Mitigating Cloud Dependency Risks in UK Government

In a rapidly evolving world, the threats to business continuity are more pressing than ever. Just five years ago, few could have predicted the scale of geopolitical conflict in Europe or the alarming trend of undersea communication cables being severed. Today, these risks make it imperative for UK government organisations to reassess their business continuity planning, particularly for critical communications.

Cloud technology has revolutionised the way organisations operate, offering unprecedented efficiencies through centralisation and standardisation. However, these benefits come with significant risks—most notably, the centralisation of failure points.

The Risks of Cloud Dependency

Can your organisation continue to function if your cloud provider experiences a sustained global outage? Do you know which critical users must maintain uninterrupted communications? Many organisations operate under the assumption that their cloud-based collaboration tools will always be available, but recent events have demonstrated that this is far from guaranteed.

The UK's connectivity is heavily reliant on undersea cables, which transmit around 99% of international data.

This dependence makes the nation susceptible to disruptions, whether from accidental damage or deliberate sabotage. Recent incidents have raised concerns about the security of these critical infrastructures.

For instance, in January 2025, a British submarine surfaced near a Russian spy ship, Yantar, which was allegedly mapping undersea cables in UK waters. This action served as a direct warning to deter potential threats to the nation's communication networks.

To mitigate these risks, UK government bodies need robust, independent solutions that ensure operational resilience, even in the face of severe disruptions.

Introducing Rocket.Chat: A Secure, Resilient Alternative

Rocket.Chat is a secure collaboration platform designed to provide cloud autarky—ensuring your organisation can operate independently of third-party cloud services. Unlike mainstream solutions such as Microsoft Teams, Rocket.Chat offers:

On-Premise Deployment – Maintain full control over your data without reliance on external cloud providers, ensuring compliance with security and data sovereignty requirements.
Operational Resilience – Continue seamless communication even during major disruptions, such as internet outages or severed undersea cables.
Enhanced Security – Benefit from end-to-end encryption and controlled user access, ensuring that sensitive government data remains protected at all times.

Rocket.Chat is already trusted by multiple UK government departments for autonomous (air-gapped) operations and as a break-glass solution for business continuity communications.

Complimentary Discovery Workshop: Assessing Your Cloud Risks

Based on our experience working with UK government organisations, we are offering a complimentary discovery workshop. This session will help you assess the risks to your business and develop strategies to mitigate the challenges associated with cloud dependency for your critical users.

Book Your Complimentary Discovery Workshop Today

Don’t wait for a crisis to expose vulnerabilities in your communication infrastructure. Take proactive steps now to ensure your organisation’s resilience in an unpredictable world.

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