891
Training seminars are available in our offices or on site. Contact your salesperson for e-mail info@spc-itk.com
more information. www.spc-itk.com

GERMANY
Custom software modifications can be quoted individually. Sycon Beratungs GmbH
Beethovenstr. 18
All registered users may access the Stephen Computer Services, Inc. knowledgebase D-41366 Schwalmtal
website. It contains hundreds of application notes about product support, industry Germany
specific applications and suggestions for optimizing system performance. phone +49-(0)2163-948930
fax +49-(0)2163-948931
e-mail info@sycon.de
www.sycon.de
DATABASE COMPATIBILITY
AUSTRALIA
DataLyzer® Spectrum versions are available for: MS Access, MS SQL Server® and Q. C. Systems Pty Ltd
Oracle® (prices vary). Willsmere Shopping Village
81 Willsmere Road
Kew Victoria 3101
Australia
OPERATING SYSTEM COMPATIBILITY phone +61 (0)3 9852 8222
fax +61 (0)3 9852 8100
e-mail sales@qcsystems.com.au
DataLyzer® Spectrum modules will operate under the following industry-standard www.qcsystems.com.au
operating systems: Windows® 95/98/2000/Me/XP/NT. Network support is included
for Windows® NT and Novell®. Citrix® and other metaframe configurations can MEXICO
also be used. QUALITY HOUSE, S. C.
Blvd. A. Lopez Mateos 1119 Ote. 2o Piso
Celaya, Gto., MEXICO 38070
phone +52(461)613-6377 (3 lineas)
ASSOCIATED MODULES fax +52(461)613-4566
e-mail rgrunb@qualityh.com.mx
• DataLyzer® Spectrum - Gage Management System www.qualityh.com.mx
• SPC Wizard (quality engineering and training module)
• SPC Interactive (training module) BRASIL
Megabyte Infomática
• Idea! (a personal information organization and retrieval system)
Divisão de Qualidade
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Guaratinguetá
São paulo - Brasil
Stephen Computer Services, Inc. 12.515-150
1857 West Maple Road East phone/fax 55 12 525 4588
Walled Lake, MI 48390 USA e-mail comercial@datalyzer.com.br
www.datalyzer.com.br
e-mail: sales@DataLyzer.com
248-960-3535 • 800-553-4772
fax 248-960-3539
www.DataLyzer.com

Demonstration versions of DataLyzer® Spectrum can be downloaded at

www.DataLyzer.com

DataLyzer® is a trademark of Stephen Computer Services, Inc.

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