The resource transition matrix with rules or capabilities optimizes transitions between different resources and alternative resources based on the rule with variables such as resource capabilities, material properties, order, customer characteristics.

• Transitions can be made by determining the performance between alternative resources according to the capabilities of the resources.
• Source selection can be made according to the material to be used or the detailed constraints in the work order.
• For example, the cycle time on the 0.5 mm Sheet CNC1 machine may be 10 minutes, and the cycle time on the CNC2 machine may be 15 minutes. Based on the material rule, the constraint can be easily defined.