Digital Sovereignty, A Dutch company's dilemma in the age of US hyperscalers
If you run into a wall, don’t turn around and give up. Figure out how to climb it, go through it, or work around it." — Michael Jordan
The grip tightens
Dutch companies find themselves in an uncomfortable position. Their data flows through AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud. Their productivity tools are Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace. Their AI capabilities depend on OpenAI or Anthropic. The convenience is undeniable, but so is the dependency.
Digital sovereignty isn’t just a buzzword, it’s about control. Control over your data, your operations, and ultimately, your business continuity when geopolitical winds shift.
