Andreas Prins, Author at SUSE Communities

February 5, 2026 6:05 pm

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SUSE response to EU consultation on Open Digital Ecosystems

The European Commission recently concluded its "Towards European Open Digital Ecosystems" consultation. With over 1,000 respondents, the high participation confirms a critical industry demand to break free from vendor lock-in and build a resilient, competitive digital future. For those of us who have spent decades driving open-source innovation, this call for input […]

Categories: Corporate, Digital Sovereignty, SUSE Blog

By: Andreas Prins

January 29, 2026 1:00 pm

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Stop Guessing Your Compliance: Master the EU Cloud Sovereignty Framework in Minutes

For the last 2 years, Digital Sovereignty has been the "elephant in the room" for many. You know you need to comply with NIS2, DORA and the upcoming Cyber Resilience Act, but where do you actually start? What are the foreign influences on your stack and where do they influence your autonomy? The […]

Categories: Corporate, Digital Sovereignty, Solutions, SUSE Blog, Website

By: Andreas Prins

January 23, 2026 6:27 pm

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Digital Sovereignty: 6 Practical Pathways to Increase Resilience

You’ve likely heard the term "Digital Sovereignty" many times in meetings. But as an engineering lead or executive, you might look at your current setup and ask: Where do I actually start? I hear this often from customers; they aren’t just looking for a buzzword; they are looking for long-term resilience, the […]

Categories: Corporate, Digital Sovereignty, Solutions, SUSE Blog

By: Andreas Prins

January 14, 2026 11:05 am

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Minimum Viable Sovereignty: Incremental Steps That Spur Secure Innovation

Enterprises worldwide are sharpening their focus on digital sovereignty. Leaders want even greater control over data, technology and operations. At the same time, to stay competitive, they must avoid sacrificing the agility that drives innovation. The competing needs of other organizational stakeholders can add additional tensions. Procurement wants zero exceptions, legal wants location guarantees and […]

By: Andreas Prins

January 5, 2026 4:49 pm

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Application Trust Hierarchy: A Practical Guide to Applying Sovereignty Where It Matters Most

Takeaways: applying digital sovereignty Sovereignty is a board-level concern, shifting IT strategy toward economic security and independence. The European Commission Cloud Sovereignty Framework defines levels of assurance, creating an Application Trust Hierarchy for your portfolio. Digital independence requires classifying systems from Crown Jewels (full sovereignty) down to Regular Applications (jurisdictional compliance). Open source enables sovereignty, […]

Categories: Corporate, Digital Sovereignty, Solutions, SUSE Blog

By: Andreas Prins

December 9, 2025 8:00 am

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Building the European Sovereign Stack: SUSE and evroc Join Forces for a Truly European Cloud

What makes a stack truly sovereign European enterprises are rapidly recognizing that digital sovereignty is no longer a theoretical concept but a strategic requirement. The European Commission’s Cloud Sovereignty Framework clearly defines that sovereignty depends on three inseparable elements: jurisdictional control over infrastructure, autonomy in software choice, and independent operational support. Organizations across sectors […]

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By: Andreas Prins

September 1, 2025 11:50 pm

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Open Source: The Key to Achieving Digital Sovereignty

What digital sovereignty means for modern enterprises Digital sovereignty refers to the ability of a nation, organization or individual to control and govern their own digital assets, infrastructure and data independently, free from undue external influence or dependency. This concept has become a necessity as enterprises face increasing regulatory demands, geopolitical tensions and growing reliance […]

By: Andreas Prins

August 29, 2025 8:37 am

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CRA and the Software Supply Chain: Adapting Without Lock-In

The Cyber Resilience Act has changed the equation for any company that develops and sells software in Europe. Unlike DORA or NIS2, which primarily address internal IT and critical services, the CRA directly applies to digital products placed on the EU market. And the consequences for noncompliance are severe: fines of up to €15 […]

Categories: Corporate, Digital Sovereignty, SUSE Blog

By: Andreas Prins

August 19, 2025 1:30 pm

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NIS2 without panic: concrete tips and actions on how to improve it.

The noise is getting louder If you’ve been scanning security and compliance topics on Reddit lately, you’ve probably noticed a shift. On Reddit this week, threads about NIS2 were filled with comments like: “We still don’t know who’s going to audit us.” “If my SaaS provider asks me […]

Author: Andreas Prins

SUSE response to EU consultation on Open Digital Ecosystems

Stop Guessing Your Compliance: Master the EU Cloud Sovereignty Framework in Minutes

Digital Sovereignty: 6 Practical Pathways to Increase Resilience

Minimum Viable Sovereignty: Incremental Steps That Spur Secure Innovation

Application Trust Hierarchy: A Practical Guide to Applying Sovereignty Where It Matters Most

Building the European Sovereign Stack: SUSE and evroc Join Forces for a Truly European Cloud

Open Source: The Key to Achieving Digital Sovereignty

CRA and the Software Supply Chain: Adapting Without Lock-In

NIS2 without panic: concrete tips and actions on how to improve it.

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