Gartner | Beyond Sovereignty - Cloud Provider Selection for Geopatriation

As geopolitical instability reshapes cloud strategy, sovereignty has become a critical consideration for Infrastructure and Operations leaders. However, focusing solely on sovereignty overlooks essential factors that determine long-term success.

The Gartner  research reveals that cloud provider offerings differ significantly, and many lack the capabilities to satisfy enterprise requirements. This comprehensive report evaluates how organizations should assess cloud providers across multiple dimensions including security, availability, resilience, and cloud-native features.

In this report, Gartner analysts Alessandro Galimberti, Lydia Leong, Tobi Bet, and Aparna Bhaumik provide a strategic framework for evaluating sovereign cloud providers. Published October 13, 2025, this essential report helps I&O leaders make informed decisions that balance sovereignty requirements with operational excellence.

Download the report to:

• Classify cloud providers by risk using Gartner's assessment framework
• Evaluate provider track records across governance, security, and operational excellence
• Understand the hidden dimensions beyond sovereignty that impact business continuity
• Assess long-term value through business model profitability and geographical expansion strategies