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Warrenton, VA – August 30, 2013 – StatPoint Technologies (http://www.statgraphics.com) announced the release of Statgraphics Centurion XVI.II, an update to its flagship Windows‐based general purpose statistical program that includes user‐requested features including audit trails, passwords, additional summary statistics, and additional operators for handling character and numeric data. Statgraphics Centurion XVI.II offers 4 new summary statistics, 10 new operators (8 for character data and 2 for numeric values), one‐sided and two‐sided statistical tolerance limits for additional distributions, enhanced normal probability plots, expanded use of the mouse wheel on graphs, and 3 features of special interest to companies regulated by the Food and Drug Administration: automatic audit trails and the ability to add user signatures and passwords to project files.

“Statgraphics XVI.II highlights the creativity of our customers as well as our programmers,” according to StatPoint Technologies President Caroline Chopek. “And our customer focus led us to make this a free update for all licensed users of Statgraphics Centurion XVI or XVI.I.” A free 30‐day trial is available for new users from www.statgraphics.com/downloads.htm. A summary of the new features can be found at Version 16.2 Enhancements.pdf. “Version XVI.II maintains Statgraphics’ uncomplicated structure, its vivid interpretative images that reveal the meaning behind the data, and its unique, user friendly features, while increasing its power and applicability to a wide range of users,” said Dr. Neil W. Polhemus, Chief Technology Officer of StatPoint Technologies and originator of the software. “Building on our partnership with our users, this new version adds features needed and suggested by practitioners and researchers, including numerous pharmaceutical and medical device companies.”

Since its first release over 30 years ago, Statgraphics has generated graphical as well as tabular output from every one of its statistical functions – now numbering over 180. Though every competing statistical package now produces some graphical output, Statgraphics Centurion XVI.II remains unmatched in this category. With its StatGallery™ feature, users can compare multiple data sets or multiple views of the same data, placing graphs side by side or overlapping – creating displays of their own that the designers never thought of. Because it now accepts data from virtually every other statistical package, Statgraphics Centurion XVI.II can even be used to replace less satisfactory graphical output from other programs. Taken together, the intuitive features of Statgraphics Centurion XVI.II are designed to make “doing statistics” easy. The software reads in the data from virtually any statistical program, spreadsheet, or database. StatWizard™ “looks” at the data and recommends the proper analysis. StatLink™ saves the analyses so that the charts change whenever the data do. StatReporter™ and StatPublish™ organize results for publication in Microsoft Word or HTML, respectively. And StatAdvisor™ explains the significance of the data in a short paragraph or two that users can cut and paste into their own memos and reports.

For additional information or a free trial of Statgraphics Centurion XVI.II, contact Craig Polhemus at craig@statgraphics.com or visit http://www.statgraphics.com. Statgraphics is a registered trademark of StatPoint Technologies, Inc. Centurion, StatAlert, StatGallery, StatWizard, StatLink, StatReporter, StatAdvisor, and StatPublish are trademarks of StatPoint Technologies, Inc.

WARRENTON, Va., Nov. 3, 2010 -- StatPoint Technologies, Inc., the developer of the STATGRAPHICS line of leading statistical tools used in data analysis across the spectrum of business management, manufacturing and scientific research since 1982, has launched a free STATGRAPHICS User Community Forum (http://statgraphics.invisionzone.com).

This new online resource enables current and potential users of STATGRAPHICS statistical software to directly interact with each other, with the software developers, and with the worldwide network of international resellers who support STATGRAPHICS in their regions.

"Our goal is to build a community of Statgraphics users who can help one another and contribute to the ongoing evolution of the software," according to StatPoint Technologies President Caroline Chopek. "We invite everyone to join the forum and share your thoughts, your suggestions, and some of the creative and innovative uses you have found for Statgraphics." Commenting on today's business environment, she continued, "In challenging times, it is especially important to identify and exploit every opportunity for savings, for quality improvement and for driving efficiencies. Statgraphics provides insight and analysis of data that is crucial to all such efforts." Among the topics the community will explore is the Six Sigma for the Rest of Us concept. It offers an incremental approach to creating a Six Sigma program that should work for any organization. The forum is fully moderated to ensure a professional and spam-free environment.

Through November 30, StatPoint Technologies will be offering promotions ranging from gift cards to discounts on the newly released Statgraphics Centurion 16.1. Discounts will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis, to those forum members who first contact StatPoint to purchase a single-user copy of Statgraphics. Join the forum and visit the Bulletin Board section for more details.

"We envision the forum as a place where Statgraphics users and others interested in learning more about our data analysis tools can discuss statistics and the many uses of the software," said Forum Administrator Mike Foley. "A variety of individual forum sites are available for discussing everything from the basics of using Statgraphics to specific topics including Six Sigma. Input from the community will be used to expand the forum."

The STATGRAPHICS line of statistical software includes Statgraphics Centurion XVI, Statgraphics Mobile, Statgraphics Online, a web based statistical program, Statgraphics.Net, statistical procedures called by web applications, and Statbeans, a Java library of statistical procedures. Products are used in quality initiatives, R&D, operations and business and financial management by Fortune 1000 corporations, organizations and governments, worldwide. "STATGRAPHICS solutions meet today's tight budgetary constraints and do not require an advanced degree in statistics to successfully implement. Our clients improve their products, processes and profit margins using our software products to make improved, data driven decisions," said Ms. Chopek.

For more information, see www.statgraphics.com or join the STATGRAPHICS User Community Forum at http://statgraphics.invisionzone.com.

October 22, 2009. WARRENTON, Va -- StatPoint Technologies Releases New Version of Award-Winning Statistical Analysis Software to Improve Decision-Making Processes.

-- StatPoint Technologies, Inc., a leading developer of statistical tools used in data analysis across the spectrum of business management, manufacturing and scientific research, today announced the immediate availability of Statgraphics Centurion XVI. This new version offers users a powerful, menu-driven statistical data analysis solution that enables organizations of any size to identify critical information that will improve operational efficiencies. In support of this launch, StatPoint is offering organizations a free 30-day trial copy of Statgraphics Centurion XVI. To obtain a copy go to: http://www.statgraphics.com/downloads.htm.

Statgraphics Centurion XVI can be applied in every aspect of business operations, from Six Sigma management protocols to quality control on production lines to improving shipping department processes. This product release encompasses significant new and unique features that provide greater ease-of-use and enhanced power that separate it from the competition. Enhancements to the roster of statistical procedures, changes to the user interface, refinements to existing procedures, data handling improvements, and expanded graphic options are all a part of the new version. Key new features to Statgraphics Centurion XVI include:

• Design of Experiments (DOE) Wizard assists users in constructing and analyzing designed experiments. It guides a user through twelve important steps in the creation and application of the design.
• Real-Time Alerts (StatAlert) are built into the software to alert people responsible for monitoring an organization`s processes when something starts to go wrong. Statgraphics Centurion XVI can be set to automatically generate alerts whenever certain conditions occur. Message boxes, audio alarms, and automatic e-mail notification are available options.
• Competitive Compatibility (StatImport) enables users to accept data from programs like Microsoft Office Excel and virtually any other statistical package. Though every competing statistical package produces some graphical output, Statgraphics Centurion XVI remains unmatched in this category. With its StatGallery feature, users can compare multiple data sets or multiple views of the same data, placing graphs side by side or overlapping - creating unique displays of their own. With its ability to accept data from other statistical packages, Statgraphics Centurion XVI can replace less satisfactory graphical output from other programs.
• Dynamic Graphics enable users to grab 3D plots and rotate them or to see the effect on surface plots of interactively changing variables in the underlying statistical model. In addition, there is a zoom & pan feature that allows users to pan back and forth through large amounts of data.

"Statgraphics is helping our company identify manufacturing improvement opportunities across all critical area processes," said Les Garcia, Quality Assurance Manager, Gunze Electronics USA Corporation. "The products ease-of-use has made statistical process control implementation very straightforward and the DOE module is an excellent tool. We are very impressed with it from a pricing standpoint as well as its ability to analyze and present data to all levels of technical and management staff."

In challenging times it is especially important to identify and exploit every opportunity for savings, for quality improvement, and for driving efficiencies. It is more important than ever for companies and organizations to accurately forecast cash flows and determine where to devote precious time and resources. They need guidance to reach correct decisions on where to focus product development to meet the true demands of the marketplace. Statistical analysis of data is crucial to all such efforts. Statgraphics Centurion XVI provides the tools necessary to perform these and many other improvement and research initiatives with ease.

"For many users, the value of Statgraphics Centurion XVI lies in its uncomplicated structure, the vivid, interpretive visual images created in its graphical output and its many unique, user-friendly features unavailable in any other product," said Dr. Neil W. Polhemus, Chief Technology Officer of StatPoint Technologies. "For others, its clear superiority for Design of Experiments, Six Sigma, and statistical process control - now including the ability to alert managers by email whenever a process deviates from the expected range - is winning converts every day from our competitors. Our solution meets today`s tight budget constraints and does not require a Master`s degree in statistics to successfully implement. Our clients will improve their products, processes and margin with Statgraphics Centurion XVI."

Pricing

Statgraphics Centurion XVI is available for $1,495.00 for a single user license (with use on up to three computers) and pricing starts at $1,225.00 for multiple user licenses. Network versions start at $3,675.00 for three concurrent users. Greater discounts apply for 11 or more licenses. Users of competitive programs also get significant discounts. Competitive upgrades are available for $750 for a single user license, and pricing starts at $700 each for two or more competitive upgrades.

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October 26, Warrenton, VA -- StatPoint Technologies, Inc. has relocated into larger office space in Warrenton, Virginia to accommodate the increased size of its staff and expanded training program. The new address is: 560 Broadview Avenue, Suite 201, Warrenton, VA 20186. The local phone numbers have also changed: 1-540-428-0084 (phone) and 1-540-428-0089 (fax). The toll-free number is still the same: 1-800-232-7828.

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July 23, 2007 - StatPoint, Inc. announces the release of STATGRAPHICS Centurion XV Multilingual Edition (pdf file).

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April 26, 2005, Herndon, VA -- Manugistics Group Inc. (www.manu.com) and StatPoint Inc. (www.statgraphics.com) announce that they have mutually decided to end their longtime licensing partnership. With the termination of the partnership, StatPoint announces the release of two new products: The latest version of its flagship statistical analysis software product STATGRAPHICS Centurion XV and the entirely new addition to their product line, STATGRAPHICS Mobile – the first sophisticated statistical software available for handheld devices.

Since 1984 Manugistics has managed the sales, marketing and support of the STATGRAPHICS product, while StatPoint has been responsible for development of the statistical software. StatPoint will now be solely responsible for all aspects of the software products. 

Dr. Neil W. Polhemus, the lead developer of the software and Chief Technology Officer of StatPoint, Inc., stated: "StatPoint and Manugistics re-evaluated their relationship in light of Manugistics’ global focus on supply chain software, pricing and revenue management software and solutions. After discussions with Manugistics, we determined that having StatPoint manage all aspects of the software product would be in the best interest of the STATGRAPHICS user community.  The name STATGRAPHICS Centurion XV® derives from both the vastly increased power of the new version and the fact that there have been 14 previous DOS and Windows versions of STATGRAPHICS.”

Said Dr. Polhemus, “The release of STATGRAPHICS Centurion XV gives us an opportunity to better meet the needs of our clients by bringing the development team closer to sales and customer support. With the release of STATGRAPHICS Mobile, we can provide our clients with another valuable tool for use in a wide variety of settings, including the factory shop floor, financial trading environments and field locations, providing instant data analysis and forecasting for professionals who must perform immediate tasks while away from their desktop or cumbersome laptop. The continuing, highly sophisticated upgrades to the flagship product, STATGRAPHICS, and the development of new, cutting edge, alternative applications designed to meet today’s advanced business challenges, such as STATGRAPHICS Mobile, are indicative of StatPoint’s strength and commitment to the continuity of the Statgraphics brand.” 

STATGRAPHICS is a statistical analysis software package widely used by Fortune 1000 companies worldwide as well as by countless small enterprises. Its intuitive interface is ideally suited for users of statistical methods who may not be professional statisticians. Important uses of the software include manufacturing quality control, design of experiments for research and development, and monitoring of social and environmental statistics. It is used by numerous large producers of pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and consumer goods, as well as by major universities, hospitals, hotels, and other companies in the service sector.

StatPoint and Manugistics will continue to work together where STATGRAPHICS provides value-added solutions for supply chain clients. The companies express mutual best wishes for success in their individual business pursuit.