Problem Solving

A3 Pro

One-page A3 problem solving that runs offline and prints true 11x17.

Best for: Writing and printing a one-page A3: problem, analysis, countermeasures, follow-up.

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Features

What It Does

Build a complete A3 on one page: problem, goal, analysis, countermeasures, and follow-up. Pick the problem-solving, proposal, or status format, check that it fits the sheet, and print it at 11x17, A3, or letter.

One page, true size

11x17, A3, or letter, with a fits-on-one-page check.

Three formats

Problem solving, proposal, and status.

Metrics and goal

Metric table with baseline and target charts, and a goal builder: metric, from, to, by date.

Countermeasures

Owner, dates, and status for each, with a schedule chart.

Follow-up

Check log with met or not met and a trend chart.

Review checklist

Flags gaps before coaching. Revision log included.

Photos

Paste photos into any section.

Works with 5 Why Pro

Imports 5 Why Pro files straight into the analysis.

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See It in Action

Real screens from A3 Pro with its example loaded. Click any screen to enlarge; arrow keys step through.

Build: each A3 box, filled from the example.
01Build: each A3 box, filled from the example.
A3 Sheet: the one-page story for review.
02A3 Sheet: the one-page story for review.
Current condition metrics and the implementation plan chart.
03Current condition metrics and the implementation plan chart.
Web or offline

Free Online or Pro Offline

Free onlinePro offline download
RunsOn symplprocess.com, needs internetLocal file, no internet needed
Saves toThis browser, or your account if signed inFiles you keep, back up and share
FeaturesThe modeler: scenarios, views, save and open filesEverything on the web, plus a one-page report, paste from Excel, CSV export, side-by-side scenario compare, chart images for slides, and autosave versions
AccountOptionalNot needed to run
PriceFreeOne-time purchase, 2-day free trial

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Who It's For

  • Engineers and leads in plants, warehouses, repair shops, and offices writing A3s for coaching or approval
  • Coaches who review A3s and need gaps flagged
  • Teams running problem solving, proposals, or status on one page

Requirements

  • Any modern browser (Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Safari)
  • Windows, macOS, or Linux

Questions

Does it need internet or an account to run?

No. The download is a single file that opens in any modern browser and runs offline. Your data stays on your machine.

How does the free trial work?

Enter your email and the trial copy downloads right away. It is the full tool for 2 days from the first download, then it locks. Files you save during the trial are yours and open in the licensed copy. One trial per email per tool.

How does the license work?

One purchase covers one named user on their own computers. Your copy is stamped with your name and license key. A team license covers 5 named users. See the licensing page for the full terms.

Do I get updates?

Yes. Updates within the same major version are included. Sign in to your account to download the latest copy.

What is the refund policy?

Full refund within 14 days if the tool does not fit your work. Email support with your license key.

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