[Nathan Byrne]

Bob and Michael,

Thanks so much for your insight. Grrr, this is one of the reasons we are phasing out Avids. I’m building a new studio and want to put a couple of Avids through the new studio to work on legacy projects and when I need to access our massive ripomatic library. I’m assuming that shrink wrapped new versions sold on e-bay are fine. Would there be any licensing issues in that case?

Thanks again,

Nathan

[Nathan Byrne]

Thanks Mark. It looks like it would definitely do the job, I’ll let you know what I think after I’ve tested it out (may take a little while). It’s one ugly piece of interface, but if it gets it done, hey.

Nathan

[Nathan Byrne]

…I should mention what I’m looking for in this. Software that integrates inventory (data and physical) management (using bar codes and a handheld scanner for physical), a contacts database, a project database, project scheduling and project billing. It should also work on OSX Leopard.

Thanks again,

Nathan

PS is anyone using Studio Manager 9 or Creative Manager Pro?

[Nathan Byrne]

File Maker Pro is indeed great software, and has been the backbone of my last (outdated) inventory / production management software. However, to employ a developer to build it for you is too expensive for me at this moment. With almost every post house using Final Maker Pro for this purpose, I was hoping to find a developer who has packed a built system to sell.

I’m in the midst of building a new studio, working on three simultaneous projects and making the transition from Avid to FCP, I can’t even find time to sleep, let alone, learn (however simple) File Maker Pro and build an inventory / scheduling database.

Nathan

[Nathan Byrne]

Thanks Walter,

Boy, you’re quick to respond.

Nathan

[Nathan Byrne]

Walter,

Thanks for sharing this workflow, it’s really appreciated.

Nathan
Post Millennium

[Nathan Byrne]

Aaron Neitz wrote: 2) get a Kona 3 pci card. It’s pretty much the premier warmachine. It can do everything, all the time, and does it well without any complaints. Track proven. the IO-HD is still a little new…

This was a large point of debate for us. I’m really hoping that this product is stable. I prefer the work flow of the Pro Rez outboard processing. I feel that since you have to choose a codec, might as well keep it consistent through the house. And ProRez seems to be a great choice. The other big issue is that the IO HD has all the inputs and outputs necessary. I don’t like that the Kona 3 has limited outputs, requiring D to A’ and distribution amplifyers… It seems that in a professional environment, it might make quick trouble shooting overly complicated.

Thanks for your input. I’m gonna take a long hard look at the IO-HD option and follow the many postings on it here.