Stand up for digital sovereignty

Strengthening digital self-determination in Europe – together!

At R&S Networks and Cybersecurity, we believe that true dedication to a cause requires wholehearted involvement. For us, digital sovereignty is not just a buzzword – it is a genuine commitment embraced by every employee. From product development and software programming to quality management, sales, and marketing, we take pride in what we stand for: technological quality products engineered in Germany, in accordance with high European security and data protection standards, and developed with a steadfast focus on empowering our customers digitally. We believe it is worth showing your face for what you stand for – and that is exactly what we do.

Since our foundation in 2002, strengthening technology and innovation expertise in Europe has been deeply embedded in our corporate DNA. The ability to develop our own solutions, maintain digital independence, and preserve the freedom to make autonomous decisions is more vital than ever. That is why we are fully committed to expanding and safeguarding these capabilities across Europe – through awareness raising, support networks, and providing the hardware and software needed for secure digital networking. Digital sovereignty is a deeply personal concept for each of us, yet it remains a shared goal that we are all striving to achieve together.

Digital sovereignty...

Image for the R&S Networks and Cybersecurity campaign “Digital Sovereignty”: White quote on what digital sovereignty means for the R&S Networks and Cybersecurity employee on a dark blue background with a portrait photo of the person next to it; quote: “The degree of my sovereignty is the consequence of my conscious decisions – especially in a digitalized world. This is something I highly value” by Frank Schilden, Manager Internal & HR Communications at Rohde & Schwarz Networks and Cybersecurity. On the left is a portrait of Frank Schilden: Likeable man with glasses, has short graying hair and a beard. He looks friendly and confidently into the camera.
Image for the R&S Networks and Cybersecurity campaign “Digital Sovereignty”: White quote on what digital sovereignty means for the R&S Networks and Cybersecurity employee on a dark blue background with a portrait photo of the person next to it; quote: “We ensure digital sovereignty in every customer project, safeguarding the value chain within the EU while also guaranteeing comprehensive security and rapid availability.” by Andreas Reiter, Sales International Business at R&S Networks and Cybersecurity. The picture on the right shows a portrait of Andreas Reiter: He has short, gray hair and is wearing a black shirt. His facial expression is friendly and confident as he looks directly into the camera.
Image for the R&S Networks and Cybersecurity campaign “Digital Sovereignty”: White quote on what digital sovereignty means for the R&S Networks and Cybersecurity employee on a dark blue background with a portrait photo of the person next to it; quote: “Digital sovereignty is the key to equipping our society and ourselves as individuals for the great challenges of the present.” by Janina Rautenberg, Marketing Manager Product Marketing at R&S Networks and Cybersecurity. On the left is a portrait of Janina Rautenberg: She has long, slightly wavy brown hair and is wearing a black top. Her facial expression is determined but friendly as she looks directly into the camera.

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What R&S Networks and Cybersecurity associates with digital self-determination

Image for the R&S Networks and Cybersecurity campaign “Digital Sovereignty”: White quote about what digital sovereignty means for R&S Networks and Cybersecurity employees on a dark blue background with a portrait photo of the person next to it; quote: “...means having the freedom to act and make decisions independently. Since 2002, we have been developing key network and security technologies in Germany to support this vision. By doing so, we empower our customers to be self-reliant and confident in building secure, high-performance IT networks.” by Ralf Koenzen, founder of R&S Networks and Cybersecurity. On the right is a portrait photo of Ralf Koenzen: Likeable middle-aged man with brown eyes, glasses and gray hair, smiling in a friendly, confident manner.
Image for the R&S Networks and Cybersecurity campaign “Digital Sovereignty”: White quote on what digital sovereignty means for the R&S Networks and Cybersecurity employee on a dark blue background with a portrait photo of the person next to it; quote: “Digital sovereignty is not an end in itself but makes a valuable contribution as an essential building block for preserving our societal values.” by Christian Sallmann, Head of Sales Distribution at R&S Networks and Cybersecurity. The picture on the right shows a portrait of Christian Sallmann: He has short, gray hair, wears glasses and a black jacket with a white shirt. His facial expression is friendly and confident as he looks directly into the camera.
Image for the R&S Networks and Cybersecurity campaign “Digital Sovereignty”: A white quote about what digital sovereignty means to a R&S Networks and Cybersecurity employee is displayed on a dark blue background, with a portrait photo of the person next to it. The quote reads: “The ability to make informed and self-determined decisions and act — that is digital sovereignty in the modern working world,” by Tim Lühmann, Group Head of Product Marketing at R&S Networks and Cybersecurity. On the right is a portrait photo of Tim Lühmann, a young, blond man with blue eyes, a piercing gaze, and a confident smile.

Join the movement for digital sovereignty!

Image for the R&S Networks and Cybersecurity campaign “Digital Sovereignty”: White quote on what digital sovereignty means for the R&S Networks and Cybersecurity employee on a dark blue background with a portrait photo of the corresponding person next to it; quote: “Sovereignty represents self-determination, freedom of choice, independence, and self-assurance, and it is taken for granted in many areas. That is why every single step toward greater digital sovereignty is so important!” by Anna Leblanc, HR Officer at R&S Networks and Cybersecurity. On the left is a portrait of Anna Leblanc: She has long, straight blonde hair and is wearing a black top. Her facial expression is friendly and confident as she looks directly into the camera.

Building the knowledge and options necessary to choose between different hardware and software providers in a self-determined and independent manner may not happen quickly or easily – but it is a worthwhile investment in the long term.

Even small changes and measures can positively impact your sovereignty. And do not worry – you will not face this task alone. We offer a free, non-binding self-assessment, complete with an evaluation of your current level of digital sovereignty. Additionally, we provide info papers, checklists, actionable recommendations, and much more to support your journey.

Take advantage of our extensive range of information and support services to advance your digital sovereignty today!

Image for the R&S Networks and Cybersecurity campaign “Digital Sovereignty”: A white quote about what Digital Sovereignty means to a R&S Networks and Cybersecurity employee is displayed on a dark blue background, with a portrait photo of the corresponding person next to it. The quote reads: “...belongs at the center of every corporate strategy — also in Smart Retail,” by Thomas Ehrlich, Head of Sales Germany at R&S Networks and Cybersecurity. On the right is a portrait photo of Thomas Ehrlich, a middle-aged man with styled gray hair, brown glasses, and a charming look.
Image for the R&S Networks and Cybersecurity campaign “Digital Sovereignty”: A white quote about what Digital Sovereignty means to a R&S Networks and Cybersecurity employee is displayed on a dark blue background, with a portrait photo of the corresponding person next to it. The quote reads: “...we think outside the box every day to advance Europe's technological competence,” by Lutz Linzenmeier, Sales Engineering International at R&S Networks and Cybersecurity. On the right is a portrait photo of Lutz Linzenmeier, a pleasant-looking middle-aged man with gray hair tied back in a ponytail, blue eyes, black glasses, and a friendly smile.

United by a common goal!

Since 2002, our actions have been guided by one central mission: empowering companies and institutions through networking and digitalization, built on a trustworthy and secure infrastructure designed and developed in Germany.

Today, Rohde & Schwarz Networks and Cybersecurity stands as Europe’s leading network and security provider. Together with our parent company, Rohde & Schwarz, we are continually advancing the development of our integrated network and security solutions.

We proudly offer our customers a trustworthy and highly secure alternative to US and Asian network solutions, strengthening the digital sovereignty of businesses, public authorities, and organizations across Europe – and beyond.

With a passionate team of software and hardware developers, sales specialists, support engineers, IT experts, and many more, we deliver future-ready solutions tailored to our customers' needs. We look forward to welcoming new team members to our mission and watching their skills further strengthen our shared goals.

Image for the R&S Networks and Cybersecurity campaign “Digital Sovereignty”: A white quote about what digital sovereignty means to a R&S Networks and Cybersecurity employee is displayed on a dark blue background, with a portrait photo of the person next to it. The quote reads: “We must be equipped with the right tools to understand and integrate technologies independently. The use of publicly documented, manufacturer-independent and standardized interfaces, as well as transparent documentation of our own technology, are decisive steps towards strengthening our digital sovereignty,” by Lukas Nacke, Team Leader Customer Service at R&S Networks and Cybersecurity. On the right is a portrait photo of Lukas Nacke, a young man with red hair tied back in a ponytail, a chin beard, black glasses, and a sympathetic smile.

Discover the R&S Networks and Cybersecurity initiative “Digital Sovereignty”!

There are many ways to contribute to a digitally sovereign Europe: identifying and improving your own or the general status quo, conducting in-depth analyses of the individual components of digital sovereignty in the network sector and drawing actionable conclusions, sharing practical implementation ideas, or providing information about European companies committed to digital self-determination through their solutions.

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