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PAILOT: Why your next APS should be cloud native

June 18, 2025. Production planning is facing major challenges: volatile markets, disrupted supply chains and the increasing pressure to react flexibly and quickly. This is precisely why future-proof technologies are so important when choosing an Advanced Planning System (APS). So why not go straight for a cloud-native solution? Find out below why a cloud-native APS is the key to resilient, efficient and future-oriented production.

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Cloud Native explained: What’s behind the term?

Cloud Native refers to software that has been developed from the ground up for operation in the cloud – modular, scalable and flexible. This contrasts with traditional on-premise solutions, which are installed locally and involve a great deal of effort.

Technological advantages of a cloud native APS

Avoid hardware and maintenance costs with a cloud native APS

With traditional systems, you need your own servers, IT staff and have to carry out regular updates. A cloud native APS runs in a highly available cloud environment. Maintenance, upgrades and scaling problems are eliminated – you log in and it works.

Your advantage: You can focus entirely on your production planning – instead of your IT infrastructure.

Scalability at the touch of a button with a cloud native APS

Whether production peaks, new plants or additional locations – with a cloud native APS, you can flexibly adjust capacities. Resources can be quickly ramped up or ramped down as required.

Your advantage: You only pay for what you really need – and remain adaptable at all times.

Never again outdated systems with a cloud native APS

On-premise systems require manual and often expensive updates. A cloud-native APS is updated automatically and regularly – without interrupting your operations.

Your benefit: You always use the latest features and security standards – without any additional effort.

Fast integration of a cloud-native APS into your system landscape

A cloud-native APS can be quickly connected to existing systems such as ERP, MES or IoT platforms via modern APIs. Commissioning takes place in weeks – not months.

Your advantage: You benefit from results faster and achieve a faster time-to-value.

Switch from CapEx to OpEx and reduce costs

Traditional systems require high investments in infrastructure (CapEx). A cloud native APS, on the other hand, is offered as Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) – in a flexible subscription model. You pay monthly or annually, depending on usage.

Your advantage: More financial predictability, lower risk, no capital commitment – you remain economically flexible.

Data security with cloud native APS: enterprise level included

Cloud solutions are more secure today than ever before. Leading providers are investing in enterprise-level security technologies, including encryption, compliance and audit standards – even within the EU.

Your advantage: Maximum security without your own security department – with certified cloud infrastructure.

Why cloud native is the standard today – and no longer a risk

Early reservations about the cloud date back to a time when this technology was still in its infancy. Today, cloud native is the standard – even in strictly regulated industries. Your competitors have been using it for a long time. When will you get on board?

No expensive IT investments and long project runtimes
Maximum scalability and flexibility
Always up-to-date software with the highest security standards
Faster results and optimized processes

PAILOT – your cloud native APS for intelligent production planning

As an innovative AI startup, PAILOT has developed a cloud native APS for intelligent production planning

.startup, PAILOT has developed a cloud native APS specifically for the requirements of industry. With our solution, you can plan your production in real time, reduce costs and increase your efficiency. Enter the future of production planning today – cloud native with PAILOT.

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