Digital sovereignty is no longer just a conceptual talking point; it is an operational imperative. For organizations running critical workloads, relying on closed ecosystems limits flexibility and increases vulnerability.

In this feature article for Netzwoche, Manuel Voigt shares his perspective on achieving genuine IT independence. He’s joined by Adfinis CEO Nicolas Christener in an interview about how open source enables companies to maintain long-term control over their technology stack.

Find out more about the core realities facing not only Swiss but a wide range of organizations today. Inside the article:

• Breaking the vendor lock-in cycle: Why proprietary black boxes cost more than just licensing fees.
• Sidestepping common sovereignty traps: Practical lessons on avoiding typical hurdles and false starts.
• Owning your roadmap: How moving from passive consumer to active builder creates true, long-term resilience.