Previous versions were great, v19 is a step backward

What are the best aspects of this product?

Minitab in general is a great program. It covers statistical techniques very well, handles large data sets, and the macro language covers anything I couldn't do using the extensive menu options.

What aspects are problematic or could work better?

Minitab 19 is a significant downgrade. I'm no longer able to do many of the things I found most useful. For example, I can generate multiple graphs at once, but can't arrange or view them on the screen, a function that used to be one of it's highlights. I can't even see a graph i full screen. Attribute R&R no longer displays the types of assessment errors; only summary data.

Further, I use this to teach Six Sigma courses, and now need to revise all my training material because the appearance and use interface has changed significantly, without any apparent benefit.
Help files used to be included in the program install, but now link to a web portal. When teaching at a client facility, I sometimes don't have web access. Searching help returns results on previous versions which are no longer applicable.
I'm very disappointed in the cost to upgrade, only to lose functionality.

What features/services would you like to see in future versions of this product?

Restore many of the functions from previous versions:
- the awesome ability to manage graphs
- in-app help files
- comprehensive analysis of error types in AR&R
- restore the session window as previous versions
Aside from that, PCA and PLS should be able to handle missing data. They currently do not.

What specific problems in your company were solved by this product?

I primarily use Minitab in teaching Six Sigma. My clients find it easy to use and the menus intuitive, such that I can talk about the statistic without having to focus on how to use the software. In my own analysis, I've sometimes needed the full capability of 4000 columns and some of the more sophisticated analytical techniques.

Are you a current user of this product?

Yes