European Sovereign Cloud Preparation Assessment for Software Vendors

The ISV-focused assessment is based on a general evaluation and is aimed specifically at developers of software solutions.

For Independent Software Vendors (ISVs), the AWS European Sovereign Cloud (ESC) isn't just a new infrastructure option—it's a strategic key to unlock the most lucrative and highly regulated markets in Europe. Your SaaS platform's ability to meet strict data residency and sovereignty requirements is no longer a feature; it's a prerequisite for closing deals with public sector, finance, and critical infrastructure clients.

The European Sovereign Cloud Preparation Assessment for ISVs by PCG is designed specifically for ISVs, transforming a complex compliance challenge into a powerful competitive advantage. Sovereign Cloud is an essential pillar of any risk strategy for organisations that already use AWS Cloud Services. Based on our experience, backed by AWS Premier Status and as an ESC Launch Partner, PCG offers comprehensive consulting services for the AWS European Sovereign Cloud (ESC).

With the European Sovereign Cloud Preparation Assessment for ISVs, organisations receive not only a classification of their security strategy, design, and implementation possibilities, but also a clear, actionable roadmap for adopting the ESC. As a launch partner for the ESC, PCG ensures your business is ready to leverage the benefits and possibilities as soon as the ESC region becomes available in Q4 2025.

The PCG assessment aligns major information security and data privacy requirements with your specific needs and the AWS ESC potential.

Why Choose the European Sovereign Cloud Preparation Assessment for ISVs?

This assessment is designed for software vendors already running AWS workloads who want to move parts or all of their workloads to the ESC to:

• Access new market opportunities – serve public sector, finance, and other highly regulated clients.
• Unlock new revenue streams – meet compliance needs for EU DORA, NIS2, and critical infrastructure.
• Accelerate sales cycles – proactively address data sovereignty concerns.
• Gain a competitive edge – differentiate your SaaS platform from competitors.
• Ensure regulatory compliance – GDPR, NIS2, EU DORA, and other applicable regulations.

Key Deliverables

• Alignment with business risks, including geopolitical considerations.
• Feasibility assessment of ESC adoption for ISV workloads.
• Clear recommendations and an actionable roadmap.
• Assessment of interoperability with existing AWS workloads.
• Prioritization and selection of ESC services.
• Management-ready report and stakeholder presentation

PCG Strategy & Approach

We focus on delivering tangible business outcomes while ensuring full compliance and operational readiness. Our approach includes:

• Defining clear goals and expectations.
• Breaking down complex compliance and technical challenges using reference workloads.
• Conducting due diligence: criticality, quantity, and prioritization.
• Developing a methodology for service comparison and risk validation.
• Facilitating workshops with technical and compliance teams.
• Iterative validation with customer teams.

PCG Transition Framework: Four Key Pillars

We've developed a comprehensive framework that addresses every critical aspect of your ESC transition, from technical feasibility to strategic business alignment.

1. Infrastructure – Our AWS Architect reviews your current system architecture, ensures ESC compatibility, and validates that business-critical workloads meet performance and availability requirements.
2. Security & Compliance – Our Cybersecurity and Compliance specialists conduct gap analyses (GDPR, NIS2, DORA), map your requirements to ESC capabilities, and adapt existing security solutions for ESC readiness.
3. Operational Readiness – We ensure ESC integrates seamlessly with your existing AWS services, defining logging, monitoring, backup, and support requirements.
4. Business Alignment – We tailor ESC adoption to your ISV’s business objectives, balance standard AWS and ESC services, and plan for future growth, regulatory compliance, and market expansion.

Get Started

Plan ahead to ensure your ISV is ESC-ready from day one. Contact PCG today to schedule your European Sovereign Cloud Preparation Assessment for ISVs and unlock the full potential of European data sovereignty.