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Optimization
A model builder creates a RASON optimization model in RASON Desktop, then packages it into a Power BI report or Excel workbook. End users can then solve the model directly inside their familiar environment, without ever opening RASON Desktop.
To open the example model in RASON Desktop, click Examples → Optimization and choose Optimization with Data Binding.

End-to-End Workflows
Power BI Track: RASON Desktop → Power BI → RASON Runner
1. Builder — Import data & solve
Import model data from a Power BI report and solve the RASON optimization model.
2. Builder — Export the RASON model to Power BI
Package the solved optimization model into a Power BI report so end users can run it without opening RASON Desktop.
3. End user — Solve with RASON Runner
Open the Power BI report and run the embedded RASON optimization model using RASON Runner — no RASON Desktop required.
Excel Track: RASON Desktop → Excel → RASON Runner
1. Builder — Import data & solve
Import model data from an Excel workbook and solve the RASON optimization model.
2. Builder — Export the RASON model to Excel
Package the solved optimization model into an Excel workbook so end users can run it without opening RASON Desktop.
3. End user — Solve with RASON Runner
Open the Excel workbook and run the embedded RASON optimization model using RASON Runner — no RASON Desktop required.
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