Is "The Cloud Exit" Your Next Strategic Move?

?? Manufacturing is evolving, and so are the systems that power it.

While the cloud offered promising scalability and flexibility, many manufacturers are realizing that on-premise infrastructure might be their best solution for long-term efficiency and cost control.

A recent study shows that 42% of companies in the U.S. are actively moving data and workloads back on-premise, a trend now known as the “Cloud Exit.” This shift is driven by rising cloud costs, security concerns, and the need for more control over mission-critical operations. For manufacturers dealing with complex configurations and data-heavy operations, this is a major opportunity to rethink cloud strategies and gain a competitive edge.

But how does this affect you as a manufacturer?

?? Enter Cincom CPQ, the On-Premise Leader in Its Space As the on-premise leader in Configure Price Quote (CPQ) solutions for complex manufacturers, Cincom CPQ provides the best of both worlds—giving you complete control over your data and operations while offering the flexibility to extend and tailor the system to your needs. Whether you’re managing intricate product configurations or requiring robust pricing and workflow management, Cincom CPQ ensures your system works for you—not the other way around.

Why Cincom CPQ?

?? Tailorability Without Code Modifications: Cincom CPQ offers a highly tailorable system, allowing you to extend and configure it to match your business processes, without the complexity of modifying source code. ?? Knowledge-Based Configurator: Easily manage complex configurations and streamline product customization with precision. ?? Multi-Channel Sales Portal: Engage customers across multiple channels with seamless access to product data and pricing. ?? Cincom Integration Framework (CIF): Effortlessly integrate with your ERP and CRM, while maintaining full control over margins and costs. ?? Robust Pricing and Data Management: Whether you're calculating complex margins or handling special orders, Cincom CPQ keeps your operations efficient and profitable. ?? Automated Outputs: Generate accurate quotes, proposals, and BOMs without delays, enabling faster order fulfillment.

Why is the Cloud Exit Gaining Momentum?

?? Security: With rising concerns about cloud-based security vulnerabilities, on-premise systems provide more control over your sensitive data and reduce the risk of breaches. ?? Cost: 43% of IT leaders found that cloud costs were higher than expected. For manufacturers dealing with stable, predictable workloads, on-premise can offer better long-term value. ?? Reliability: Cloud outages can disrupt operations. On-premise solutions offer a more reliable infrastructure for manufacturers who cannot afford downtime.

As many businesses begin scaling back from the cloud, it's critical to assess the real cost of flexibility vs. control. Cincom CPQ allows you to stay agile by keeping critical operations on-premise while offering the flexibility and scalability to meet your specific needs.

?? Read More About the Cloud Exit Trend and Why Manufacturers Are Reassessing Their Cloud Strategies in this article on Techopedia.

?? Are You Ready to Rethink Your Cloud Strategy? Let’s talk about how Cincom CPQ can help you stay ahead in the manufacturing space by streamlining operations, boosting efficiency, and providing the control you need to succeed. Contact me to explore more.

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