capito chooses A1 Digital for secure and sustainable cloud solutions
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CFS Consulting, Franchise & Sales GmbH, an innovative company specialising in accessibility and computational linguistics, has selected Exoscale, the cloud service provider of A1 Digital, to meet its demanding requirements for secure and sustainable cloud services. Operating under the capito brand, the company focuses on transforming texts into simple and easy-to-understand language. With Exoscale, capito has found a reliable partner that aligns with its high standards for data protection and technical performance.
capito supports numerous companies in making their websites and digital offerings accessible by optimising them in simplified language. As automation and artificial intelligence (AI) become increasingly critical in this field, training its solutions is a top priority for capito. “We need access to data that enables us to address the challenges our customers face when ‘reconstructing’ their online presence,” explains Mario Morschner, COO of capito. “This makes data protection not just an important consideration, but a cornerstone of customer trust.” For this reason, internationally-operating hyperscalers are often unsuitable as they cannot guarantee the same level of protection against unauthorised government access as EU-based cloud providers. In this regard, providers like Exoscale hold a significant advantage over U.S.-based competitors, particularly in today’s politically uncertain climate.
A cornerstone of corporate governance
The importance of accessibility and simplified language extends far beyond ensuring access to information – it is also a vital component of modern corporate governance. An increasing number of companies recognise that barrier-free communication is not only a social responsibility, but also carries legal and compliance-related implications. Many countries already enforce legal requirements for digital accessibility, especially in sectors such as public administration, listed corporations, banks and insurance companies. Additionally, using simplified language in corporate communications enhances transparency – a core principle of good corporate governance.
The automation of text transformation offered by capito enables companies to efficiently meet compliance requirements related to accessible communication. Both internal guidelines and external regulations must be adhered to. “Our customers particularly value that we help them fulfill their legal obligations regarding accessibility while simultaneously strengthening their corporate governance,” says Morschner. “The combination of technological innovation and legal compliance creates genuine added value for our clients.”
Professional cloud solution with data sovereignty
Originally emerging from an association advocating for equality, capito initially developed its language model in collaboration with Swiss research partners. However, as the company grew and its requirements expanded, the need for a scalable and professional cloud solution became evident.
“Our search for a cloud provider that could deliver cutting-edge GPU resources while guaranteeing the highest data protection standards led us to Exoscale,” reports Morschner. “We found the perfect combination of technical performance and data security here made Exoscale the obvious choice for us.”
A key factor in the decision was that all data remains within A1’s data center – Exoscale's parent company – in Vienna, ensuring compliance with European data protection regulations. Unlike other cloud providers based outside the EU, Exoscale is not subject to laws that allow unauthorised access to data by foreign governments. This guarantees a level of cloud sovereignty that is critical for capito’s operations.
Outstanding service and smooth migration
The partnership between capito and Exoscale is marked by exceptional service and expertise. “The direct contact and expert support were additional reasons as to why we chose Exoscale,” emphasises Morschner. “We received outstanding support at every stage of the project.”
The migration to the Exoscale cloud was seamless. The configuration of the Kubernetes cluster in the new environment in particular was expertly managed by Exoscale’s competent team, ensuring an efficient transition.
Sustainability as a key factor
Another decisive aspect was Exoscale’s commitment to sustainability. The company’s transparent sustainability reporting and environmentally-conscious approach align perfectly with capito’s corporate philosophy. “In an era where sustainability is becoming increasingly important, we greatly value Exoscale’s clear sustainability stance,” says Morschner.
Regional Strength with International Standards
Exoscale’s regional presence also played a significant role in capito’s decision. The proximity to the provider and the ability to host data in Austria were particularly important for both existing and potential customers.
The partnership between capito and Exoscale demonstrates how Austrian companies can benefit from local cloud solutions that combine data sovereignty, technical excellence and sustainability. By offering regional anchoring alongside adherence to the highest technical standards, Exoscale is an attractive partner for innovative companies, not only in the DACH region but across Europe. This collaboration provides not only a solution for current needs, but also a future-proof foundation for growth and technological advancement.