The ultimate combination of methodology & software

Apollo Root Cause Analysis™ powered by RC Pro® Software

Master the art of solving and preventing problems of any kind. Build an evidence-based understanding of causes and effects that leads to effective solutions your whole organization accepts.

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Years of proven method
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Industry, any size
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Evidence-based results

A new way of thinking

Effective Solutions to Everyday Problems — Every Time

Apollo Root Cause Analysis™ is a principle-based problem solving method designed to help you master problem solving strategies. Combined with RC Pro® software, you can easily construct an evidence-based understanding of any problem — leading to solutions that are accepted across your entire organization.

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Discover the world's most effective problem-solving method and a new way of thinking about cause and effect.

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Get Trained

Build the knowledge and skills to become an effective problem solver through flexible training options.

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Champion the Software

Become an expert on the world's most effective problem-solving software, RC Pro®.

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ARCA Methodology

Create a common reality from every stakeholder

The Apollo Root Cause Analysis™ methodology facilitates the creation of a common reality using input from all stakeholders to produce an evidence-based understanding of the problem. This ensures your solutions address proven causes to prevent recurrence.

It makes problem-solving easy and gives trained practitioners the skills to solve real-world problems more efficiently and effectively.

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Three overlapping stakeholder views — Operations, Maintenance and Engineering — meeting at a common reality supported by evidence

Problem-solving training

Training Options

Flexible formats so you can learn in the way that works best for you and your team.

Self-Paced Online

RC Coach®

Discovery-based online root cause analysis training offering the ultimate flexibility — access whenever and wherever you need. Learn the essentials with varied activities, curated readings and numerous exercises.

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Virtual Instructor-Led

Participate Online

A blended offering with the personalized attention of an accredited instructor who provides an expert introduction to the principles of Apollo Root Cause Analysis. Sessions scheduled to your availability.

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On-Site

The Hands-On Approach

Customized face-to-face onsite instructor-led training over 1, 2 or 3 days to support your continuous improvement goals. Requires a minimum of 10 participants.

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Software investment

RC Pro® Root Cause Analysis Software

RC Pro is a complete and adaptable root cause analysis software solution that fits companies of any size, across any industry. It integrates your problem-solving capabilities and insightful reporting into existing business processes.

  • Expert guidance and structure for greater integrity and consistency
  • Results securely saved, easily communicated and readily shared
  • Insightful reporting built into your existing workflows

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The proven approach to effective problem solving

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Our clients

Trusted across industries

"I have consistently utilized the software for significant quality issues. Using the Apollo Root Cause Methodology, an organization will be able to prevent issues from reoccurring. The support is quick, thorough, and second to none."

Steve B.
Director, Erdman Center for Operations & Technology Management — Higher Education

"I've been using RealityCharting since 2007 across all aspects of the aerospace industry. I'm impressed with the outstanding support and service over the years, along with their ongoing commitment to always improving the software."

Jennifer M.
Root Cause Analysis Associate Technical Fellow — Aviation & Aerospace

"The brainstorming section makes it simple and quick to transfer causes off of a manual chart — you just type and enter. After capturing them it's a simple process to drag and drop them into the main program."

Kevin S.
President — Mechanical / Industrial Engineering
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