Open source, pillar of digital sovereignty

Why open source is a pillar of business digital sovereignty. Linux, Docker, PostgreSQL: full control and reversibility for SMEs. Digital sovereignty: what does it mean? It is an organisation's ability to control its tools, data and technology choices without critical dependency on a single vendor. In that context, open source offers a credible alternative: code stays auditable, modifiable and portable. Concrete benefits for SMEs: licence costs often fall by 50 to 80%, vendor lock-in is reduced, tools adapt better to business processes, and compliance is easier to document. Myths to dismantle: open source is not free of integration cost, it is not less secure, and it is not reserved for developers. It does require a structured migration approach. How to migrate safely: start with an audit, choose the right building blocks, migrate data progressively, train teams, and plan a short dual-run period. At Powehi, we use that iterative approach to reduce risk while improving independence and long-term control.