End SaaS Servitude: Why We Are Committed to Digital Independence

The dependency on US SaaS providers is increasingly costing German companies control, money, and innovation power. ayedo demonstrates how Open Source becomes a strategic alternative – for more digital sovereignty, flexibility, and efficiency.

Introduction: Growing Dependency Becomes a Risk

In many companies, a strong dependency on US SaaS providers has developed over the years. What began as a convenient licensing model is increasingly turning into a digital dead end:

• Costs rise due to price adjustments, user tiers, and limited export options.
• Features are artificially restricted to sell premium plans.
• Data control and privacy often fall short of European standards.
• Digital taxes are already a topic in political discussions.

This development affects not only corporations but also medium-sized companies facing a turning point.

The Paradigm Shift: From Dependency to Independence

At ayedo, we made the decision months ago: End the lock-in effects and licensing shackles. Our goal: More digital sovereignty through Open-Source technology.

Why? Because modern Open-Source tools are absolutely competitive today – both technically and economically. They enable us to:

• have full data sovereignty,
• scale architecture without vendor limits,
• transparency in source code,
• and community-driven innovation.

The Path to Independence: First Steps

Our transition occurred in three phases:

1. Analysis: Which SaaS products do we use, and what do they really cost us – financially and strategically?
2. Evaluation: What Open-Source alternatives are available? How mature are they?
3. Migration: Gradual introduction of the tools into productive processes.

We can already say: It was worth it. Not only from a cost perspective – but especially in terms of control, adaptability, and future-proofing.

What’s Next?

In the coming weeks, we will provide concrete insights:

• Which tools we have replaced with Open Source – from project management to collaboration.
• Which platforms and architectures we use today.
• What our cost development looks like.
• And what learnings we can share with other companies.

Because one thing is clear: Digital sovereignty is not an ideology. It is a necessity.

Call to Action: Who’s With Us?

The time is ripe for a new digital self-evidence in Germany and Europe. Let’s regain control over our digital tools – with open standards, transparent technology, and strategic independence.

Who’s in?