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Digital control, sovereignty, and data ownership: why you need an exit strategy

We live in an age where digital solutions permeate every aspect of business and society. Cloud services, SaaS applications, and third-party vendors drive innovation and efficiency at a pace that seemed unthinkable just a few years ago. The convenience of subscribing to functionalities and scaling resources on demand is undeniable. But in this rapid digitalization, there’s an often overlooked downside: dependency.

From words to action: how your organization's journey towards increased digital control and independence begins

In this series, we have navigated through why digital control, sovereignty, and data ownership are crucial, how procurement is a strategic lever, the potential and management of open source software, and the practical challenges and governance issues linked to interoperability and data sharing. The strategic direction may feel clear, but for many organizations, the biggest challenge remains: How do we go from insight and strategy to concrete action in our complex reality?

Who controls your digital destiny? The importance of strategic governance for digital sovereignty and control

In this blog series, we have moved from the fundamental insight into the need for digital control and sovereignty, via the decisive role of procurement, to the challenges of practically managing open solutions and handling data sharing. These are all critical parts in building a more independent digital future. But for these efforts to have a lasting effect and not just become isolated projects, the issue of digital sovereignty must be elevated to the strategic level and anchored in the organization’s governance.

Breaking down silos for real gain: practical steps towards interoperability and data sharing in your organization

We have previously argued for the strategic necessity of digital control, sovereignty, and data ownership, and emphasized the role of procurement as the starting point for setting requirements for open standards, interoperability (think EIF!), and open source software. Formulating these requirements is a critical initial stage, but the real test – and the opportunity for business value and real gain – lies in practical implementation.