IONOS Cloud: Freedom to choose. Freedom to advise. Digital sovereignty without compromise
Discussion Points
When does technology dependency become a strategic risk for your clients?
Vendor relationships create dependency — and in many cases that trade-off is rational. As trusted advisors, MSPs must be able to draw a clear line between acceptable dependency and problematic lock-in that exposes clients to pricing power, lost negotiating leverage, and forced inertia. Where is that line today, and how has it shifted?
Why has digital sovereignty become urgent — and is it urgent enough?
There is no single regulatory deadline forcing UK organisations to act — yet. But the pressure is building from multiple directions: geopolitical uncertainty, the CLOUD Act’s reach into UK-region US-provider data, evolving NIS2-adjacent obligations, and client risk appetite. What does that mean for the conversations you’re having with leadership teams right now?
Can organisations build genuine freedom to move — without starting over?
Sovereignty doesn’t have to mean ripping out infrastructure and replacing one provider with another. The practical goal is preserving optionality — ensuring organisations can change direction when business, regulatory or geopolitical conditions change. What does a realistic migration path look like, and what are the hidden traps that slow progress?
Freedom to choose. Freedom to advise. Digital sovereignty without compromise
Your clients are getting harder questions from their boards. Where does their data actually live? Who can compel access to it? And if they wanted to leave their current hyper scaler tomorrow, what would that actually cost them? Most organisations haven’t acted yet. But the pressures (geopolitical, jurisdictional, regulatory) are no longer theoretical. For the organisations advising them, that’s both a risk and a real opportunity. Either you’re the partner who helped them think it through, or you’re explaining afterwards why you didn’t raise it.
Agenda
Welcomed attendees are integrated into a curated networking space, fostering direct interactions for ice-breaking and relationship-building before engaging in substantive, collaborative discussions.
Shifting to a sit-down discussion with drinks, this promotes open, thoughtful dialogue on a set topic agenda, aimed at fostering collaboration and deepening connections in a relaxed, supportive setting.
The evening culminates with a luxury meal, offering exquisite cuisine in an elegant setting, enhancing networking opportunities, and providing a memorable experience that strengthens professional bonds among attendees.
The finale features a wrap-up and Q&A session, where sponsors address the roundtable, followed by drinks and networking, enabling direct engagement and planning of actionable next steps in a collaborative environment.
About the Hosts
With over 6.2 million valued customers, IONOS is the trusted partner for digital transformation. We proudly support small and medium-sized businesses with reliable and innovative cloud solutions, hosted in our own regional data centres around the globe.
Why Attend?
Exclusive Networking
Insightful Discussions
Tailored Content
Strategic Takeaways
Venue Information
Situated in the heart of Marylebone Village, this elegant venue offers a refined and intimate setting for our exclusive event.
Attendees and sponsors will enjoy a sophisticated dining experience in a private room, designed to foster meaningful conversations and connections. The Marylebone Hotel is renowned for its exquisite cuisine, crafted by top chefs to provide a memorable culinary journey.
The hotel's chic, contemporary decor, combined with exceptional service, ensures a seamless and enjoyable evening. Join us at The Marylebone Hotel for a roundtable dinner that blends culinary excellence, elegant ambiance, and the vibrant charm of central London.
