As the world continues to digitalize, manufacturers are finding ways to move their operations to the cloud. While hands-on production is still a physical activity, growing teams rely on cloud communication channels and tools to stay aligned. Manufacturers today are moving towards cloud manufacturing tools to scale operations while staying agile — here are a few reasons why.
Easy data sharing and collaboration
The cloud offers several advantages for manufacturers. First, it allows manufacturers to connect with their customers and partners more easily. Manufacturers can share data and collaborate on projects in real time if managing processes and data on cloud. This makes it easier for manufacturers to respond to customer needs and develop new products and services.
Greater flexibility and adaptability
Cloud-based systems are more flexible than traditional on-premise systems. With cloud software, manufacturers can easily add or remove users, scale their operations up or down, and access data from any location. This flexibility helps manufacturers be more agile and responsive to market changes.
Low or no large upfront costs
Compared to traditional enterprise systems, cloud-based software is more affordable. Manufacturers can save on upfront costs by using a pay-as-you-go model for cloud services. And because cloud software is hosted off-site, manufacturers can save on maintenance and IT infrastructure costs and cancel or downgrade their plans anytime.
Continuous security patches
The cloud also offers manufacturers several advantages regarding security over on-premise systems. Data encryption and two-factor authentication, for example, differentiate cloud solutions on the security front. And because the cloud is constantly being updated, manufacturers can be sure that the latest security patches always protect their systems.
Seamless integrations with existing tools
And to top it off, one of the most appealing benefits of cloud-based solutions is the ease with which they can be connected to others. For example, Katana MRP integrates seamlessly with Xero and Pipedrive. This means that your manufacturing software can communicate directly with your accounting software and customer relationship management (CRM), making it easy to keep track of orders, invoices, and customer data.
It’s time to move to the cloud
If you’re a manufacturer, it’s time to consider moving your manufacturing man agement to the cloud. Cloud-based systems can help you reduce costs, increase efficiency, and scale your operations more easily. And with the added bonus of easier integration, you can unite all your other cloud-based tools to use your MRP system as a single source of truth.
