<2>Apple @ Work: IT leaders fear vendor lock-in as the ‘Cloud Only’ dream fades
<3>IT Leaders Fear Vendor Lock-in as Cloud Computing Takes a Backseat
<>For the last decade, the strategy for many IT departments was simple: move everything to the cloud to save on costs. The promise was moving faster, with less downtime and less maintenance, but as we settle into 2026, the reality is looking a bit different for some teams. Parallels has just released its < href='https://www.parallels.com/products/ras/all-resources/reports/cloud-survey-2026/report/' target='_blank'>2026 State of Cloud Computing Survey, which paints a picture of an industry that is tapping the brakes on “cloud at all costs” because teams are starting to realize that it’s leading them into vendor lock-in.
According to the survey, 75% of IT leaders are concerned about vendor lock-in, with 45% stating that they are already experiencing it. Vendor lock-in occurs when a company becomes so dependent on a specific vendor or technology that it becomes difficult or expensive to switch to a different solution. This can lead to a loss of flexibility and control for the company, as well as increased