Understanding sovereign cloud with Capgemini and Microsoft

Digital sovereignty is becoming a critical priority for organisations operating in regulated and complex environments. But what does it really mean—and how can organisations stay compliant without sacrificing innovation? In this interview, Rob Kernahan, VP Cloud Center of Excellence at Capgemini, speaks with Alistair Spiers, General Manager, Azure Infrastructure at Microsoft, to unpack the evolving landscape of digital sovereignty. They explore how organisations can balance security, compliance, and control while still leveraging the power of cloud—highlighting the role of hybrid and mixed‑mode cloud models, sovereign cloud capabilities, and risk‑based decision‑making. This conversation is relevant for anyone interested in building a sovereign‑ready transformation strategy, particularly where flexibility, trust, and long‑term control are critical. Topics covered include: What digital sovereignty really means in today’s digital economy Why “locking everything down” isn’t always the answer How hybrid and sovereign cloud models enable flexibility and control The role of compliance frameworks in simplifying sovereignty decisions 🔔 Ideal for organisations navigating regulatory change while modernising their cloud and digital platforms. Speakers: Rob Kernahan, VP Cloud Center of Excellence, Capgemini Alistair Speirs, GM, Azure Infrastructure, Microsoft #DigitalSovereignty #SovereignCloud #HybridCloud #CloudTransformation #MicrosoftAzure #Capgemini #DigitalTrust