Cloud Repatriation: Why Data Sovereignty and Compliance Are Reshaping Cloud Strategies

Organizations are reassessing the placement of their workloads, moving portions from hyperscale public clouds back to on-premises infrastructures, private clouds, or colocation data centers. This trend, known as cloud repatriation, is driven by factors including data sovereignty and compliance requirements. The shift reflects a strategic adjustment rather than a complete abandonment of cloud services. The focus is on the broader implications of regulatory and sovereignty concerns in cloud adoption.