Question 1

What is Resource Manager DB (RMDB)?

Accepted Answer

Resource Manager DB (RMDB) is a flexible and affordable production planning, scheduling, and tracking solution designed to adapt to your operations. It features finite capacity planning, MRP, drag-and-drop scheduling, Excel integration, and much more. RMDB has been trusted by manufacturers worldwide for over 35 years.

Question 2

What is the difference between RMDB and EDGEBI?

Accepted Answer

RMDB (Resource Manager DB) is our core production planning and scheduling database application. EDGEBI is the advanced graphical extension that adds interactive Gantt charts, visual drag-and-drop scheduling, and enhanced graphical reporting capabilities on top of RMDB. EDGEBI is bundled with RMDB to provide a complete visual production management experience.

Question 3

What types of manufacturing operations does RMDB support?

Accepted Answer

RMDB supports a wide range of manufacturing operations including discrete manufacturing, batch processing, job shops, make-to-order, make-to-stock, and mixed-mode environments. It handles complex routings, alternate workcenters, sub-assemblies, multiple constraints (labor, machines, materials), and concurrent resource scheduling.

Question 4

How long has User Solutions been in business?

Accepted Answer

User Solutions has been providing production planning and scheduling software since 1991 — over 35 years of helping manufacturers improve their operations. Our software has won multiple awards from Capterra, G2, and other review platforms.

Question 5

Does RMDB include MRP (Material Requirements Planning) functionality?

Accepted Answer

Yes, RMDB includes full MRP functionality. It handles material requirements planning, purchasing and receiving, inventory management, bill of materials (BOM) explosion, and lead time calculations. It can complement or replace MRP modules in your existing ERP system.

Question 6

How does finite capacity scheduling work in RMDB?

Accepted Answer

RMDB uses true finite capacity scheduling that considers all real-world constraints — machines, labor, materials, tools, and more — simultaneously. It creates realistic, achievable schedules by never over-allocating resources. You can perform "what-if" analysis to evaluate different scenarios and optimize production flow.

Question 7

Can RMDB handle drag-and-drop scheduling?

Accepted Answer

Yes, RMDB with the EDGEBI extension provides intuitive drag-and-drop scheduling on interactive Gantt charts. You can visually move, split, and adjust production orders in real-time, with the system automatically recalculating downstream impacts and flagging any constraint violations.

Question 8

Does RMDB support what-if analysis?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. RMDB makes it easy to perform what-if scenario analysis. You can duplicate schedules, adjust parameters (priorities, capacity, order quantities), and compare outcomes side by side. This helps you make data-driven decisions about production changes before committing to them.

Question 9

Can RMDB integrate with my existing ERP system?

Accepted Answer

Yes, RMDB is designed to integrate with virtually any ERP system. It can import data from Excel spreadsheets, CSV files, databases, and direct ERP connections. Many customers use RMDB as a powerful scheduling add-on to their existing ERP (SAP, Oracle, Epicor, Sage, etc.) without replacing it.

Question 10

What data formats does RMDB support for import and export?

Accepted Answer

RMDB supports Excel (XLS, XLSX), CSV, and direct database connections for data import and export. It can work with your existing data in its current form — no data migration or reformatting required. This makes initial setup fast and ongoing data synchronization straightforward.

Question 11

Can RMDB work with Excel-based data?

Accepted Answer

Yes, deep Excel integration is a core strength of RMDB. If you currently manage production data in Excel spreadsheets, RMDB can directly import that data and transform it into actionable production schedules. You can also export schedules and reports back to Excel for sharing.

Question 12

How long does it take to implement RMDB?

Accepted Answer

Most RMDB implementations can be completed in days to weeks, not months. Because RMDB works with your existing data and adapts to your processes (rather than forcing you to change), the setup is significantly faster than traditional production planning software. We focus on resolving your most pressing issues first for immediate ROI.

Question 13

Is RMDB suitable for small and mid-size manufacturers?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. RMDB was specifically designed to be accessible and affordable for small to mid-size manufacturers who need powerful scheduling capabilities without the cost and complexity of enterprise-level systems. From 5-person job shops to 500+ employee factories, RMDB scales to fit.

Question 14

Can I try RMDB before purchasing?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we offer live demonstrations where we can even use your own data to show exactly how RMDB will work for your specific operations — risk free. Contact us to schedule a personalized demo and see the difference RMDB can make for your production planning.

Question 15

What training and support is available?

Accepted Answer

User Solutions provides comprehensive training and ongoing support for all RMDB customers. This includes initial setup assistance, user training, Quick Start guides, video tutorials, and responsive technical support. Our consulting services can also help optimize your production planning processes.

Question 16

What operating systems does RMDB run on?

Accepted Answer

RMDB runs on Windows operating systems and can be deployed as a standalone application or on a network for multi-user access. The EDGEBI web extension provides browser-based access to scheduling visualizations and dashboards.

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