Unlock the Latest MDRapid Enhancements for Peak Performance
MDRapid’s powerful benefits have been a game-changer for our customers since its initial release. By minimizing downtime and mitigating risk, it now seamlessly processes tens of thousands of files annually. And in true Midrange Dynamics fashion, every new build makes it sleeker, faster, and more versatile.
That’s why it’s time to check your MDCMS release—the latest version is 8.6.8! If your version is a few months old, upgrade now to take full advantage of these powerful new features. To unlock them, simply update your MDRapid template.
What’s New in MDRapid?
We’ve introduced a suite of enhancements designed to boost performance, control, and flexibility in data migration and transformation:
Advanced Pre- and Post-Copy Actions
New exit points allow greater customization before and after data transfers:
- Pre-Copy (R1) Actions – Execute operations like field encryption or table partitioning before bulk copying data.
- Post-Copy (R3) Actions – Run tasks after copying but before syncing, optimizing workflow efficiency.
Smarter CPU & Job Management
- Workload Groups for CPU Control – Allocate specific processors to MDRapid, preventing excessive CPU usage and balancing system resources.
- Multi-Threaded Copying – MDRapid can now use multiple job threads to copy data concurrently, reducing deployment prep time by up to 70%.
- Optimized Job & Resource Utilization – Separate jobs for copying and monitoring streamline CPU and memory usage.
Enhanced Usability & Error Handling
- Direct Navigation – Instantly access the RFP Deployment Log from the MDRapid interface.
- Stronger Error Handling – The “Ignore Errors” flag can now be set to ‘No’ for R1 and R3 commands, ensuring issues are resolved before proceeding.
Indexing, Journaling & Final Checks
- Deferred Index & View Creation – Ensures proper shared access paths by delaying creation until after bulk data insertion.
- Temporary Journaling for Better Tracking – Define specific journals for live files and new versions.
- Final Index & View Check – A final validation ensures all indexes and views are intact before installation, preventing missing logical file issues.
🔹 Upgrade now to MDCMS 8.6.8 and experience MDRapid at its best!

Donna Westmoreland
Owner & Chief Technology Officer
Midrange Dynamics North America
Donna has over 25 years’ of experience with IBM midrange systems and supporting consistent software change methodologies. Experience gained from leading major projects, including application modernization, at hundreds of corporations has given her a well-rounded view of development needs, audit requirements, and testing principles.