German Firms Accelerate Hybrid Cloud Adoption to Ensure Compliance and Control
German enterprises are rapidly transitioning from public to hybrid cloud solutions, driven by growing needs for data compliance, security, and operational control. According to the latest 2025 ISG Provider Lens® Private/Hybrid Cloud – Data Center Services report, companies across Germany are adopting hybrid cloud infrastructure to meet regulatory standards and reduce IT costs.
This industry shift reflects a broader strategy to align with cloud security demands while maintaining flexibility and performance. As economic uncertainty persists, chief technology officers are turning to hybrid cloud solutions that provide scalable services without compromising control or data residency.
“German businesses are rethinking how they manage IT infrastructure,” stated Dr. Matthias Paletta, Director and Technology Modernization Lead at ISG Europe. “The hybrid cloud model allows them to cut costs while improving compliance.”
Shifting Data Strategies and Cloud Infrastructure
To optimize operations, companies are shrinking on-premise data centers and increasing reliance on colocation services. This not only reduces physical overhead but also improves scalability with expert third-party support. Simultaneously, enterprises are evaluating generative AI to drive digital transformation, investing in platforms that provide predictive insights and intelligent automation.
With AI adoption gaining traction, companies are carefully assessing infrastructure investments that support both innovation and ROI. These efforts target real-time analytics, intelligent decision-making, and operational agility.
Meanwhile, the rise in IoT adoption and demand for low-latency services is prompting organizations to expand edge computing capabilities. To support this, German firms are partnering with data center providers that offer localized infrastructure close to end users especially in industries like manufacturing, healthcare, and smart cities.
“Though AI and new cloud models offer innovation, they also introduce integration and compliance risks,” said Wolfgang Heinhaus, Senior Analyst at ISG. “Top providers are helping enterprises implement standardized, AI-ready infrastructure.”
Cloud Market Leaders and Strategic Shifts
The report evaluates 101 cloud and data service providers, highlighting major players such as Arvato Systems, Deutsche Telekom (T Business), Kyndryl, and q.beyond. These firms lead across multiple service quadrants, demonstrating strength in hybrid cloud operations.
Additionally, Accenture, Capgemini, Infosys, HCLTech, and NTT DATA emerged as top performers, supporting clients with AI-powered cloud infrastructure and enterprise-grade hosting.
Persistent Systems earned the highest recognition for customer satisfaction, winning the global ISG CX Star Performer award for 2025. ISG also named CONVOTIS and Grass-Merkur among the “Rising Stars,” citing strong portfolios and high future growth potential. As German businesses push ahead with digital transformation, hybrid cloud solutions continue to provide a secure, scalable path to innovation driven by regulatory compliance, cost optimization, and AI integration.
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News Source: Businesswire.com
