Government Cloud is a term that has been gaining significance in Poland recently. It is a project aimed at increasing security and optimising the IT resources of public administration. But how will it affect the balance of power in the country? How does it relate to other cloud providers, known as hyperscalers? And what about SAP applications under the RISE with SAP model? Let us try to examine this.
Government Cloud: definition and objectives
Government Cloud is an integrated platform that enables data to be stored and processed securely and efficiently. It is a response to the growing demand for modern, flexible technology solutions. The objectives of Government Cloud include:
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Data security: protecting data and processes from unauthorised access.
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Resource optimisation: using resources efficiently and flexibly.
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Service integration: bringing together various services and applications in one place.
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Availability: ensuring continuity of access to data and services.
Impact on the balance of power among hyperscalers
The introduction of Government Cloud could significantly affect the balance of power in Poland. Thanks to this project, public sector bodies will have full control, which may increase their ability to make effective decisions. It could also affect relationships with other cloud providers.
Benefits for the public sector
Government Cloud can bring a number of benefits for the public sector:
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Efficiency: faster and more effective data processing.
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Scalability: easy adjustment of resources to current needs.
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Security: a higher level of protection for data and processes.
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Costs: potential reduction in infrastructure management and maintenance costs.
Constraints on competition among hyperscalers
However, Government Cloud may also constrain competition among the so-called hyperscalers, i.e. large cloud providers:
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Monopolisation: government as the primary client may limit competition.
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Regulation: the potential introduction of regulations that make it harder for other providers to operate.
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Pricing strategies: the potential to influence prices and offerings from other providers.
Use by the public sector for SAP applications
This is where an interesting point of discussion arises. The RISE with SAP model, a #SaaS (Software as a Service) solution, under the current SAP pricing model, will not run on Government Cloud. Why is that? Does it mean the public sector will be unable to use this technology? Or is it a challenge that can be overcome? These are questions that deserve deeper analysis and discussion.
Summary
Government Cloud is not only a technology of the future, but also a tool that could significantly influence the balance of power in Poland. It may also affect relationships with other cloud providers and open up new opportunities as well as challenges. As for SAP applications under the RISE with SAP model, this is a matter that deserves further discussion. Is Poland ready for this change? Can the RISE with SAP model be adapted to Government Cloud? These are questions that may lead to interesting and productive discussions in the future. The answers may shape the future of technology in Poland and influence how the public and private sectors make use of modern cloud solutions.