Version History: Jmp

A significant rewrite that expanded data import options and added surface plots.

Verdict: JMP became a dashboarding and predictive analytics contender. Graph Builder alone made it worth the upgrade.

: A landmark release that modernized the software experience. It introduced drag-and-drop features for building graphs and, crucially, offered a 64-bit version to take full advantage of modern operating systems, especially on the Mac. It also supported choice experiments and life distributions.

Searchable JMP platforms, advanced Design of Experiments (DOE) trackers, and robust survival/reliability platforms. Modern Integration: JMP 18 and Beyond (2024–Present) jmp version history

With the rise of machine learning, JMP focused heavily on predictive analytics, automated cleanup, and enterprise scaling. JMP 15 (2019)

JMP statistical software has transformed how data analysts, scientists, and engineers visualize and analyze data. Developed by SAS, JMP (pronounced "jump") pioneered dynamic data visualization. The Origins: JMP 1 to JMP 3 (1989–1994) JMP 1 (1989) : Macintosh exclusive. Focus : Visual data exploration. Core : Linked graphics with spreadsheets. Impact : Introduced interactive data brushing. JMP 2 (1991) Expansion : Added design of experiments (DOE). Feature : Basic survival analysis tools. Engine : Enhanced statistical computing power. JMP 3 (1994) Milestone : First Microsoft Windows version. Interface : Unified cross-platform user experience. Tools : Expanded multivariate analysis capabilities.

| Version | Release Date | Key Innovations & New Features | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | October 1989 | First release; created for Macintosh; distributed on floppy disks. | | JMP 2.0 | 1991 | Added interactive graphics and other features; presented at Macworld Expo. | | JMP 3.1 | 1994 | First version to support Microsoft Windows. | | JMP 4.0 | 2002 | Major rewrite; significantly improved GUI and data import capabilities. | | JMP 5.0 | June 2002 | Introduced Partition (decision tree) and Neural Net (one hidden layer) platforms for predictive modeling. | | JMP 6.0 | Dec 2006 | First full-featured Chinese-language version; enhanced DOE and Six Sigma tools. | | JMP 7.0 | ~2008 | Incremental updates to data access, statistics, graphics, and the JSL scripting language. | | JMP 8.0 | 2009 | Introduced drag-and-drop graph building and a 64-bit version. | | JMP 10.0 | March 2012 | Major enhancements to Graph Builder; first version to support analysis on iPad. | | JMP 11.0 | Sept 2013 | Focus on ease-of-use; added Definitive Screening Designs. | | JMP 12.0 | March 2015 | Added Query Builder for repeatable data access without coding. | | JMP 13.0 | Sept 2016 | Strengthened core analytics and added Virtual Join for handling large datasets. | | JMP 14.0 | March 2018 | First integration with Python; introduced JMP Projects and Functional Data Explorer. | | JMP 15.0 | Oct 2019 | 30th anniversary release; introduced Column Switcher and Header Graphs. | | JMP 16.0 | March 2021 | Introduced Action Recorder for reproducibility; added Model Screening in Pro. | | JMP 17.0 | Oct 2022 | Launched Workflow Builder for click-based automation; introduced Easy DOE. | | JMP 18.0 | April 2024 | Embedded Python in Student Edition; enhanced data table management and peak modeling. | | JMP 19.0 | Sept 2025 | Refined data table and filtering; improved Python integration. | | JMP 20.0 | Planned | Expected to add Mixed Model Variable Selection and Bayesian Optimization. | A significant rewrite that expanded data import options

The most recent versions have focused on making advanced analytics more accessible to a wider audience through workflow automation, deeper integration with other tools, and new product offerings.

JMP 12.0, launched in 2014, brought new statistical methods to the software. This version included features like Bayesian analysis, quantile regression, and enhanced hypothesis testing.

Enhanced automation, advanced predictive modeling, and better Python integration. JMP 16 improved data cleaning tools and increased overall performance. : A landmark release that modernized the software experience

Formula Depot for organizing predictive models, and dashboard publishing directly to internal servers. JMP 14 (2018)

Process Screening platform for monitoring thousands of processes simultaneously, and enhanced selection filters. JMP 13 (2016)