Why Upgrade to a Flood Modeller Cloud Licence?
- Jun 24
- 2 min read
If you currently have standalone licences, you're not alone, but you may be working harder than you need to.
As modelling teams grow, workflows evolve, and hybrid working becomes standard, traditional licensing models can quickly become a bottleneck rather than a benefit. That's where a move to cloud licensing can deliver real value.
To see all the benefits of cloud licensing, check out our previous blog.
The Challenge with Standalone Licences
Standalone licences are tied to individual machines or users. While this model may have worked in the past, it often introduces limitations that impact productivity and efficiency today:
Licences are locked to specific users or devices.
Capacity often goes underutilised.
Scaling up during busy periods is difficult.
Manual reassignment creates unnecessary admin overhead.
The result? Teams spend more time managing access than focusing on modelling.
A Smarter Approach: Cloud Licensing
Upgrading to a cloud licence transforms how your team accesses Flood Modeller, making it more flexible, scalable, and efficient.
Immediate Benefits for Existing Users
1. Unlock Hidden Value
Most organisations discover they don't actually need more licences; they need to use them better. With shared access, licences are used only when needed, reducing waste and maximising value.
2. Boost Productivity
No more waiting for access or coordinating licence use. As soon as a licence is free, it's available to the next user, keeping projects moving without delay.
3. Support Modern Working
Whether your team is in the office, at home, or spread across locations, cloud licensing ensures seamless access wherever work happens.
4. Simplify Licence Management
Eliminate time-consuming manual processes. With centralised control, managing licences becomes straightforward and efficient.
Real-World Scenario: Doing More with Less
Consider a typical team of 10 modellers working throughout the day:
Three people are in meetings
Two people are analysing results
Five people are actively running simulations
With standalone licences, each person needs their own, even when they're not actively using it.
With a cloud licence model, however, those same 10 users could operate effectively with just 7 shared licences. This leads to:
Lower overall licensing costs
Higher utilisation of existing resources
Additional licences freed up for other teams or projects.
It's a simple shift that delivers immediate efficiency gains.
Easy to Switch, Immediate Impact
Moving from standalone to cloud licensing is straightforward, and the benefits are felt immediately. By upgrading, your organisation gains:
Greater flexibility across teams
Improved collaboration and access
Better return on investment
A licensing model ready for future growth
Most importantly, it allows you to get more value from the tools you already rely on every day.
Ready to Upgrade?
If you're an existing Flood Modeller user, now is the perfect time to reassess how your licences are being used.
Switching to a cloud licence isn't just a technical change; it's a strategic step towards smarter working, increased efficiency, and stronger collaboration.
Get in touch today to explore how cloud licensing can transform your workflows.
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