The Ultimate Guide to CPQ: Transforming Manufacturing Sales, Operations, and Customer Experience

Explore the latest global trends, challenges, and priorities shaping manufacturing in 2025, including technology adoption, workforce development, and smarter supply chain coordination.

Based on a survey of 500 manufacturing professionals across the U.S. and Germany, this report reveals how companies are adapting to shifting market demands through strategic investments in software, automation, and workforce development. It highlights the growing role of Configure, Price, Quote (CPQ), Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), and modeling tools in solving major challenges, from inconsistent quoting to slow product launches, while also improving supply chain coordination and reducing operational costs. Learn how modern manufacturers are choosing software that not only integrates with ERP and CRM systems but also drives real performance gains.