In 2023, global cloud vendors responded to rising concerns by introducing digital sovereignty solutions. However, there's no consensus on its definition, leading to varying approaches among vendors. Microsoft unveiled Microsoft Cloud for Sovereignty for global governments, while AWS launched AWS European Sovereign Cloud focusing on Germany. Google offers a Digital Sovereignty Explorer tool, lacking a comprehensive solution. Oracle's EU Sovereign Cloud targets Spain and Germany, with plans for E.U. administration integration. Challenges include compliance with the U.S. CLOUD Act and limited customer references. Forrester's report, "Digital Sovereignty Regulations Constrict Business Agility," guides clients in defining digital sovereignty and devising effective strategies amidst the complexities of cloud providers' offerings.
In 2023, global cloud vendors responded to rising concerns by introducing digital sovereignty solutions. However, there's no consensus on its definition, leading to varying approaches among vendors. Microsoft unveiled Microsoft Cloud for Sovereignty for global governments, while AWS launched AWS European Sovereign Cloud focusing on Germany. Google offers a Digital Sovereignty Explorer tool, lacking a comprehensive solution. Oracle's EU Sovereign Cloud targets Spain and Germany, with plans for E.U. administration integration. Challenges include compliance with the U.S. CLOUD Act and limited customer references. Forrester's report, "Digital Sovereignty Regulations Constrict Business Agility," guides clients in defining digital sovereignty and devising effective strategies amidst the complexities of cloud providers' offerings.