The Top 6 Reasons Why Cloud-Based CAD Just Makes Sense in 2025

6 reasons why cad in the cloud 2025

CAD,Cloud / September 15, 2025

Let’s keep it simple: engineering teams are under pressure to do more with less. That’s why cloud-hosted CAD environments are becoming the go-to solution — not just for remote teams, but for anyone who wants to move faster, reduce IT burden, and collaborate without friction.

Here’s why more teams are making the switch:


1. Work Anywhere, Design Everywhere
With cloud-hosted CAD, your team can access powerful SOLIDWORKS tools from anywhere — no VPNs, no office-only setups. Just secure access to your full design environment.


2. Enterprise-Level Security Without the Hassle
Cloud hosting means your data lives in a secure, encrypted environment — with backups, version control, and zero worries about hardware failures.


3. No More IT Headaches
Forget installs, updates, or managing servers. We handle the tech, so your engineers can focus on engineering.


4. Instant Scalability
Need to onboard a new designer tomorrow? Easy. Pay-as-you-go flexibility lets you scale without overcommitting — and without waiting on procurement.


5. Built-In Collaboration
Teams can co-author, review, and release designs from anywhere — without relying on clunky email chains or shared drives.


6. Stay Competitive
Cloud CAD isn’t just about convenience. It’s about staying agile, cutting costs, and keeping your workflows on the leading edge of engineering.


Converge Makes It Easy

We’ve helped teams across industries move their SOLIDWORKS and PDM environments to the cloud — securely, quickly, and with zero disruption.

Ready to see what your team can do in the cloud?

👉 Let’s talk or explore our Hosted CAD solutions