GITNUXREPORT 2025

Hybrid Cloud Statistics

Most organizations find hybrid cloud essential for agility, security, and cost savings.

Jannik Linder

Co-Founder of Gitnux, specialized in content and tech since 2016.

First published: April 29, 2025

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69% of organizations worldwide have adopted a hybrid cloud strategy

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82% of enterprise workloads are expected to run in hybrid cloud environments by 2024

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66% of organizations believe hybrid cloud offers the best balance of control and flexibility

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54% of enterprises use hybrid cloud for disaster recovery purposes

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42% of enterprises plan to increase their hybrid cloud investments in 2024

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64% of enterprises experienced an increase in workload portability after adopting hybrid cloud

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53% of companies using hybrid cloud have reduced their vendor lock-in

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59% of organizations plan to adopt or expand hybrid cloud environments in the next year

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49% of enterprises consider hybrid cloud to be their primary cloud strategy

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58% of IT leaders plan to increase investments in hybrid cloud security solutions

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43% of organizations increased their use of AI and machine learning in hybrid cloud environments

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63% of organizations believe hybrid cloud simplifies compliance management

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50% of enterprises claim hybrid cloud has accelerated their release cycles

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58% of organizations use hybrid cloud for edge computing applications

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69% of hybrid cloud deployments are driven by the need for flexible scaling during peak loads

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60% of organizations plan to increase hybrid cloud security investments over the next 2 years

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57% of organizations reported cost-savings after migrating to hybrid cloud

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89% of organizations using hybrid cloud said it improves their agility

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61% of companies say hybrid cloud has increased their ability to innovate

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71% of organizations say hybrid cloud improves compliance with data regulations

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70% of organizations report faster deployment times with hybrid cloud solutions

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68% of enterprises cited cost efficiency as a key benefit of hybrid cloud

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74% of organizations cited improved data control as a benefit of hybrid cloud

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65% of firms say hybrid cloud helps optimize IT resource allocation

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72% of enterprises indicate hybrid cloud reduces downtime and enhances SLA compliance

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80% of organizations believe hybrid cloud enables better customer experiences

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62% of companies with hybrid cloud architectures reported faster compliance with data privacy regulations

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77% of organizations report hybrid cloud reduces infrastructure costs

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88% of organizations report improved data backup and recovery processes with hybrid cloud

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Hybrid cloud revenue is projected to reach $97.8 billion by 2024

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The hybrid cloud services market was valued at $44 billion in 2021 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 19.4% through 2028

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55% of organizations report easier management of multi-cloud environments through hybrid cloud

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66% of organizations using hybrid cloud experienced improved disaster recovery capabilities

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Over 75% of organizations report increased workload scalability with hybrid cloud

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60% of organizations using hybrid cloud experienced improved integration of on-premises and cloud workloads

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76% of organizations report hybrid cloud improving collaboration between development and operations teams

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55% of businesses have experienced increased security risks with hybrid cloud, but 78% believe risks are manageable with proper governance

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80% of hybrid cloud users are satisfied with their cloud provider support services

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73% of IT leaders see hybrid cloud as critical to their digital transformation

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78% of IT professionals believe hybrid cloud provides better security than public cloud alone

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83% of CIOs believe hybrid cloud is essential for modern digital infrastructure

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69% of organizations see hybrid cloud as vital for maintaining business continuity

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85% of organizations using hybrid cloud consider it essential for future growth

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74% of organizations see hybrid cloud as a strategic priority for digital transformation

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Key Highlights

69% of organizations worldwide have adopted a hybrid cloud strategy
82% of enterprise workloads are expected to run in hybrid cloud environments by 2024
Hybrid cloud revenue is projected to reach $97.8 billion by 2024
73% of IT leaders see hybrid cloud as critical to their digital transformation
66% of organizations believe hybrid cloud offers the best balance of control and flexibility
54% of enterprises use hybrid cloud for disaster recovery purposes
57% of organizations reported cost-savings after migrating to hybrid cloud
89% of organizations using hybrid cloud said it improves their agility
The hybrid cloud services market was valued at $44 billion in 2021 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 19.4% through 2028
61% of companies say hybrid cloud has increased their ability to innovate
42% of enterprises plan to increase their hybrid cloud investments in 2024
78% of IT professionals believe hybrid cloud provides better security than public cloud alone
71% of organizations say hybrid cloud improves compliance with data regulations

With over two-thirds of organizations worldwide embracing hybrid cloud strategies and projections showing the market soaring towards nearly $98 billion by 2024, it’s clear that hybrid cloud is not just a trend but the cornerstone of modern digital transformation, offering unmatched flexibility, security, and innovation capabilities.

Adoption and Usage Trends

69% of organizations worldwide have adopted a hybrid cloud strategy
82% of enterprise workloads are expected to run in hybrid cloud environments by 2024
66% of organizations believe hybrid cloud offers the best balance of control and flexibility
54% of enterprises use hybrid cloud for disaster recovery purposes
42% of enterprises plan to increase their hybrid cloud investments in 2024
64% of enterprises experienced an increase in workload portability after adopting hybrid cloud
53% of companies using hybrid cloud have reduced their vendor lock-in
59% of organizations plan to adopt or expand hybrid cloud environments in the next year
49% of enterprises consider hybrid cloud to be their primary cloud strategy
58% of IT leaders plan to increase investments in hybrid cloud security solutions
43% of organizations increased their use of AI and machine learning in hybrid cloud environments
63% of organizations believe hybrid cloud simplifies compliance management
50% of enterprises claim hybrid cloud has accelerated their release cycles
58% of organizations use hybrid cloud for edge computing applications
69% of hybrid cloud deployments are driven by the need for flexible scaling during peak loads
60% of organizations plan to increase hybrid cloud security investments over the next 2 years

Adoption and Usage Trends Interpretation

With over two-thirds of organizations embracing hybrid cloud—driven by a quest for flexibility, control, and rapid innovation—it's clear that in the cloud race, the hybrid strategy is not just a trend but the ultimate multitasker, balancing security, compliance, and scalability as companies prepare to deepen their cloud commitments amidst evolving technological frontiers.

Business Benefits and Cost Efficiency

57% of organizations reported cost-savings after migrating to hybrid cloud
89% of organizations using hybrid cloud said it improves their agility
61% of companies say hybrid cloud has increased their ability to innovate
71% of organizations say hybrid cloud improves compliance with data regulations
70% of organizations report faster deployment times with hybrid cloud solutions
68% of enterprises cited cost efficiency as a key benefit of hybrid cloud
74% of organizations cited improved data control as a benefit of hybrid cloud
65% of firms say hybrid cloud helps optimize IT resource allocation
72% of enterprises indicate hybrid cloud reduces downtime and enhances SLA compliance
80% of organizations believe hybrid cloud enables better customer experiences
62% of companies with hybrid cloud architectures reported faster compliance with data privacy regulations
77% of organizations report hybrid cloud reduces infrastructure costs
88% of organizations report improved data backup and recovery processes with hybrid cloud

Business Benefits and Cost Efficiency Interpretation

With nearly 90% of organizations citing hybrid cloud as a catalyst for agility and innovation, it's clear that for most, hybrid cloud isn't just a cost-effective convenience but a strategic imperative to stay competitive in an increasingly data-driven world.

Market Size and Investment

Hybrid cloud revenue is projected to reach $97.8 billion by 2024
The hybrid cloud services market was valued at $44 billion in 2021 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 19.4% through 2028

Market Size and Investment Interpretation

With hybrid cloud revenue poised to nearly double to $97.8 billion by 2024 and an annual growth rate of 19.4%, it’s clear that blending on-premise and cloud solutions isn’t just a trend—it’s the backbone of the future enterprise, demanding serious strategic commitment and a dash of tech agility.

Operational Improvements and Challenges

55% of organizations report easier management of multi-cloud environments through hybrid cloud
66% of organizations using hybrid cloud experienced improved disaster recovery capabilities
Over 75% of organizations report increased workload scalability with hybrid cloud
60% of organizations using hybrid cloud experienced improved integration of on-premises and cloud workloads
76% of organizations report hybrid cloud improving collaboration between development and operations teams
55% of businesses have experienced increased security risks with hybrid cloud, but 78% believe risks are manageable with proper governance
80% of hybrid cloud users are satisfied with their cloud provider support services

Operational Improvements and Challenges Interpretation

While the hybrid cloud offers a scalable and collaborative solution that boosts disaster recovery and workload management for most organizations, over half still grapple with security risks—highlighting that in the cloud, as in life, the benefits come with a need for vigilant governance and trusted support.

Strategic Importance and Competitive Advantage

73% of IT leaders see hybrid cloud as critical to their digital transformation
78% of IT professionals believe hybrid cloud provides better security than public cloud alone
83% of CIOs believe hybrid cloud is essential for modern digital infrastructure
69% of organizations see hybrid cloud as vital for maintaining business continuity
85% of organizations using hybrid cloud consider it essential for future growth
74% of organizations see hybrid cloud as a strategic priority for digital transformation

Strategic Importance and Competitive Advantage Interpretation

With overwhelming majority support among IT leaders—ranging from 69% to 85%—the data underscores that hybrid cloud isn't just a technological trend but the backbone of strategic, secure, and future-proof digital transformation efforts.