Switzerland tests a FOSS escape route from Microsoft 365
Swiss Army sticks a knife in American cloud apps with its own FOSS push
Switzerland's Federal Chancellery is exploring a free and open-source software (FOSS) alternative to Microsoft 365 for some 3,000 employees. This initiative comes as part of the Digital Switzerland Strategy 2026, with a pilot program expected to launch by the end of 2027. The program, which will cost approximately CHF 9 million, aims to offer a browser-based suite of tools for standard tasks such as document editing, email, and calendar management.
The Swiss Armed Forces, however, are moving ahead at a faster pace, aiming to complete their migration to a FOSS solution by October 2026. The move reflects a growing interest in digital sovereignty among government entities, with Austria also reportedly considering a similar transition.
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