Transferring CEI solutions in Manufacturing is challenging due to unique plant setups, regulatory demands, and diverse pre-existing IT landscapes with varied standards and interfaces. Some systems even intentionally hinder data repurposing. While large manufacturers manage CEI technologies internally, SMEs often collaborate with external service providers, requiring close coordination with management, IT, and production teams. This ecosystem includes solution providers (e.g. analytics, AI, robotics), component suppliers (e.g. sensors, robots), and infrastructure providers (e.g. platforms, network services).