The European Commission's priority is to create a Europe fit for the digital age. The strategy is built upon three pillars: technology for the people; s fair and competitive digital economy; and an open, democratic, and sustainable society. Cloud computing is recognized as a key digital technology, fostering productivity and enhanced services. Businesses leverage cloud computing to optimize resources, develop innovative business models, and enhance competitiveness. Within the dynamic landscape of cloud computing adoption by businesses in the European Union, this article shares current EU stats on businesses using cloud services for hardware infrastructure (servers, storage, network) and third-party software applications via the Internet of Things.

Did you know that 45.2 % of EU enterprises bought cloud computing services in 2023? Is the share of enterprises buying cloud computing increasing? Find the answers to these questions and much more! 

The article "Cloud computing - statistics on the use by enterprises'' is part of Eurostat's initiative: Statistics Explained, presenting statistical topics in an easily understandable way.  The data highlights a prevalent pattern among enterprises, showcasing their increasing reliance on cloud services for essential hardware infrastructure, encompassing servers, storage, and network components. Furthermore, these businesses are seamlessly integrating third-party software applications delivered via cyberspace, marking a significant shift in the technological landscape of the EU's corporate sector.

Dive into the article and find out about the following: 

• Cloud computing in enterprises: highlights
• Cloud computing as a service model for meeting enterprises’ ICT needs
• Enterprises buying cloud computing services
• Enterprises buying cloud computing by service model

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