State of Sovereign and Industry Cloud Investment by Asia/Pacific Governments, 2024

State of Sovereign and Industry Cloud Investment by Asia/Pacific Governments, 2024

This IDC Perspective examines Asia/Pacific governments' investments in sovereign and industry clouds using survey data. It covers adoption trends, investment plans, challenges, and the providers' landscape, providing insights into providers' strategies and actionable advice for government entities navigating sovereign clouds and digital sovereignty trends."Asia/Pacific government organizations are assessing sovereign clouds for data control, security, and regulatory benefits while addressing concerns about security, costs, and reliance on vendors. Successful adoption requires prioritizing investments, classifying data, and aligning trust with organizational goals. Vendors must educate thoroughly and offer practical solutions for effective sovereign cloud implementation," says Ravikant Sharma, senior research manager, IDC Government insights, IDC Asia/Pacific.

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