London, UK – 12 November, 2024 – SAP SE (NYSE: SAP) today announced the general availability of its Sovereign Cloud capabilities in the UK, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to providing secure, localised cloud solutions tailored to the unique needs of public sector organisations, critical national infrastructure, and highly regulated industries.
Building on SAP’s initial €1/4 billion UK investment, to drive innovation and digital transformation in the UK, the Sovereign Cloud offering is now fully operational and available to customers. This launch supports the UK’s Data Protection Act 2018, aligns with the National Cyber Security Centre’s security principles, and provides solutions that meet Cyber Essential Plus standards. This further demonstrates SAP’s commitment to the UK’s data sovereignty and security needs.
The demand for sovereign cloud services has grown significantly as businesses and government bodies increasingly prioritise data sovereignty and security in a rapidly changing global landscape. SAP re-emphasised its commitment to customers with dedicated sovereignty requirements with the establishment of its Sovereign Services & Delivery organisation on October 1, 2024. The unit consolidates expertise and experience in operating sovereign cloud solutions across SAP and will serve as an umbrella for the company’s global sovereign cloud business.
“At SAP, we are committed to protect the security and well-being of the societies we serve. With more than 20 years of experience in operating sovereign cloud solutions, today marks a significant milestone for us. We are proud to commence SAP Sovereign Cloud capabilities in the UK and will support government and businesses alike to innovate, transform and harness the benefits of the cloud”, said Martin Merz, President Sovereign Services & Delivery, at SAP.
SAP’s Sovereign Cloud is designed to meet the highest standards of data residency, security, and compliance within the UK. This makes it an ideal solution for public sector organisations, defence contractors, utilities, and other highly regulated industries. It is particularly relevant for organisations in the Aerospace and Defence (A&D), Central Government, Ministry of Defence (MoD), and Energy and Natural Resources (ENR) sectors.
The offering initially includes SAP S/4HANA Private Cloud Edition, SAP SuccessFactors HCM, SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP), SAP Analytics Cloud, Fieldglass and Digital Supply Chain, including IBP. These solutions provide customers with a robust and secure foundation for managing critical business processes and sensitive data, while ensuring compliance with UK regulations.
“The launch of SAP Sovereign Cloud in the UK is a pivotal moment for organisations that demand the highest levels of data security and compliance,” said Leila Romane, Managing Director, SAP UK & Ireland. “In today’s complex global environment, it is vital for our customers to understand that their data, as well as our solutions and services, are secure. These are managed by security-cleared personnel in dedicated, local, secure facilities. Sovereignty is essential in protecting against unlawful data access, ensuring compliance, and mitigating risk. With this offering, we’re empowering UK businesses and public sector bodies to innovate and thrive, confident in the sovereignty and resilience of their data.”
Looking ahead, SAP plans to expand the capabilities of the UK Sovereign Cloud to include additional services and solutions, further empowering our customers to achieve their strategic goals.
“This launch also reinforces SAP’s ongoing commitment to investing in the UK, as we continue to develop cutting-edge infrastructure, invest in facilities and talent, and create new opportunities that drive growth and digital transformation across the nation,” Leila concluded.
For more information about SAP’s Sovereign Cloud, please visit SAP.com.
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