Analytica LLC

“We chose Analytica for several reasons: First, it was relatively easy to create the model in Analytica. Once created, the model could then be run by anyone, using the free version of Analytica.”

““Analytica is one of the best examples of an analytical tool with rich visual modeling capabilities, that is being used to build a wide range of decision-centric analytic applications.””

““Analytica beats other decision analysis software packages we have used, hands down, as a general purpose decision-modeling tool.””

““I can’t tell you how much my Analytica programming skills have helped me discover the bottom line in complex and highly technical decision processes, and to communicate how small decisions can yield big outcomes. Thanks for creating a superb set of tools in your Analytica products.””

““Within its chosen domain — uncertainty propagation through influence diagram models — Analytica is by far the easiest and best tool that we have seen. … Overall, the Monte-Carlo engine implementation appears to be very efficient, allowing results to be calculated quickly.””

““We also liked the way we could use probability distributions to be explicit about uncertainties. Analytica can flexibly display simple point estimates or entire probability density plots, according to the interest of the user.””

““Once clients see the effects of uncertainty on payback and profit illustrated graphically as Analytica models, they become much less intimidated by the data, and ultimately, more profitable decision makers.””

““Development using other tools would have been a lot slower and provide less capability. The way Analytica handles multidimensional arrays is a huge advantage over spreadsheets. We are so pleased with Analytica that we’re recommending it for several other major projects at Bechtel SAIC.””

““Analytica makes an excellent replacement for a spreadsheet since models can be constructed directly from relationships without being constrained by the row and column paradigm of a spreadsheet.””

““In a competitive environment, you have to convince the CIO and CO that buying a product will have high profitability. Analytica allows us to operate in a problem-solving space that you wouldn’t be able to handle in a spreadsheet.””

““Analytica is so much easier to use than spreadsheets. The brilliant thing is its influence diagrams. First you build a model graphically, and then fill in the details.””

““Every time I get into using Analytica again, I enjoy it more. What’s so cool about Analytica is that the logic of your model is so clear.””

““Analytica is very easy to learn. … Once the software has been learned, it is delightful to use. The number of mouse-clicks and key strokes required to produce desired results is minimal, yet the process to follow is obvious.””

““Analytica has an exceptional tutorial, a very good user guide, and developed the user’s skill level to the point where models could be developed immediately.””

““I think that your software is fantastic!! Very easy to use and not full of un-useful functions! I have reached so much success thanks to the ability of Analytica to transform the black box of the dynamics of a company into a transparent one, where the entrepreneur can see the big picture, perform ‘what if’ analysis, and make better decisions.””

““My sincere congratulations for the development of a very fine program. I really like it. It is very easy to use when setting up models and especially in modifying them.””

““The Analytica modeling platform is nothing short of genius. Its icon-based environment, Intelligent Arrays, integrated Monte Carlo analysis capability, structured optimization, and ease with which you can create graphical user interfaces make this the perfect tool for solving my client’s modeling needs. With Analytica, I can say “yes” far more often, since creating and modifying complex models is so easy. My clients are always impressed when they see a model we’ve built, and it definitely helps us stand apart from the competition.””

““As a FORTRAN, Assembly languages and LISP Machine LISP programmer from the 1980’s, I can program anything in any language – given time to learn the language. Analytica was just so obvious and intuitive that I was spun up and on my own in less than an hour. ””

“Another advantage was the ease with which I could develop a graphical user interface. Since TEP wished to conduct scenario analysis on its own, it was key to provide them an interface that permitted them to do so with little effort.”

“The primary advantage Analytica provides over competing tools is its flexibility and responsiveness to client needs, which stem from its Intelligent Array algorithm. This feature lets us adapt quickly to client requests for new scenarios or technologies with minimal effort. It also results in faster, lower-cost development, often by a factor of two or three.”

“I've found Analytica to be a comprehensive and versatile platform for detailed representation of the techno-economic components and dynamic societal structures of the national energy system. As a system dynamics modeler, I appreciate that I can incorporate dynamic variables (stocks and flows) and use systems thinking alongside traditional modeling features.”

“Analytica has been a key software platform for energy modelling at UCL. It let’s us represent complex relationships and feedbacks in long-term UK energy transition scenarios. It has been invaluable in explaining the dynamics and uncertainties in any transition pathway to senior policy makers.”

“Having the numbers to put on the table was invaluable in this project. Developing the Roadmap was a collaborative effort between the modelling team and stakeholders representing all parts of the value chain. These stakeholders often held differing viewpoints, which may have caused disagreement if it hadn’t been possible to clearly demonstrate the impact of assumptions using the model developed in Analytica.”

“Initially, when we wrote the proposal we didn’t even consider attempting to build a complete model of the system. During the course of the project, however, detailed coal resource and reserve data became available, which allowed us to develop a complete coal supply side picture. Analytica allowed us to quickly build a detailed model of the coal value chain. This would not have been possible with a spreadsheet package.”

““Analytica is a great tool. It’s great to have stakeholders be able to go online and understand what’s going on. Getting buy-in is much easier.””