Cyprus shifts focus to secure, strategic cloud computing use as adoption reaches EU average
Cloud computing is a well-established part of business operations in Cyprus, with half of companies employing paid cloud services, reaching near the EU average. Matina Zisiadou, director of the Cyprus Information Technology Enterprises Association (CITEA), emphasized the evolving challenge for companies is no longer just expanding cloud usage but prioritizing security, data control, resilience, and provider dependence.
The Cypriot government has implemented a "Cloud First" policy to centralize and secure its digital infrastructure, replacing disparate systems with a unified government cloud, supported by significant EU funding for data centers. This transition underscores cloud computing's role as essential national infrastructure and highlights the importance of protecting sensitive data and ensuring continuity in case of disruptions.
Zisiadou further noted that Cyprus's advancing cloud ecosystem presents opportunities for private sector growth in cybersecurity, managed services, and data management. Businesses are urged to develop informed cloud strategies, considering their unique needs, critical data protection, and operational resilience, marking a shift from viewing cloud as mere technology to a strategic asset delivering tangible business value.
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