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European Alternatives for SaaS and Self-Hosting

Souvereignity, Risk Management and Single point of failures We can do it, we just have to start This blog post is different from my usual content. Today, I want to share my recent experiences-and lessons learned-from moving away from Big Tech, especially US-based providers. What Russia, the US and COVID showed us Over the last decade, Europe faced a harsh reality: relying too heavily on other countries is a risky bet. Whether it’s Russian gas and oil, Chinese chips, or US IT services, global dependencies can have serious consequences for your business. What happens if your supplier stops delivering critical parts? Or if your service provider suddenly cuts off access? What if this doesn’t just affect one partner, but an entire region? Do you have a Business Continuity Plan ready for these scenarios? ...

January 29, 2026 · updated October 8, 2026 · 7 min · Seb