We make organisations ready for the future.
We make organisations ready for the future.
europioneer guides mid-sized businesses from Microsoft to open-source solutions — sovereign, cost-saving, and GDPR-compliant.
The problem with Microsoft
Rising licence costs, GDPR risks, and dependency on a single vendor are putting pressure on European SMEs — there is a better way.
- Microsoft 365 gets more expensive every year. SMEs pay an average of €35–60 per user per month — a growing, silent cost risk.
- US cloud services are subject to the CLOUD Act. Your business data can be accessed by US authorities — a legal liability.
- Proprietary formats, forced updates, and no real choice bind you to a single vendor — with no easy way out.
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M365 Business Premium
6.240 €
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Windows 11 Pro
3.200 €
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Cloud-Speicher
480 €
360 €
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Kommunikation
720 €
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Ersparnis / Jahr9.980 €
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Our solution
We guide you step by step through the migration to open-source solutions that you own and control.
- We analyse your existing IT infrastructure and create a tailored migration plan.
- We first migrate one department or team to test and refine the process.
- Phased migration of all systems with minimal operational disruption and complete data migration.
- We train your staff and remain available as your long-term support partner.
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Choose your starting point
No big project needed. Start with one module — GDPR-compliant, EU-hosted, live within days.
- WhatsApp ReplacementPopularMatrix/Element, EU-hosted29 €Managed service/moSetup & costsOne-time setup490 €Privacy & hostingEU-hostedGDPR-compliantNo CLOUD ActManaged service
- Password VaultVaultwarden, Bitwarden-compatible19 €Managed service/moSetup & costsOne-time setup390 €Privacy & hostingEU-hostedGDPR-compliantNo CLOUD ActManaged service
- Nextcloud StarterFiles, calendar, contacts39 €Managed service/moSetup & costsOne-time setup690 €Privacy & hostingEU-hostedGDPR-compliantNo CLOUD ActManaged service
Open Commerce
Online shop & inventory — one system, one truth
Proprietary shop software locks in your data and doesn't talk to your accounting. With ERPNext and a Nuxt frontend, shop and warehouse share the same database — no sync, no delay, no vendor holds the key.
- No sync effortOrders land directly as sales orders in ERPNext, stock booked in real time — because shop and warehouse are the same system.
- Headless & on-brandNuxt UI as a flexible frontend for product catalogue, cart and checkout in your own design — no rigid templates.
- GDPR-compliant & open sourceNo US provider, no CLOUD Act. The code is public, every component individually replaceable.
- Accounting & inventory includedERPNext connects purchasing, own production and finance directly to the online shop — one system instead of many.
ERPNext + Nuxt UI
Control
Your data stays with you. No licence trap, no vendor dependency.
Overview
One picture for warehouse, shop and accounting — one truth, zero delay.
Growth
Expandable at your own pace. Each component individually replaceable without rebuilding the whole.
Proven open-source technologies
We rely exclusively on first-class, enterprise-grade open-source solutions with active communities and professional support.
Ubuntu Linux
The most widely used Linux operating system for businesses. Stable, secure, and with 5-year LTS support.
Nextcloud
Your own cloud platform for files, calendar, and contacts. GDPR-compliant on your servers or with Hetzner.
Matrix / Element
Secure, decentralised messenger as an alternative to Microsoft Teams. End-to-end encrypted and interoperable.
ONLYOFFICE
Modern office suite with full Microsoft format compatibility. Integrated directly into Nextcloud — familiar interface, no learning curve.
GrapheneOS
Secure Android operating system for company devices. Maximum privacy without Google services.
Keycloak
Single sign-on for all business applications. One login instead of password chaos — replaces Azure AD.
Trusted by organisations
What experts say about open source
Leading organisations and businesses worldwide rely on open-source solutions for their digital sovereignty.
The European Commission uses Matrix for secure internal communication. Open source is no longer optional — it is a necessity for digital sovereignty.
European Commission
European Commission, Brussels
Nextcloud is the leading open-source solution for file sync and sharing. Thousands of businesses trust us with their critical data.
Frank Karlitschek
CEO, Nextcloud GmbH, Stuttgart
Ubuntu is the preferred Linux for enterprise use. We offer 5-year LTS support — stability and security for your business.
Canonical Ltd.
Publisher of Ubuntu Linux, London
ONLYOFFICE offers a familiar interface and full compatibility with Microsoft formats. For businesses that want to switch without losing productivity.
Ascensio System SIA
Makers of ONLYOFFICE, Riga
Ready for digital sovereignty?
Book your free initial consultation now and find out how europioneer can guide your business into the open-source future.