Layout-iQ™ provides an empirical measure of workflow productivity and efficiency 

Layout-iQ™ includes a database that represents flow through a layout and also includes the quantity of flow of people, product, equipment and other resources. The software also includes a mathematical engine that calculates the number of trips between locations and between equipment in the workspace. A graphical environment is included that is compatible with all CAD software and that provides the distance between locations. With theses toolsets, Layout-iQ™ is able to dynamically calculate travel distance as equipment is placed and moved in the layout. Actual paths of travel and straight-line paths can be modeled to evaluate aisle effectiveness. 

RAPIDLY test an unlimited number of design and layout scenarios...
Layout-iQ™ includes a method for rapidly creating alternative designs and comparing those designs with a benchmark. The benchmark could be an existing layout, or a new design. Layout-iQ™'s multiple scenario capability provides rapid evaluation of an unlimited number of layout options. The optimized layout can also be exported to AutoCAD® or to the dynamic simulation package of your choice. Layout-iQ™ is a key step in the Rapid Engineering Methodology™, Rapid Modeling Corporation's best practices repository.

Before building a new hospital or modifying existing operations, begin with the right design...
Most layout design and optimization projects take months to complete and result in sub-optimal designs. Layout-iQ™ was designed to optimize the organization of workspace and workflow. With Layout-iQ™, optimal results can be achieved in less than half the time when compared with traditional engineering methods.

Layout Planning for Lean and Six Sigma...
The elimination of excess and unnecessary travel, motion, and process complexity is a primary objective of Lean project implementation. Nothing impacts the productivity and profitability of an organization more than the constraints and excesses caused by the inefficient organization of facilities, workspaces, and the devices and mechanisms used to move material and resources. Furthermore, Lean and Six Sigma methodologies emphasize measuring key criteria such as travel distance to reduce waste and inefficiency.

Whether you are an engineer or a non-engineer,Layout-iQ is the one software you can not afford to be without!
Layout-iQ is a revolutionary space planning, layout design, and material handling planning software that offers the most advanced layout optimization methodology currently available. The Layout-iQ interface and wizards step a user through the layout optimization process in an easy-to-use format that was designed for the non-engineer.

How does Layout-iQ work?
Layout-iQ™ includes a database that represents flow through a layout and also includes the quantity of flow of people, product, equipment and other resources. The software also includes a mathematical engine that calculates the number of trips between locations and between equipment in the workspace. A graphical environment is included that is compatible with all CAD software and that provides the distance between locations. With theses toolsets, Layout-iQ™ is able to dynamically calculate travel distance as equipment is placed and moved in the layout. Actual paths of travel and straight-line paths can be modeled to evaluate aisle effectiveness.

Given expected product mix and production volume, Layout-iQ provides the ability to create experiments designed to optimize the facility layout and material handling plan. Users can experiment with process modifications, add or remove processing equipment or locations, specify material handling devices used, move equipment in the layout, and test different aisle plans. As the layout project develops, Layout-iQ dynamically calculates travel distance, motion, and the effectiveness of each experiment. Layout-iQ collects the data in simple wizards and manages the experiments automatically in an easy-to-use interface. Layout-iQ even evaluates the results of the experiments and automatically provides an extremely detailed experiment reporting feature with recommendations. Over 50% reductions in travel and motion can be achieved resulting in dramatic increases in productivity and profitability.

Layout-iQ is the Standard for teaching Engineered Layout Planning at Colleges and Universities across North America! Educational licenses are available for qualified Engineering and Technology curriculums.