Is the German Mittelstand trapped in the platform trap? In the everyday operations of many companies, US hyperscalers like Microsoft 365 are deeply entrenched...

Is the German Mittelstand trapped in the platform trap? In the daily operations of many companies, US hyperscalers like Microsoft 365 are deeply entrenched – yet rising license costs, confusing contract constellations, and persistent data protection risks such as the US Cloud Act are forcing decision-makers to rethink..

In this kickoff episode of Souverän Digital, we talk with Jens Weller, founder and CEO of toplink GmbH. He highlights why digital sovereignty in 2026 is no longer just an IT issue, but a strategic leadership task for the future of the Mittelstand..

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why the digital workplace must be reassessed today.

• How the Toplink Office Suite (TOS) guarantees true data sovereignty and legally secure hosting in Germany – without compromising productivity.

• What operator and network experience from over 30 years in TOS is all about.

• How companies can safely exit rigid license models without a "big bang".

Listen now, cancel your subscription, and set the course for an independent, European workplace! 🎧✨