Optimizing Manufacturing with Cloud Technology

By Harsh Jha

In the ever-evolving landscape of manufacturing, staying ahead means embracing innovation. At Faoud, we are not just keeping up—we're leading the charge. We believe the future of manufacturing is not confined within four walls; it's in the cloud.

Cloud manufacturing breaks the shackles of traditional production by enabling brands and factories to collaborate in real-time, at scale, with complete transparency. It's about making manufacturing accessible, scalable, and more efficient across India. As India's first 'Factory on Cloud' platform for FMCG, Faoud bridges the gap between visionary brands and quality-focused factories.

The Possibilities Cloud Manufacturing Unlocks

  • Faster Go-to-Market: A D2C brand can finalize its formula, select a factory, and launch within weeks and not months. Real-time dashboards, chat support, and instant quote comparisons make this possible.
  • Nationwide Access to Factories: With over 100+ factories onboard, brands can choose the right manufacturing partner regardless of geography. Whether you're in Bengaluru or Bikaner, you're connected.
  • Full Visibility: Cloud dashboards provide live updates on production progress, shipment status, and quality checks. No more guesswork or calls chasing status.
  • Reduced Idle Capacity: For factories, idle machinery means lost revenue. Our platform ensures they get consistent demand through verified brand leads.
  • Data-Driven Decision Making: Access to real-time data on capacity, cost per unit, license types, and factory performance lets both brands and manufacturers make smarter choices.

Why This Is the Future

As global supply chains get more digital, decentralized, and agile, the Indian manufacturing ecosystem needs to catch up. Faoud is that leap. From procurement support and regulatory help to end-to-end manufacturing visibility—our cloud-native approach brings structure to a historically unstructured process.

According to a 2023 McKinsey report, cloud adoption in manufacturing can improve operational performance by 20–30%. We're already seeing that play out. Our partner factories have reported up to 40% increase in efficiency simply by leveraging Faoud's demand-matching and real-time communication tools.

The future is smart, distributed, and digital. The future is Faoud.

Harsh Jha, CoFounder FAOUD