Cumulus Consulting

Name

Cumulus Consulting

Legal name

Cumulus Consulting, LLC

Website

https://cumulus-erp.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2014

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

ERP Implementation Services

NAICS

Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151), Management Consulting Services (54161)

SIC

Services-Management Consulting Services (8742), Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373), Services-Computer Programming, Data Processing, Etc. (7370)

akta.pro primary industry

ERP, CRM & Enterprise Applications Consulting (BPAHAEAI)

akta.pro secondary industry

Product Lifecycle, NPI & Industrialization (Design-to-Operate) (BPAHAHAK)

Keywords

• ERP implementation services
• Manufacturing consulting
• MES integration
• Plex implementation
• Digital transformation

Headquarters

HQ city

Troy

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. ERP Implementation Services: Professional services revenue from implementing Plex ERP, MES/MOM, QMS, and related modules for manufacturing clients. Services include discovery, configuration, data migration, training, and go-live support.
2. ERP Optimization Consulting: Ongoing consulting services to optimize existing ERP installations for maximum ROI. Includes 5-step process: Evaluate, Analyze, Plan, Present, and Rollout.
3. Custom Development: Custom development services including data source development, VisionPlex application development, and custom integrations built on Plex's native database structure.
4. Integration Services (Helios iPaaS): Build, host, and maintain integrations through Cumulus's Helios iPaaS platform. Includes ongoing maintenance and support for integrations.
5. EDI and Logistics Integration: Integration services for EDI configuration, testing, and carrier integrations (UPS, FedEx, LTL/freight) with Plex ERP.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Cumulus Consulting provides ERP and MES implementation, custom development, and integration services specializing in the Plex by Rockwell Automation platform for manufacturing clients. They deliver end-to-end services from software selection through implementation, optimization, custom development, and ongoing managed integration support. They also offer their proprietary Helios iPaaS integration platform and serve manufacturers across verticals including automotive, aerospace, food & beverage, and industrial machinery.

Product overview

Cumulus Consulting is a full-service ERP and technology consulting firm specializing in Plex by Rockwell Automation smart manufacturing solutions. The core offering centers on Plex Manufacturing Cloud, an integrated platform combining ERP, MES/MOM (Manufacturing Execution System/Manufacturing Operations Management), QMS (Quality Management System), and A&O/APM (Automation & Orchestration/Asset Performance Management). Supporting services include custom development, EDI, report creation, ERP software selection, implementation, and optimization. The company also offers Helios iPaaS as its own integration platform connecting Plex with external enterprise systems (NetSuite, SAP, Salesforce, etc.) and carrier integrations (UPS, FedEx). Additional Rockwell products represented include FactoryTalk Energy Manager, FactoryTalk Batch, and FT Optix. The portfolio extends across 9 manufacturing industry verticals including automotive, aerospace, food & beverage, and industrial machinery.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Helios: Integration Platform as a Service (iPaaS) designed to seamlessly connect the Plex Manufacturing Cloud with a wide range of external systems including ERP, PLM, PDM, HCM, CRM, and other point solutions.
• MFGx

Products and services

• Plex ERP Implementation
• Plex MES/MOM Implementation
• Plex QMS Implementation
• Plex A&O + APM Implementation
• Plex Optimizations
• Plex UX Transitions
• Custom Development
• EDI Services
• Report Creation & Dashboards
• FactoryTalk Energy Manager (FTEM) Implementation
• FactoryTalk Batch Implementation
• FT Optix Implementation
• Helios iPaaS
• ERP/MES Integration Services
• Logistics Carrier Integration
• Front-End Application Design
• eCommerce Integration
• ERP Software Selection
• ERP Software Implementation
• ERP Software Optimization

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% inventory accuracy achieved through RFID integration
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers13 records

Segments9 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration17 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Plex by Rockwell AutomationcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerPrimary strategic partnership as a Plex by Rockwell Automation Smart Manufacturing System Integrator. Cumulus is the only Plex Partner accredited to provide service in all areas including implementation, custom development, and integrations. Named Partner of the Year at PowerPlex 2019.
• Inductive AutomationcoreTechnology or IntegrationIgnition by Inductive Automation is an industrial application platform used for HMI, SCADA, and IIoT solutions. Cumulus has a team of certified Ignition developers (5 certified developers as of 2018).
• Precision Metalforming Association (PMA)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerIndustry association partnership for networking and visibility at industry events like PMA West District Supplier Night.
• Rockwell Automation (FactoryTalk products)coreTechnology or IntegrationFactoryTalk suite including FT Optix, FactoryTalk Batch, FactoryTalk Energy Manager (FTEM), and FactoryTalk DataMosaix. Cumulus provides implementation and consulting for these Rockwell products.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Wipro: Global IT services firm with an established manufacturing and enterprise applications practice, including SAP and cloud ERP implementations. Comparable to Cumulus as an external implementation partner for industrial clients, with global delivery capacity.
• Epicor: Mid-market ERP vendor with manufacturing, distribution, and retail verticals (Epicor Kinetic, Epicor Prophet 21). Comparable as an alternative ERP platform competing in the same manufacturer selection processes where Cumulus advises clients.
• Deloitte Consulting: Big Four consulting firm with extensive ERP/SAP and digital manufacturing practices serving industrial clients globally. Comparable to Cumulus in offering ERP strategy and implementation, but with a far larger bench and broader advisory portfolio.
• Tata Consultancy Services: Global IT services firm with a large enterprise applications practice spanning SAP, Oracle, and cloud ERP implementations for manufacturers. Comparable as a competing Plex/ERP implementation partner with global delivery scale Cumulus cannot match.
• Accenture: Global SI with one of the largest enterprise ERP/MES practices, including active Plex and SAP implementation capabilities. Competes with Cumulus for large manufacturing transformation mandates, though typically at much larger deal sizes.
• Capgemini: Global SI with significant digital manufacturing and ERP capabilities, including enterprise-scale Plex, SAP, and Industry 4.0 engagements. Comparable to Cumulus in serving manufacturing ERP/MES needs, but at materially larger scale and broader service portfolio.
• Infor: Enterprise ERP vendor with a strong manufacturing vertical focus (Infor CloudSuite Industrial). Comparable to Plex as a competing ERP platform that manufacturers choose between, indirectly shaping Cumulus's selection-led pipeline.
• Slalom: Tech consulting firm with a strong manufacturing practice delivering ERP, cloud, and digital transformation services. Comparable to Cumulus in target buyer (enterprise/mid-market manufacturers) and consulting-led delivery model, though significantly larger and broader in scope.
• Plex by Rockwell Automation: Vendor of the Plex Manufacturing Cloud platform and parent organization of the partner ecosystem in which Cumulus operates. Comparable as the source platform for Cumulus's services and a competing resource when Rockwell offers direct implementation.

Direct peers

• Ultra Consultants: Mid-market ERP and digital transformation consulting firm focused on manufacturing and distribution. Comparable to Cumulus in serving ERP selection, implementation, and optimization needs for mid-sized industrial clients, though with a Microsoft Dynamics lean rather than Plex specialization.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A1 record

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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